About the job

You must live in Alberta and have a vehicle for travel

Roles and Responsibilities

The Education Coordinator/Trainer will provide a range of training opportunities for case managers and service providers within Coordinated Community Response (CCR) and the public across the province, as well as professionals and post-secondary students in related fields. This is a contracted position based on 35 hours a week.

The education coordinator/trainer will build the capacity of new and current CCR’s through education, training, and resources.

The position will also support the development and implementation of the newly developed Safe Spaces for elder abuse. They will work collaboratively with the Indigenous Resource Navigator positions.

The position will support Collaborative Online Resources and Education (CORE Alberta) – education platform elder abuse group area; ensuring that service providers and stakeholders have access to the information they need to collectively address elder abuse.

Your primary responsibilities will be:

- Arrange training opportunities for communities, CCRs, staff, and other organizations on topics of importance (Mental Health First Aid for Seniors, understanding legal documents, etc.) and ensure consistency and quality in service provision.
- Host educational and training opportunities for various sectors, service providers, and groups about elder abuse (Taking Action Against Elder Abuse – TAAEA materials).
- Elder abuse CORE support – education platform in the area of elder abuse.
- Assist to develop new material, key messages, and content about elder abuse and the Council, including World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD material and events), with the Indigenous Resource Navigator.
- Partner with key stakeholders in education about elder abuse.



Coordinate team-oriented work with the Indigenous Resource Navigator.
- Be a Train-the-Trainer in TAAEA. Update material as required.
- Assist in the development of Safe Spaces for older adults experiencing elder abuse and a Community of Practice for those with spaces, providing ongoing support as required.
- Identify, monitor, and analyze changing community needs.
- Support newly developed CCRs as outlined in the GOA online steps to develop a coordinated community response network.
- Bring training opportunities to the case management meetings.
- Attend Neighbours, Friends, and Family (bystander training for elder abuse) NFF Community of Practice.
- The Education Coordinator/Trainer will train Neighbours, friends, and family members through community training and support duties related to assisting the Community Trainer.
- Create training on healthy relationships with your adult children.
- Work on data collection.
- Facilitate lunch and learns.
- Train neighbours, friends, and family members through community training and support duties related to assisting the Community Trainer.

Note:
This position requires travel. There will be a travel allowance. A personal vehicle is required (mileage allowance provided, minimum of 2 million liability). Travel to rural communities is required. There will be scheduled overnights during training times.

Qualifications:

- A diploma or degree in a related human services field
- Ability to network and maintain relationships




- Experience leading groups, implementing, and delivering education programs
- Experience in community development, project management, and capacity building
- Ability to work independently, be self-directed, and work as part of a team
- Knowledge of services for seniors
- Computer literacy, especially Microsoft Office and PowerPoint
- Ability to provide a clear Police Check, including a Vulnerable Persons Check and driver’s abstract

Skills and Experience:

- Understand ageism and its impact on society and individuals
- Knowledge of elder abuse
- Ability to work from home, as this is a remote position
- Ability to travel to various parts of the province as needed

Terms & Compensation:

- The position is based out of your home and reports to the Executive Director in Lethbridge
- There are options for flexible work schedules
- This position is until March 31, 2027 with possible extension- contracted position to start once a suitable candidate is found
- Salary is $67,500 to $70,500 yearly based on a 35-hour work week, with consideration given to experience

How to Apply:

Applicants should apply online with resume. Deadline: October 29, 2026

Apply now:
Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council
[email protected]

We appreciate all interest in this position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $67,500.00-$70,500.00 per year

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Work from home

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- social work or human services : 1 year (required)

Language:

- english (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Location:

- Alberta (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (required)

Work Location: Remote

📌 elder abuse education coordinator/trainer (Alberta)
🏢 Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council
📍 Alberta