University of Nevada, Reno
Program Director, Practicum/Field Education
University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, Nevada, United States, 89550
The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or
jobs@unr.edu . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.Job Description
Join a dedicated and inclusive faculty and staff that supports innovation, educational access, and academic excellence! The Program Director for Practicum/Field Education is a key member of the BSW and MSW programs in the School of Social Work (SSW) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Along with BSW and MSW leadership, the Program Director, Practicum/Field Education is responsible for providing leadership to the Field Education team, identifying curriculum issues, and participating in the accreditation process. The candidate is expected to have strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. This is a full-time position at the main campus of the University of Nevada, Reno; it is not a remote position.Responsibilities
Provide leadership in integrating field curriculum into the BSW and MSW programsRecruitment, selection, and training of community field instructorsPlacement of BSW and MSW students in field sitesResponsible for Agency-School contract negotiationsBuilding strong, positive relationships between SSW and professional social workers and community agenciesDeveloping new field placementsDatabase maintenanceStaff supervisionRepresenting the SSW in all matters pertaining to field educationAssist with recruitment and admissions of undergraduate and graduate studentsServe as faculty liaison/field seminar leaderDirectly supervises program staffRequired Qualifications
A Master's in Social Work - CSWE Accredited and 2-Years post-MSW practice experienceState of Nevada License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) OR Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) within one year of appointmentPreferred Experience
Supervisory or leadership experienceCollege teaching experience and/or field program administrationKnowledge of online educationTravel Requirements
Travel to community-based agencies on a weekly basisTravel to rural Nevada communities as neededOccasional travel to regional areas in which online graduate students are geographically clusteredTravel to state and national conferences as appropriateCompensation Grade
Compensation Grade CTo view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.Total Compensation
The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents.Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.Department Information
The School currently offers BSW and MSW degrees and has nearly over 800 students from diverse backgrounds attending the program. The School of Social Work is committed to creating an inclusive environment, that is supportive of all individuals, regardless of background, and to nurturing and developing that talent. We are committed to building an excellent and diverse faculty, staff, and student body, and we welcome applicants whose experiences have prepared them to contribute to this commitment.Department Contact
Brandon Ford, Search Coordinatorbrandonf@unr.eduRequired Attachment(s)
Please attach the following documents to your application:Resume/VitaCover letterReference contact information for three professional referencesA brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.Posting Close Date
11/30/2024Note to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others, gender, military status or obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion (protected classes).
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jobs@unr.edu . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.Job Description
Join a dedicated and inclusive faculty and staff that supports innovation, educational access, and academic excellence! The Program Director for Practicum/Field Education is a key member of the BSW and MSW programs in the School of Social Work (SSW) at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR). Along with BSW and MSW leadership, the Program Director, Practicum/Field Education is responsible for providing leadership to the Field Education team, identifying curriculum issues, and participating in the accreditation process. The candidate is expected to have strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. This is a full-time position at the main campus of the University of Nevada, Reno; it is not a remote position.Responsibilities
Provide leadership in integrating field curriculum into the BSW and MSW programsRecruitment, selection, and training of community field instructorsPlacement of BSW and MSW students in field sitesResponsible for Agency-School contract negotiationsBuilding strong, positive relationships between SSW and professional social workers and community agenciesDeveloping new field placementsDatabase maintenanceStaff supervisionRepresenting the SSW in all matters pertaining to field educationAssist with recruitment and admissions of undergraduate and graduate studentsServe as faculty liaison/field seminar leaderDirectly supervises program staffRequired Qualifications
A Master's in Social Work - CSWE Accredited and 2-Years post-MSW practice experienceState of Nevada License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) OR Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) within one year of appointmentPreferred Experience
Supervisory or leadership experienceCollege teaching experience and/or field program administrationKnowledge of online educationTravel Requirements
Travel to community-based agencies on a weekly basisTravel to rural Nevada communities as neededOccasional travel to regional areas in which online graduate students are geographically clusteredTravel to state and national conferences as appropriateCompensation Grade
Compensation Grade CTo view the salary schedule for this position, please visit:
Salary Schedules
and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.Total Compensation
The total compensation package includes a competitive salary, moving allowance (if applicable), a rich retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with many other benefits. Additionally, there is a grant-in-aid educational benefit for faculty and dependents.Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.Department Information
The School currently offers BSW and MSW degrees and has nearly over 800 students from diverse backgrounds attending the program. The School of Social Work is committed to creating an inclusive environment, that is supportive of all individuals, regardless of background, and to nurturing and developing that talent. We are committed to building an excellent and diverse faculty, staff, and student body, and we welcome applicants whose experiences have prepared them to contribute to this commitment.Department Contact
Brandon Ford, Search Coordinatorbrandonf@unr.eduRequired Attachment(s)
Please attach the following documents to your application:Resume/VitaCover letterReference contact information for three professional referencesA brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.This posting is open until filled. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.Posting Close Date
11/30/2024Note to Applicant
A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.The University of Nevada, Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others, gender, military status or obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion (protected classes).
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