
lecturer, eldercare
6 days ago
[What the role is]
This is a 2-year position as a Lecturer, Eldercare in the School of Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies.[What you will be working on]
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Curriculum development, course delivery (face-to-face/online) and project supervision for youth and adult learners in the following areas:
Perspectives of Ageing
Empowerment & Wellness for Seniors
Inclusive Ageing & Society
Lifespan and Psychology of Ageing
Gerontechnology and Behaviour Design
Social Policy & Legislation in Ageing
Population Health & Ageing
Community Development for Seniors
Intergenerational Service-Learning
Multidisciplinary industry-based projects
Able to teach at least one evening or weekends in the week
Lead and identify new initiatives and collaborations with the industry, institutes of higher learnings & related agencies
Stay updated on trends in community solution and care planning for seniors and integrates these into teaching and project work
Handle administrative work relating to teaching and assigned projects
Supervise students during internships
[What we are looking for]
Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Community Development, Gerontology or equivalent
Direct experience and strong interest in eldercare
Experience in volunteer management, programme and project management in social, community and/or eldercare settings
Experience in teaching communications related subjects and/or have IT skills will be an advantage
An agile team player with good interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient in project/time management with a keen attention to detail
Connections within the non-profit, social service, or care sectors