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Closing Date:

10/24/2024

Type of Position:

Instructional Development

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Summary of Job Duties:

**Position is located in White Hall, AR**

The Education Coordinator will coordinate, implement, and teach the home caregiver training, certified dementia training, CNA training, and family caregiver trainings in White Hall and Little Rock locations. This position requires the ability to coordinate and teach a variety of classes geared toward adult learners of various education levels, learning styles, and ages for professionals, paraprofessionals, students, and community individuals. Strong organizational skills, dedication and communication skills are a must. Candidates should be able to work well with others, problem solve, and be capable of working with little supervision or oversight. Self-motivation, flexibility, and a positive attitude are essential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, computing or related field plus three (3) years of program coordination experience in long-term care, rehab, or hospice/palliative care experience or

• Associate's degrees in education, computing or related field plus five (5) years of program coordination experience in long-term care, rehab, or hospice/palliative care experience or

• High School diploma/GED plus seven (7) years of program coordination experience in long-term care, rehab, or hospice/palliative care experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Dementia Training/certification.

• Arkansas LPN or Registered Nursing license.

• Taught CNA Classes 3 to 5 years within the past 5 years.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and updating of all new material of home caregiving/dementia content.

• Work with the Center on Aging Staff to implement education, support, and social programs for professionals, paraprofessionals, and community members.

• Participate in the promotion of the program.

• Participate in implementing strategies for maintaining program viability.

• Serve as an instructor for the Caregiver Training program.

• Assure that adult learning principles are incorporated into all educational lesson plans.

• Develop continuing education materials as assigned.

• Identify sustainability options.

• Willingness to create and establish new programs to assist caregivers and people living with dementia.

• Gather required data forms for each class and/or program to include in the program file and enter the Centers on Aging in the state-wide database.

• Document activities and submit reports to the Director/Education Assistant Director and others, upon request.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes