Community Support Worker

We're Hiring: Community Support Worker / Social Services Instructor (Hybrid)

Institution: Robin College

Location: 4408 97 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 5R9 (Hybrid remote)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay Rate: CAD $25.00 – $30.00 / hour

Robin College is expanding our academic team and looking for an experienced and qualified Community Support Worker / Social Services Instructor to join us in Edmonton.

If you have a strong background in social services and a passion for translating real-world practice into effective classroom instruction, mentorship, and student development, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom and practical instruction across core social services and community support subjects.
• Develop, review, and maintain up-to-date curriculum, course outlines, lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
• Use real-world case scenarios to build students' practical support-worker, case management, and documentation skills.
• Teach students professional communication, ethics, boundaries, and client support frameworks.
• Evaluate student progress, maintain accurate academic records, and provide dedicated mentorship.
• Prepare students successfully for practicum placements and careers in the social services sector.

Mandatory Regulatory Qualifications & Experience

(In strict compliance with the Alberta Government Private Career Colleges (PCC) licensing framework under the Private Vocational Training Act)

1. Minimum Formal Education: A recognized post-secondary degree, diploma, certificate, or professional designation in a related social services discipline (e.g., Community Support Worker Diploma, Social Work Degree/Diploma, Child and Youth Care, or Psychology/Sociology credential).
2. Verified Industry Experience: A minimum of 3 years of continuous, verifiable work-related experience practicing as a Community Support Worker, Social Worker, Youth Worker, or Addictions Counselor.
3. Instructional Competency: A minimum of 1 year of verified prior instructional/training experience, OR holding a current training certificate/credential in Adult Education.
4. Curriculum Development Experience: Demonstrated experience developing, reviewing, and delivering social services curricula, lesson plans, and assessments.

Core Teaching Subjects

• Community Service Administration & Practice
• Human Health Service Models & Canadian Social Policy
• Human Development & Lifespan Psychology
• At-Risk Youth, Crisis Intervention, & Group Counselling
• Substance Use, Communication, & Interview Skills
• Legal Aspects of Social Work, Family Dynamics, & Report Writing

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy, relevant social services experience, and curriculum development background to:

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• Please ensure your application clearly highlights your education, 3+ years of field experience, teaching background, and any relevant certifications are assets (such as First Aid/CPR).