Assistant Professor of the Practice (Social Work)

About the role

The Department of Social Work in the College of Arts and Sciences at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for a Assistant Professor of the Practice (non-tenure-track), nine-month, Social Work faculty position.

Responsibilities

• Teach five courses (15 credit semester hours) each semester
• Advising department of Social Work students (BSW/MSW)
• Work with Director of Field Education to assist students with internship placements
• Participate in Department of Social Work curriculum and program development
• Serve on Department of Social Work committees
• Aid MSW Field Director with students' internship placements and supervision
• Engage in student recruitment
• Committee assignments at all levels of the University, College, Department of Social Work
• Provide services to the community and the profession

Requirements

• An MSW (Master of Social Work) from a CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) accredited program
• Minimum of 5 years post-MSW practice experience, at least three years of which must be direct clinical practice
• LMSW Clinical licensure, or Licensure eligible

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment and respect in working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds
• A record of publication commensurate with appointment at the rank of assistant/associate professor and evidence of ongoing research projects
• A record of extramural funding
• Evidence of effective teaching at the graduate levels
• Strong collegial, communication, and collaborative teamwork skills
• Evidence of a relational approach to working with students and colleagues
• Knowledge of relevant national accrediting bodies and professional standards, including CSWE accreditation processes