Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg, Hodinohsyó:ni, and Attawandaran (Neutral) Peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations
Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website
The School of Social Work at Renison University College prepares social work practitioners through an accessible and inclusive curriculum, at both baccalaureate and master’s levels, in a learning environment that fosters caring and competent social work practice within regional, national and international contexts and embraces principles of justice, equality and respect for diversity.
The School of Social Work invites applications for a part-time/sessional lecturer opportunity in the Spring 2026 term (May-August 2026).
The School of Social Work is seeking an individual to teach the following course:
SWK 680: Critical Topics in Social Work and Health
Spring 2026 (May 1 to August 31)
Online
Compensation: The salary paid per term is $8910 plus vacation pay, based on qualifications and experience.
Course description:
This is a multi-module course that introduces students to key topics in social work and health through a critical lens (e.g., gerontology, mental health, community health, etc.). Students have the option of choosing 3 modules (topics), each being 4-weeks in duration. The common theme across the modules is the critical theories that frame the examination of each module topic. Students will further develop understanding of critical theoretical frameworks and their application to contemporary health discourses and health services and systems. Each module will underscore how the critical framing of health discourses and health services and systems are engaged as a method of identifying and responding to health inequities and diverse understandings of health and illness. (Note: This is an online course).
Job duties include:
Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.
This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.
Applications will be treated confidentially. Application materials should be addressed to Dr. Trish Van Katwyk and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio
Please include a complete curriculum vitae, a letter of application including a brief outline of your current and proposed program of research, teaching, and/or practice. Please provide the names of three potential referees, who will be contacted if your application moves forward; referees will not be contacted without your permission. The successful candidate will also be asked for consent to have an educational and a criminal records verification completed. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.
Review of applications will begin on February 28, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
Further enquiries can be directed to Dr. Trish Van Katwyk pvankatw@uwaterloo.ca
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
