Clinical Experience Coordinator III

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clinical Experience Coordinator III at The University of Texas at Arlington will identify, place, and supervise social work students in Practicum settings across undergraduate and graduate programs.

You will coordinate with Practicum instructors, liaisons, and program directors, ensuring students meet GPA and course requirements while delivering orientation and training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Two years of work experience as a social worker.

Responsibilities

• Match students with Practicum placements based on availability and specialty.
• Serve as the student-facing intermediary between Practicum instructors and liaisons.
• Advise students on Practicum placement requirements and GPA/course prerequisites.
• Confirm courses and GPA with directors/advisors for practicum entry.
• Assist with training and orientation of students and Practicum staff.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree in social work (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06259P

Position Title

Position Title Clinical Experience Coordinator III

Department

Department Social Work

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Job Family Administrative Support

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Open to

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $50,000.

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Job Summary

The Clinical Experience Coordinator III will be responsible for the identification, selection and placement of social work BSW , BSSUT and MSW students in the appropriate Practicum education settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Match students with appropriate Practicum placements based on availability, suitability for the student level (e.g., BSW , BSSUT or MSW ) and specialty (e.g., Direct Practice, Mental Health) and student interest.
• Serve as the student facing intermediary [Lead] between Practicum instructors and Practicum liaisons by communicating clearly with students, Practicum Liaisons, and agency Practicum Instructors throughout the semester regarding placement questions and needs.
• Advise students regarding Practicum placement requirements and agency availability. This includes advising students in the undergraduate, graduate, distance, and online education programs by navigating UTA and Office of Practicum Education databases to complete student matches and placements in approved agencies.
• Confirm with BSW , BSSUT , MSW , distance and online program Directors and academic advisors that students have the courses and GPA required to enter Practicum placement.
• Assist with training and orientation of students, UTA Liaisons, and Practicum Instructors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE -accredited program.
• Two (2) years of work experience as a social worker.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of post-graduate experience in social work with adolescents or adults.
• One (1) year of supervisory experience in an institution of higher education.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication with students, staff, colleagues, and Practicum instructors and agency administrators.
• Ability to think critically and troubleshoot with students, Practicum Liaisons and Practicum Instructors in regard to internship problems
• Ability to resolve non-routine problems using acceptable business practices.
• Ability to make decisions with minimal supervision
• Skilled at being a team player and able to collaborate with internal and external clients, students and members of the UTA campus and the communities served

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas‑Fort Worth‑Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest‑growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic‑Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander‑Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure‑system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest form of education you have attained? (Please specify in your resume)
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree or higher
• * How many years of experience do you have working in Social Work?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 2-3
  • 4-5
  • 5+

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

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