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Senior Lecturer (holding the title of Advanced Professional Trainer) in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration

Hong Kong University
Hong Kong
February 28, 2025
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Senior Lecturer (holding the title of Advanced Professional Trainer) in

the Department of Social Work and Social Administration

The University of Hong Kong

Apply now Ref.: 530816 Work type: Full-time Department: Department of Social Work and Social Administration (30300) Categories: Teaching Staff Hong Kong

Applications are invited for the position of Senior Lecturer (holding the title of Advanced Professional Trainer) in the Department of Social Work and Social Administration (Ref: 530816). The appointment will commence as soon as possible on a two-year or three-year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability. A highly competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, will be offered, along with annual leave and medical benefits. The appointment includes contract-end gratuity and a University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totaling up to 15% of the basic salary.

The appointee will be involved in the professional capacity building team of the Jockey Club End-of-Life Community Care Project for Persons with Disabilities, focusing on professional training and public education in end- of-life care (EoLC). Duties and responsibilities include:

  • Adopting innovative pedagogy to design and deliver specific training programs on EoLC issues, targeting stakeholders ranging from healthcare and social care professionals, family caregivers, and volunteers to the general public.
  • Generating evidence-based content on end-of-life care, aligned with the professional training and public education activities of the project.
  • Supporting and performing other duties as assigned.

    • Applicants should possess:

  • A good Master's degree or higher qualification in Social Work, Public Health, Mental Health, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Counseling, Nursing, or a related discipline.
  • At least 5 years of solid experience in conducting professional training for the medical and/or social work sector on End-of-Life Care (EoLC) and/or public education on EoLC-related topics in Hong Kong.
  • Good command of written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese) and English.
  • Expert competence in areas including, but not limited to, palliative care, family counseling, the use of art, therapeutic groups, and bereavement care.
  • A strong reputation in the psycho-social and communication aspects of EoLC. Knowledge of e-learning design would be an advantage.

    • The University only accepts online applications for the above posts. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV, with information on current/expected remuneration and availability. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until February 28, 2025 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.

    Advertised: Dec 18, 2024 (HK Time) Applications close: Feb 28, 2025 (HK Time)

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