Field Support - Social Work Program

Responsibilities

• Conduct student interviews to assess needs and interests, and exercise discretion in matching students with quality field placements.
• Coordinate with the Gate team to assess student readiness for field and identify strengths and areas for improvement for placement decisions.
• Ensure correct implementation of department policies and practices, including reviewing and approving placement proposals and accompanying documentation.
• Facilitate inter‑ and intra‑departmental communication about each proposal, manage student and department concerns, and troubleshoot problems as they arise.
• Research potential resources, recruit, process, and onboard community agencies that provide student field placements.
• Negotiate individual contracts with each agency to ensure both agency and LU requirements are met.
• Maintain frequent contact with agencies, perform site visits, and facilitate relationships to secure ongoing internship opportunities and address partnership challenges.
• Interpret and implement policies and procedures related to field enrollment, ensuring proper implementation of Education and Policy Standards articulated by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Represent the department at internal LU and external community functions, and provide trainings on field education policies and practices.
• Administer the submission process for proposals using CORE field placement software and Canvas Learning Management System, reviewing, approving, and tracking essential data.
• Communicate with other LU departments such as the Registrar, Contracts Department, Career Center, and University Events.
• Assist Field Coordinators, Directors of Field Education, and other department leadership with additional duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, clear oral and written communication with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Reason, analyze information, exercise discretion, and apply judgment to implement best practices and solve problems.
• Handle multiple projects professionally and gracefully while interacting with students.
• Maintain strong organizational skills, remain calm and positive in difficult situations, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2‑3 years of administrative experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, etc.
• Familiarity with the Social Work profession.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas).
• Customer service experience.
• Strong technical competency.
• Superior ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience in event planning.

Pay

Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, certifications, University needs, and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used alongside internal equity to ensure fair pay. The salary range for this position is $15.38 – $18.27 per hour.

Benefits

The position may be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Schedule

Full‑time, onsite.