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Director of Field Education for the Social Work Pr
Job Code: SW001
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POSTED: Nov 13
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Open |
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Adrian, Michigan |
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Siena Heights University |
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Full Time - Experienced |
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University |
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Academic / Research |
| Required Education: |
Masters
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Job Description |
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SUMMARY: Siena Heights University seeks to fill the position of faculty member and Director of Field Education in its Social Work Program with a qualified person who has a range of expertise in social work education, social work practice and community service sufficient to provide academic and administrative leadership for field education.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Teach three, three-credit hour social work courses and direct field education each fall and winter semester. Advise students concerning the academic requirements of the program, their academic plans and schedules, course selections, and semester registration. Assist the program director in achieving the goals and objectives of the program. Teach social work practice courses and required foundation social work content courses. Coordinate and administer field practicum consistent with CSWE Education Polices and Accreditation Standards. Consistently monitor and evaluate students in field placements (including site visits). Organize and facilitate training for field site supervisors. Maintain relationships with local social service agencies and organizations. Maintain accurate and current field practicum records. Maintain and distribute current Field Education Manual. Contribute to continual program improvement through annual analysis and evaluation of program outcomes and objectives. Serve as faculty advisor to the social work student organization. Serve as academic advisor to social work students. Prepare required information for maintaining accreditation. Serve on one faculty committee, attend Social Work Advisory Committee meetings, and participate in the recruitment of students to the program.
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Requirements |
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REQUIREMENTS: A master’s degree in social work from a CSWE – accredited program. At least 2 years post –master’s social work degree practice experience which must include employment experiences with social service agencies and community-based service delivery. Not less than four semesters of experience in teaching courses for a CSWE – accredited undergraduate social work program, or for a program in candidacy for accreditation. Social service experience in working with diverse populations and a commitment to quality teaching in undergraduate generalist social work education.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Qualified candidates are invited to complete the application form found at the top of the main employment web page: http://www.sienaheights.edu/jobs.aspx .
The application form will allow you to attach your Curriculum Vita with professional references and a cover letter. Please include with your cover letter a brief description of your educational philosophy. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This position will be available in August, 2010. EOE
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