Patient Partner Coordinator

Patient Partner Coordinator 

At Stenberg College, success is a shared journey. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where diverse talents, lived experiences, and perspectives come together to create meaningful change. Whether you are a student, faculty member, or part of our team, you’ll find a community where your contributions matter and your professional growth is genuinely supported. 

Are you passionate about creating exceptional educational experiences rooted in compassion and real-world impact? Stenberg College is a community driven by excellence, purpose, and care. With a strong reputation among healthcare and human services professionals, we take pride in the meaningful work we do and the difference we make every day. 

We are currently seeking a Patient Partner Coordinator to support our diploma programs by building and nurturing meaningful partnerships with patients and families. In this role, you will independently manage key coordination activities and ensure patient voices are thoughtfully integrated into our educational environment. 

About the Role 

The Patient Partner Coordinator plays a pivotal role in fostering strong, respectful partnerships between patients, families, and healthcare education providers. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, and supporting patient partners to ensure their active and meaningful participation in educational initiatives, projects, and committees. Working closely with faculty and staff, the Coordinator helps embed patient perspectives into program delivery and organizational practices. 

Employment Type: Part-time, 1-year contract (Hybrid) 
Schedule: 5 hours per week 
Location: Surrey, BC & Remote 
Pay Rate: $30 per hour 
Start Date: As soon as possible 

What You Will Do 

• Collaborate with Stenberg staff to support the recruitment of patient partners. 


• Build and maintain strong, supportive relationships with patient partners. 


• Provide ongoing guidance and support, responding to patient partner needs and concerns. 


• Ensure patient partners have the information and resources required to contribute effectively. 


• Act as a key liaison between patient partners and healthcare education providers.


• Coordinate orientation and training sessions for patient partners. 


• Collect feedback through surveys and follow-up conversations to support continuous improvement. 


• Coordinate honoraria and payments for patient partners accurately and in a timely manner. 

Qualifications Required  

• Post-secondary education in healthcare or a related field is an asset. 


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in patient engagement, volunteer coordination, or a similar role. 


• Strong understanding of patient-centered care principles. 


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 


• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including students, patients, families, and healthcare professionals. 


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with database management. 


• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. 

Our Core Values  

Our work is guided by values that shape our culture and decision-making:  

• Connectedness and Inclusivity 


• Collaboration and Innovation 


• Accountability and Integrity 


• Adaptability and Responsiveness 


• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion 

Stenberg College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable community where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, persons with disabilities, and those who may face systemic barriers. We believe diversity strengthens our learning environment and enriches our collective work.  

To learn more about Stenberg College, please visit www.stenbergcollege.com.  

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.