Genetic Counsellor Educator - BC Cancer Provincial

Genetic Counsellor Educator, Hereditary Cancer
BC Cancer
Provincial, BC

The Hereditary Cancer Program is a Provincial Program with clinics in Vancouver, Victoria and Abbotsford. The successful candidate may choose the location they wish to work from.

The Genetic Counsellor operationally reports to the Clinical Coordinator, Genetic Counselling and has a matrix reporting to the Practice Lead, Genetic Counselling. Working with direction form Medical Leaders, the Genetic Counsellor participates in a team approach to provide genetic counselling to individual patients and their family members. Additional duties include providing public, professional and academic education and participating in clinical research.

What you'll do

• Plan, develop, implement, evaluate and modifies educational strategies, programs, curriculum and materials related to Genetic Counselling theory, interventions, skills and competencies based on clinical evidence, policy, literature and resources and education theory for Genetic Counsellor staff. Works in collaboration with Allied Health Practice Leaders and Education leaders to identify specific Genetic Counsellor learning needs. Ensures content reflects up to date, evidence-based and wise practices.
• Provide training to Genetic Counsellor staff and students for implementation of clinical practice guidelines. Uses change management techniques to introduce and guide staff through the use of new Genetic Counselling practices, to ensure efficient, clinically effective and safe implementation. Evaluates education effectiveness and learning outcomes by determining whether clinical objectives have been achieved and assessing whether learning has occurred that results in demonstration of best practices. Provides formal feedback related to the clinical competency through documentation review and case consultation.
• Deliver, maintain, and coordinate new staff orientation for Genetic Counsellors and Genetic Counselling students to ensure staff are familiar with Genetic Counselling practice standards, clinical guidelines, legislation, professional practice resources, education materials and modules. Identifies, updates, and revises existing orientation education on an ongoing basis to ensure information is accurate and up to date. Monitors and ensures orientation is completed within the designed timeframe.
• Deliver learner-centered education to Genetic Counsellors and Genetic Counselling students following orientation by teaching, coaching, role modeling, mentoring, and/or facilitating education and learning sessions on clinical practice topics in face to face and electronic mediums. Develops and reviews instructional materials. Plans and schedules educational activities (e.g. monthly rounds), maintains records of staff instruction and monitors effectiveness of training methods through staff feedback.
• Act as a clinical role model and resource for assigned clinical staff by consulting on practice issues, role modeling clinical expertise when performing professional activities, provides professional advice and support to enhance clinical problem solution. Reviews and evaluates literature/material and incorporates findings into educational content. Consults with other professionals, attends relevant educational programs as directed to maintain knowledge of current developments and contribute to the improvement of services. Actively promotes continuous learning among staff.
• Provide knowledge, skills and leadership in the development and evaluation of practice standards, guidelines, policies, and instruments to ensure professional practices comply with practice standards and that services or quality improvement initiatives are client-centred, equitable, easily accessible, have continuity and provide supports to family, volunteers and staff services providers.
• Assist with guidance on education, special projects initiatives, and introduction of new procedures by providing resources and other materials to clinical areas and external facilities as required. Collaborates with Education Leaders, Professional Practice, Clinical Operations, Risk Management, Ethics, Privacy and other applicable personnel/management in the development of education strategies based on the organization's goals and mandate. Ensures education standards/programs changes are communicated across the clinical practice areas.
• Provide consultation to new graduates, staff and other designated groups including students as required, regarding professional development and/or career planning by maintaining interpersonal contact, observation, providing verbal and/or written feedback to support competency development, recommending educational programs/resources and facilitating the development and delivery of learning or professional growth plans.
• Support student preceptorships/fieldwork in collaboration with student placement teams. Arranges mentorship and support for preceptors, and ensures all necessary administrative framework and support, such as policies and procedures, are in place to meet accreditation standards for Genetic Counselling. Provides feedback on student placement process. Seeks out, develops and supports innovative student learning opportunities.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Genetic Counselling or Medical Genetics.
• Four (4) years of recent, related clinical cancer genetics experience in addition to experience in mentoring, teaching, knowledge translation, creating educational materials, implementing education strategies or providing leadership, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Certification with the Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors and/or American Board of Genetic Counsellors. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
• Knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system.

Core Competencies:

• Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.)

You have:

• Knowledge of organization policies, legislation, procedures, and standards of care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Genetic Counselling theory and practice within a client and family-centred model of care.
• Broad knowledge of the established standards of practice and guidelines for Genetic Counsellors.
• General knowledge of Trauma Informed Practice.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
• Demonstrated ability to promote Psychological Health and Safety within the workplace.
• Demonstrated ability to provide competent and culturally safe care in a variety of settings and with diverse populations.
• Broad knowledge of education theory, including knowledge of adult education, learning principles and education strategies.
• Broad knowledge of virtual technology-based learning and with spreadsheet and database skills.
• Broad knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Ability to develop and construct effective and dynamic education modules and materials and utilize knowledge translation.
• Ability to lead, coach, mentor, facilitate and teach.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a supportive and creative learning environment.
• Ability to promote a culture of inquiry and evidence based & wise practice.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Communicate with, and work effectively with, co-workers, physicians, other health care staff, patients and their families, and outside agencies.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to promote a supportive, creative learning environment and engage in continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Ability to apply decision-making, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to role model, guide, and support others in resolution of conflict issues.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Able to articulate and share this journey to motivate and inspire others.
• Knowledge of the social, economic, political realities of settler-colonialism and impacts on Indigenous peoples in social and health contexts as well as knowledge and understanding of, and commitment to upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments in the foundational documents: Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, and the Distinctions Based Approach

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job type: Temporary, Full-Time (Until January 1, 2027)

Wage: $47.31- $59.10 per hour

Location: Provincial Position and candidate must be within the vicinity of BC Cancer Centre to work on-site as required.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of work: Monday - Friday; 07:00-15:00, 07:30-15:30, 08:00-16:00, 08:30-16:30, 09:00-17:00

Requisition Number: 180835E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

PHSA plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Create equity - Be courageous.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to anti-racism and equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently excluded groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA's North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes ongoing commitments to Indigenous recruitment and employee experience as well as dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'k'ula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca .

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and exclusion faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and title of BC First Nations and self-determination of all First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. PHSA is mandated to uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents including the Truth & Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

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