Logo
Virginia Commonwealth University

Program Field Coordinator - School of Social Work

Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214


Program Field Coordinator - School of Social Work

Benefits of working at VCU

All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.

Job Code19214N

Recruitment PoolAll Applicants

Posting Numberreq6197

UnitSchool Of Social Work MBU

DepartmentSchool of Social Work

Department Website Linkhttps://socialwork.vcu.edu

LocationVCU

Address907 Floyd Ave, Richmond, VA 23284 USA

Duties & Responsibilities

VCU's School of Social Work has an exciting opportunity for a Program Field Coordinator! VCU combines learning, research, creativity, service, and discovery with a commitment to inclusive excellence. Ranked by U.S. News as one of the 30 "most innovative" public universities in the country, VCU is a premier, urban, public research university home to multiple nationally ranked programs. All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's generous benefits package that includes: competitive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, Virginia Retirement System (VRS), professional development & certifications, tuition waiver, parental leave, caregiving leave and community service leave. Learn more about VCU's benefits here: https://hr.vcu.edu/careers-at-vcu/why-work-at-vcu/.

Founded in 1917, the School of Social Work stands as the first school of its kind in the South, as well as one of two programs in Virginia to offer bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in the discipline. Today, SSW is ranked #28, the highest-ranked school of social work in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and it is consistently among the top 30 nationally according to U.S. News & World Report.

The mission of the VCU School of Social Work (SSW) is to prepare professional social workers as practitioners, scholars, and leaders; to generate research and scholarship for advancing knowledge and practice; and to contribute to local, state, national, international, and professional communities to improve quality of life. Guided by the principle of promoting social and economic justice in a diverse and multicultural society, its programs focus on service to and empowerment of people who experience oppression or vulnerability due to inadequate or inequitable distribution of personal, social or institutional resources. Combining this commitment with cutting-edge research and education means student opportunity is limitless.

Typical Duties

The School of Social Work is seeking program coordinators to support the facilitation of field education, the central pedagogy of preparing BSW and MSW students for professional practice.Key duties of this role include developing and maintaining field education sites, assigning and reassigning students to field placements, assisting with field education course prep, planning and implementing field education events and meetings for field students, instructors, and liaisons.

Qualifications

Preferred QualificationsMSW degree from a CSWE accredited universityTwo years post-MSW practice experienceExposure to social work education curriculum and/or the mission, values, and fields of social work practiceCollege level teaching experienceFamiliarity with state, local and community-based social service organizationsMinimum Qualifications

Masters degree in social work, counseling, or related fieldExcellent written and oral communication skillsExcellent organization skillsAbility to prioritize and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environmentAbility to handle large volume of communication with students and community partnersAbility to handle large volume of data from students and community partnersAbility to use independent judgment, initiative and decision making in daily tasksDemonstrated leadership in establishing and sustaining community and academic collaborationsEase in working with technology, databases and online teaching platformsDemonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and studentenvironment or commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU

FLSAUniversity Employee

Job FTE1

Exemption StatusNon-Exempt

Restricted PositionNo

E-ClassUF - University Employee FT

Job CategoryUniversity Employee

ORP EligibleNo

Salary Range$52,000-$57,000

Compensation TypeSalaried

Target Hire Date11/13/2024

Contact Information for Candidates

Documents Needed to ApplyResume, Cover Letter, and Diversity Statement