Part-time Field Placement Liaison- Developmental Services Worker (2 Positions Available)

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Department:
Community Studies
Position Type:
Part-Time
Salary Range:
$25.00-$100.00-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
5
Anticipated Start Date:
January 11, 2027
Length of Contract:
4 months
Posting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.
Posting Closing Date:
October 25, 2026
Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.
Land Acknowledgment:
Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.
Job Description:
Field Placement Liaisons are responsible for facilitating and guiding learning and providing an effective learning environment for all students in an experiential education atmosphere. They require flexible work
hours in order to supervise students in their field placements in collaboration with the on-site supervisor in the community. Responsibilities also include implementing the established field curriculum and assessing
student assignments as part of a co-requisite course. Placement Liaisons are also required to make two on site placement visits during both daytime and evenings as per agency operational hours.
Remuneration will be per student assignment and for transportation costs. Contracts will be issues term to term and are dependent upon operational need.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a Diploma in Developmental Services Worker, or closely related field of study.
Minimum three (3) years experience as a front line DSW within a variety of settings.
Highly effective communication and organizational skills.
Strong group facilitation skills.
Strong conflict management, problem solving and advocacy skills with a focus on student success.
Supervisory experience an asset.
Ability to work in a computerized environment including proficiency using Microsoft Office, Zoom
and experience or ability to work with a learning management system such as Brightspace. All
successful applicants are required to participate in Brightspace training.
*Vacancies are for P08758, P08083
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