Counselling Tutor Job at BTI, Bay of Plenty, Tauranga
- Location:
- Bay of Plenty
- Tauranga
- Work type:
- Full Time
- Classification:
- Education & Training
- Teaching – Tertiary
BETHLEHEM TERTIARY INSTITUTE
BETHLEHEM
We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative and experienced counsellor with an interest in e-learning. Would you enjoy using your expertise to teach and motivate others into this vital profession? BTI would like to hear from you in relation to our vacancy for a:
Size of role negotiable between 0.5 and 0.8.
You would have online and face to face tutoring responsibilities, a pastoral care role and you would assist with students on practicum locally and at a distance.
You will need to be a member of a professional association, hold at least a Bachelors qualification in either counselling or social work, and a fit with and ability to contribute to the Christian special character of BTI. You would ideally have some experience of either online teaching OR learning.
Bethlehem Tertiary Institute is registered, approved and accredited with the New Zealand Qualifications Authority for degrees in teaching, counselling and social work.
The position would commence in late January or early February. For further information and expressions of interest, please emailr.cook@bti.ac.nz
or freephone: 0508 BETHLEHEM preferably before 20th January, 2012.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
COUNSELLING TUTOR
PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
1. Carry out all responsibilities in a way which reflects and is congruent with the Institutes Christian ethos and mission.
2. Meet the needs of students by providing inspiring and innovative learning opportunities that develop knowledge (heart), capabilities (hands) and values (heart), and contributes to the development of students in keeping with BTIs graduate profile.
3. Observe all Institute policies and procedures and ensure the appropriate use of Institute assets and student/government funds.
Character/Personality based
Works effectively as a member of a team, as well as independently within guidelines
Possesses and maintains the highest professional standards
Maintains performance under pressure and meets deadlines
Demonstrates flexibility in responding to conflicting demands and changing circumstances
Relates well with a wide variety of people
Communicates effectively
Is patient with a gracious disposition
Is proactive and shows initiative
Demonstrates a willingness to contribute to the broader professional and academic life of the Institute
Demonstrates Christian values in all aspects of work life
1. Professional Competence
A. Develop and maintain a high level of expertise in primary areas of responsibility
A1 Courses are rated highly by students
A2 Currency is maintained through scholarship, professional contributions within the professional community, professional association membership and ongoing registration as a social worker.
A3 Capabilities in web-based, web-enhanced and web-supported teaching are increasing.
B. Teach students in a way that reflects the principles of a biblically informed pedagogy/andragogy and encourage transformational learning.
B1 Student results and feedback supports the view that transformational learning is occurring.
B2 Student feedback reflects positive and appropriate interaction with all students.
B3 Students undertaking practicum experience are supported.
B4 Deadlines are met, in particular those related to assessment and evaluation.
C. Implement principles of social equity and meet Treaty of Waitangi principles
C1 Demonstrates a willingness to increase knowledge of te reo, Treaty issues and Maoritanga at a foundational level.
C2 Supports bi-cultural initiatives as appropriate.
2. Leadership
D. Use and develop personal strengths to provide leadership in specific areas identified by the Dean.
D1 Responsibilities are undertaken with commitment and rigour, resulting in a positive outcome.
D2 Deadlines and reporting requirements are met.
E. Develop and maintain a solution oriented strengths based approach to challenges
E1 Innovative and creative solutions are promoted in response to issues and challenges.
3. Personal Development
F. Show enthusiasm and commitment for learning, growth and development in ways that support the teaching, mission and ethos of the Institute.
F1 Is actively involved in personal development activities, as demonstrated through the goal setting and review process.
F2 Actively engages in performance appraisals and reviews of Key Responsibilities.
4. Institutional Commitment
G. Establish and maintain effective working relationships, and uphold colleagues personally and professionally.
G1 Performance review reflects positive working relationships and a generous spirit of collaboration
H. Play an active role in, and contribute positively to the Institutes community life
H1 Takes an active part in Institute life including staff meetings, committees, working parties and the staff development programme.
H2 Uses professional and community networks to actively promote programmes and the Institute.
Possible areas of responsibility include:
PIPI 1 and PIPI 2: building collaborative partnerships
Journeying 1 and 2: CBT
Journeying 3: Narrative Therapy
Aotearoa NZ Social Context: an introduction to social constructionism
Tangata Tiriti (Maori studies)
Biblical Mandate for Social Concern
On-site practicum group and practicum assessment
Common issues in counselling marking
Year 2 group coordination
The exact size of the role is negotiable and could be as little as one of these courses or a grouping of these responsibilities up to a 0.8 position. To express interest in any of these courses or a grouping into a larger position, please email Richard Cook r.cook@bti.ac.nz , preferably before January 20th, 2012.
Variance
The accountabilities and responsibilities outlined in this document may be varied from time to time according to the external environment, the needs of the Institute and the expectations of the Dean.