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BSW Administrative Faculty / Director of Field Education

Employer
Pacific Oaks College & Children's School
Location
Pasadena, CA
Closing date
Jun 13, 2022

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*Job Description:**POSITION SUMMARY*
Pacific Oaks College is proud to announce faculty positions for our Bachelor and Master of Social Work programs. These programs will be housed in Pacific Oaks' School of Cultural & Family Psychology, alongside our 20+ year old CA Board of Behavioral Sciences accredited Masters of Marriage Family Therapy program, the Master of Arts in Cultural & Family Studies, and the new Bachelor of Community Psychology program. Pacific Oaks College is in the pre-candidacy process of accreditation with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
As a full-time Faculty member, you'll provide program instruction incorporating innovative teaching methodologies, cutting-edge online technologies and other industry trends reflecting advancements in your discipline. Candidates should be highly motivated and passionate about teaching social work competencies by providing exceptional quality instruction in an online environment. Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses and support department activity in the BSW and MSW Programs.
Pacific Oaks College and the School of Cultural & Family Psychology is seeking a committed and enthusiastic person who supports the Core Values adopted by faculty, along with being dedicated to ensuring the College's mission of anti-oppression.
Other responsibilities outlined in the current Faculty Supplemental Manual, including scholarship, service, advising, and committee work.
This position is based at the Pasadena campus.
*ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*

* The position coordinates field placements for both the Master of Social Work (MSW) and the Bachelor of Social Work programs (BSW).
* The director, in coordination with the Program Director and social work faculty, manages, oversees, and coordinates the field education program.
*JOB FUNCTIONS:*

* Responsibility for the management of BSW & MSW field education, and determines the BSW & MSW field curriculum in conjunction with social work faculty;
* Ensures that the BSW & MSW field education program meets CSWE accreditation standards;
* Manages existing agency agreements and develops new agency placements that meet program criteria;
* Training new and existing field supervisors regarding the issues/processes/procedures of field placement using online software;
* Assists agency supervisors in developing learning experiences for BSW & MSW field students within the framework of their respective agencies;
* Orienting students about field education; assessing student readiness and interests in practice areas;
* Connecting students to appropriate field placements; and,
* Negotiates any extraordinary student or agency needs before commencement or during the field placement.
* Other duties as assigned.
*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:*

* Evidence of demonstrated ability to teach and work with persons from culturally diverse backgrounds in higher education
* Knowledge of and experience with social justice activities to enhance already established program focus
* Demonstrated ability to model social work professional values and ethics, and to work effectively with colleagues
* Evidence of effective provision of both clinical and non-clinical content in the areas of individuals, families and groups; and/or, Evidence of effective community and organizational engagement
* Strong communication, time management and organizational skills
* Demonstrated teamwork, self-motivation, integrity, and commitment to maintaining high professional standards.
*PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:*

* Knowledgeable and experienced with CSWE-accreditation
*REQUIRED EDUCATION:*

* Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited institution
*PREFERRED EDUCATION:*

* Doctorate degree in Social Work (PhD or DSW)
*REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:*

* A minimum of five years post-MSW practice experience
* Familiarity with CSWE standards in relation to field education and accreditation
* Excellent networking and professional communication skills
* Proficient in the use of technology and online tools.
*PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:*

* 5+ years post-MSW practice experience
* Social Work licensure (LCSW)
* Curriculum development experience
* Prior experience directing a field education program
* Prior teaching experience in a social work program
Pacific Oaks offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of diversity and social justice. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical, vision, and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, 403b with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition discount, and other perks.
Pacific Oaks is an affiliate of TCS Education System. To apply for this position or others, visit our Careers' Page at: www.pacificoaks.edu
Pacific Oaks participates in E-Verify and verifies identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Pacific Oaks offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, parental status, housing status, source of income or military status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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