Director of Practicum Education

Rhode Island College; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness benefits (Medical,

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability and Insurance Benefits

Tuition waivers for RIC/CCRI/URI

Job summary

Rhode Island College seeks a Director of Practicum Education to lead practicum experiences for its BSW and MSW programs, ensuring alignment with CSWE standards. The role includes supervising staff, managing agency partnerships, and developing policies, while advancing inclusive practices on campus.

The position emphasizes collaboration with faculty and community partners, accreditation support, and program improvement to deliver high-quality field education.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of both generalist and advanced practice.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of all practicum experiences for BSW and MSW programs.
• Supervise practicum support staff and coordinate placements and supervisor selection.
• Develop and implement practicum policies in line with CSWE accreditation standards.

Skills

Generalist vs. advanced practice

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please be advised that Rhode Island College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the US without the need for employer sponsorship.

Position Information

Position Title

Director of Practicum Education

Division

Academic Affairs Division

Department Name

School of Social Work - Practicum Education

Position Type

Staff - Non Classified

Position Overview

The Director of Practicum Education provides leadership and oversight of all practicum experiences for the School of Social Work’s BSW and MSW programs. This role oversees student placements, agency partnerships, supervisor selection, and the development of practicum policies and procedures in alignment with CSWE accreditation standards. The Director also supervises practicum support staff, collaborates with faculty and community agencies, and ensures students receive meaningful, high-quality field education experiences. Additionally, the position supports accreditation efforts and advances the School’s commitment to anti-racist practices, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Primary Purpose

Provide leadership and oversight with all practicum experiences, practicum policies and practicum education accreditation standards associated with programs in the School of Social Work. Direct and coordinate practicum placement activities related to the educational objectives of both the BSW and MSW programs. The Director of Practicum Education must be committed to and understand the generalist perspective.

Provide leadership in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of practicum experiences and policies in Social Work.

• Develop practicum experiences that are consistent with generalist practices at the BSW level.
• The director of practicum education will spend 50% of his/her hours administering the BSW program activities.
• Develop practicum experiences that reflect the generalist level in the first year of the MSW .
• Develop practicum experiences that are consistent with the advanced curriculum of the MSW program which reflect the generalist perspective in the advanced curriculum including the clinical track, and macro practice track. The director of practicum education will spend 50% of his/her hours administering the MSW program activities.
• Supervise one full or part -time practicum coordinator and one full-time administrative assistant.
• Participate in SSW leadership, SSW , MSW and BSW meetings.
• Coordinate and administer all Social Work practicum experiences including:
  • Selection of practicum supervisors.
  • Assessment of students for practicum readiness.
  • Assignment of students to practicum placements.
  • Supervision of students when needed.
  • Development and implementation of orientation and professional development programs for agency supervisors each year.
  • Create and maintain school-agency affiliations agreements.
  • Develop and oversee policies that are consistent with CSWE requirements for student internships where employment is used as an internship.
  • Establish a practicum calendar for faculty, students and practicum instructors.
  • Educate and work with practicum placements to act in accordance with the School’s anti-racist policies.
• Review, update and disseminate all practicum related policies and manuals annually.
• Develop and maintain the practicum education portion of the School’s website.
• Manage the placement tracking software & be a liaison with the third-party vendor.
• Develop innovative experimental agency-based practicum units.
• Engage with the regional New England Field Education Directors consortium and the North American Network of Field Education Directors.
• Participate in self-study and re-accreditation activities for CSWE .
• Provide information regarding the programs of the School to students and community agencies.
• Coordinate, design, and/or implement a wide variety of educational programs that serve to raise consciousness among the faculty, administration, and staff about various traditions, norms, attitudes and beliefs of the many diverse groups on campus.
• Develop meaningful and strategic community partnerships that will help RIC advance equity on campus.

Occasional Duties

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean, School of Social Work.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Good understanding of both generalist and advanced practice.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

Education: MSW from a CSWE -accredited program.

Experience: A minimum of (5) years post- MSW practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching and administrative experience.

Does this position have Direct Reports?

Yes

Environmental Conditions

The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.

FLSA

Exempt

Salary Grade

14NC

Full Time / Part Time

Full-time

Proposed Starting Salary Range

$80,000-$90,000

Work Schedule

Full-Time
Monday-Friday
8:30am-4:30pm

Full-time employees enjoy an array of benefits including:

• Health and Wellness - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Wellness Incentives and Rewards
• Paid time Off - Vacation, Sick & Holiday
• Disability and Insurance Benefits
• Education Benefits - Tuition waivers for RIC , CCRI & URI

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Rhode Island College
600 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
[phone]
www.ric.edu

EEO Statement

Rhode Island College is an equal opportunity employer. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability religion, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. Rhode Island College is committed to maintain a workplace and educational environment that supports equal opportunity, professionalism and respectful engagement for all community members.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you hold an MSW from a CSWE‑accredited program?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of five years post-MSW practice?
  • Yes
  • No