COORDINATOR OF FIELD INSTRUCTION (SOCIAL WORK)

Recent Jobs; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina State University seeks a Coordinator of Field Instruction (Social Work) to lead field placement for MSW students, recruit partner agencies, supervise field supervisors, and ensure field experiences align with the curriculum.

Minimum requirements include an MSW from a CSWE‑approved program and five years’ post‑MSW practice; preferred qualifications include a DSW or PhD, higher education teaching experience, and CSWE EPAS familiarity.

Qualifications

• MSW from CSWE‑accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years post‑MSW social work practice.
• CSWE EPAS knowledge and teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead field instruction for MSW students and manage field placements.
• Recruit partner field agencies and supervise field supervisors.
• Assist students with placement and ensure alignment with curriculum.
• Coordinate with field sites and provide support to students and supervisors.
• Handle administrative tasks related to field education and evaluate placements.
• Collaborate with department to maintain program quality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Team development

Pedagogical practices

Teaching experience

Education

MSW (CSWE‑approved)

DSW or PhD in Social Work

Job description

South Carolina State University, a historically Black university, was founded in 1896 as a land-grant college with a mission of providing education and service to the citizens of South Carolina. Today the mission is still relevant; however, our emphasis is on learning, discovery and engagement, and responding to the needs of a global society. SC State's School of Graduate Studies and Educational Leadership is seeking a Coordinator of Field Instruction (Social Work).

The Coordinator of Field Instruction manages practical, hands‑on learning experiences for social work students by recruiting and overseeing field agencies and supervisors, assisting students with placement, and ensuring that field education aligns with the curriculum. Primary responsibilities include consulting with field sites, offering support to students and site supervisors, handling administrative tasks, and evaluating the quality of field placements.

Minimum Requirements:

• MSW from a CSWE-approved program
• Minimum of 5 years’ post-MSW experience in social work practice

Preferred Qualifications:

• A DSW or a PhD in Social Work
• Two years of teaching experience in higher education
• Demonstrated understanding of the 2022 CSWE EPAS standards and experience with the CSWE accreditation process
• Established record of teaching effectiveness with diverse student populations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as a team member
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Deep commitment to team development
• Effective pedagogical practices, with an ongoing willingness to grow and develop

South Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: 08 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time