Job Description Summary
The Department of Social Work at Saint Leo University seeks a dedicated and experienced Social Work Director of Field Education to coordinate our practicum education program for undergraduate and graduate programs. This is a 12-month campus- based position for a candidate with a strong background in social work education, an ability to foster partnerships with community agencies, and a commitment to supporting a diverse student population.
Job Description
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Qualifications:
- Master’s in Social Work from an accredited program with 2 years post-graduate experience.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in networking and working collaboratively with faculty, administrators, and community partners.
- Knowledge of the D2L Platform is helpful but training does exist for this online platform
- Previous experience in field placements and/or practicums as a field director/administrator/manager/supervisor with responsibility for both the Bachelor and Master of Social Work placements.
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). (Preferred)
Knowledge:
- Familiarity with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accreditation standards. (Preferred)
- Strong knowledge of community partners to engage in active recruitment of students and field partnerships
- Knowledge of online teaching platforms and experience in teaching online (Preferred)
- Content knowledge, values, and skills of Social Work discipline
Skills/ Abilities:
- Proven ability to work effectively with culturally diverse student populations.
- Ability to work independently to meet department deadlines
- Strong collaborative skills to work effectively in team settings.
- Proven capacity to develop and maintain effective community partnership
- Willingness to take on diverse roles and multi-task
- Ability to use technology to enhance learning
- Ability to travel for student, alumni, and partnership engagements and to campus for periodic meetings
Duties and Tasks:
- Ability yo teach undergraduate courses offered either on-ground or in a hybrid format.
- Responsible for academic advising and related activities.
- Lead recruitment activities
- Participate in CSWE accreditation processes
- Collaborate with BSW and MSW Depts. on field placements, service learning, and professional development
- Ensure the field education program is meeting the CSWE field standards.
- Arrange and manage practice education/ internship experiences for all social work students.
- Recruit and develop university affiliation agreements with community placement sites.
- Conduct interviews with students to determine suitable placements.
- Complete written documentation of students’ practice education experiences and develop necessary field documents.
- Provide training and ongoing support for internship instructors and liaisons.
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate practice education with classroom learning.
- Analyze and resolve placement-related issues, ensuring a smooth transition for students into agencies.
- Make informed decisions regarding placement site suitability and program policies.
- Maintain regular communication with students, faculty, and community partners regarding practice education processes.
- Maintain the online database for both programs and monitor student and agency data within the system.
- The Director will spend 50% of the time coordinating internships for the MSW program, 25% coordinating internships for the BSW program, and 25% developing and recruiting field partners.
In addition to your curriculum vitae, the following documents are required for consideration. Please be sure to check the email under which you applied for important instructions on completing remaining steps, including uploading documents in the second step of the application packet process as follows:
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy - (500 words or less), should highlight how your teaching philosophy and practices fit the Mission and Values of Saint Leo University.
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation – All letters of recommendation should be professional references and at least one (1) from a recent superior. If you do not have those documents at the time of application, please upload a text or word document stating, "Recommendations will be sent independently." Recommendation letters can be mailed to Academic Affairs at the address stated below
- Student Evaluations (six classes minimum) – Student evaluations from the last year (at least six classes, an even mix of graduate and undergraduate).
TRANSCRIPTS
Official transcripts are required for all adjuncts and all final full-time faculty candidates
Official transcripts for Master, Graduate, and Doctorate degrees are required to complete your application packet and are to be issued directly to Saint Leo University from the respective education institution.*
Transcripts that are “Issued to Student” or issued to another institution are not accepted. Digital and/or electronic transcripts cannot be accepted at this time.
World Education Services (WES) Evaluation – A certified evaluation and translation from World Education Services (WES) is required for foreign transcripts and/or any and all degrees obtained from international universities. Expenses for official transcripts are the responsibility of the applicant.
Please have transcripts and certified evaluations mailed to:
Attn: Veronica Mantegna Academic Affairs – MC 2006 Saint Leo University
PO Box 6665
Saint Leo, Florida 33574
Full-time faculty positions are pending final budget approval prior to start of the academic year.
Why Work at Saint Leo?
What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!
We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).
- FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
- Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
- Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
- Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
- Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
- 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
- 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
- Employer-provided life insurance
- Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
- Nationwide Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Wellness Center
*Eligibility based on meeting required service period
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Saint Leo University is one of the largest Catholic universities in the nation, offering 57 undergraduate and graduate-level degree programs to more than 18,200 students each year. Founded in 1889 by Benedictine monks, the private, nonprofit university is known for providing a values-based education to learners of all backgrounds and ages in the liberal arts tradition. Saint Leo is regionally accredited and offers a residential campus in the Tampa Bay region of Florida, 16 education centers in five states, and an online program for students anywhere. The university is home to more than 98,000 alumni. Learn more at saintleo.edu.
