Masters of Social Work Extended Program Practicum Liaison (Temporary)

Duties of the Position

• Work with agency supervisors to maintain and develop Practicum placements within the social work community.
• Manage and supervise students conducting practicum work for all MSW students.
• Specific duties include:
  • Coordination and integration of practicum education for our Extended MSW program.
  • Ensuring compliance with the Council on Social Work Education’s standards.
  • Development and implementation of a continuous, comprehensive practicum education program evaluation plan.
  • Recruitment of qualified agencies for student placements.
  • Joint administration of practicum related issues with coordinators of funding programs such as the Title IV-E and CalSWEC II grants.
  • Assists with the maintenance of files on Practicum agency agreements and letters of understanding.
  • Participation, when necessary, in the resolution of problems occurring in placements.
  • Updating and maintaining the program Practicum Manual.
  • Developing and updating Practicum Seminar syllabi.
  • Planning and implementation of training seminars for agency Practicum instructors.
• Attend Faculty Meetings and other relevant Departmental or University meetings.
• Interface with the social service community and surrounding universities to maintain and build the Practicum Education program.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE accredited institution, and at least two years of full-time post-master’s social work experience.
• Candidates should demonstrate experience in teaching, mentoring, and community service that has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.