Program Developer - Bachelor of Social Work
| Competition Number: 126223 | Type: Contract |
| Closing Date: OPEN |
Category: Contract |
Medicine Hat College invites applications for a full-time contract Program Developer to develop a new Bachelor of Social Work program for the School of Health and Community Services. This position can be flexible and can be completed either in person or virtually, with some on-campus meetings required.
A little about the role:
Based on labour market data, student demand, and community consultations, Medicine Hat College believes that a Bachelor of Social Work would meet the workforce needs of SE Alberta. The Program Developer will work in collaboration with the Dean, Social Work faculty, and other college departments to refine MHC’s Bachelor of Social Work proposal to Campus Alberta Quality Council and develop the pre-accreditation document for the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE). The Program Developer will also collaborate with MHC faculty in the Social Work program and the School of Arts, Science, and Education to build the program structure and schedule so that it adheres to the Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards of the Canadian Association of Social Work Education.
This project is to be completed by June 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension.
The Program Developer will be responsible for producing the main deliverables listed below:
• Leading the BSW Steering Committee, in consultation with the Dean, YSHCS
• Overseeing the development and finalizing the map of the curriculum
• Drafting applications for internal approval, including applications to the College’s Curriculum Committee and General Academic Council
• Drafting the CASWE pre-accreditation document
• Building a program research agenda for the BSW in consultation with our region
• Consulting with internal/external stakeholders Bachelor of Social Work program at Medicine Hat College
Details:
• Research experience and experience in a postsecondary setting highly preferred.
• 5 years of experience as a Registered Social Worker.
• Program/course development experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated project management skills required, including strong communication, planning, organization, and time management.
• The ability to work collaboratively and make positive contributions as a team member.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000 for the contract term
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126223 in both the subject line and the body of your email. Attach your cover letter and resume as one combined document. Applications will be reviewed as of November 16, 2026. The posting will remain OPEN until suitable candidate(s) are identified.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check obtained from their local police service (not through an online third‑party provider).
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Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.