Director-Social Work Field Education - E99382

Eastern Washington University; Cheney (WA); Sur place; USD 89 000 - 107 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Eastern Washington University is seeking a Director of Field Education in the School of Social Work in Cheney, WA. The role oversees the Field Education Office for BSW and MSW programs, recruits and supports placements, and trains faculty liaisons and field instructors.

The incumbent will manage partnerships, utilize field software, and integrate field education with curricula. EWU emphasizes inclusivity and offers comprehensive benefits; salary range is $89,327 to $107,084 with education and

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program or international equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of post-MSW social work practice experience.
• Experience in social work field education or as a field instructor or task supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse faculty, staff, students, agency admins, and practitioners.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, risk management, collaboration, planning, administration, and organization.

Connaissances

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Planning & administration

Collaboration

Formation

MSW degree

Description du poste

Job Title:

Director-Social Work Field Education - E99382

Location:

Cheney

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Work Schedule Type:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Regular office hours 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Position may occasionally require evening or weekend work to meet the demands of the office.

Term of Appointment:

12 Months

Job Summary:

The School of Social Work at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking an experienced and knowledgeable leader to fill a multifaceted role as our Director of Field Education. The School of Social Work Director of Field Education provides leadership to the Field Education Office that includes Faculty Field Liaisons and a Program Coordinator of Field Education.
The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of all components of field education for both the BSW and MSW programs. The Field Education Office recruits, manages, and supports all placements, field instructors, and faculty liaisons; provides orientation and training to students, field instructors, and faculty liaisons; maintains partnership agreements with field agencies; uses field software to manage files for students and practicum sites; and facilitates integration of field education with other components of the BSW and MSW curricula.

EWU is committed to supporting and promoting a workforce that is welcoming to all and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply for this position.

The salary for this position is $89,327 - $107,084. Where the hired candidate will begin within this range is dependent on education, experience, and skills.

In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits-briefing/benefits/insurance/

Eastern Washington University provides an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning experience, driving the pursuit of knowledge with affordable academic excellence.

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. As the region's polytechnic, we are recognized for our distinctive approach to hands-on learning that leads to in-demand careers. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a '26 -'27 College of Distinction (CoD), the second consecutive year it has received the national recognition.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement:

At Eastern Washington University, we are proud to recognize the land of the Spokane Tribe and other tribes that shared the land for fishing and trading. The Spokane Tribe, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe, and the Nez Perce Tribe are integral to the cultural heritage and traditional ethnological knowledge of the land.

Native American heritage is woven into the fabric of our institution, enriching our community through tribal culture, historical teachings, and tribal language, and is embraced daily by students, staff, faculty, and the Eastern Washington community.

At EWU, we are committed to reflecting on and acknowledging the historical injustices of genocide and the forced removal of tribal peoples and all our relatives. EWU recognizes and honors tribal sovereignty and government to government relationships with tribes.

From here forward, EWU will remain committed to supporting, honoring, and recognizing the Native American community and the dynamic contributions that are shared with our university.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws.

Conditions of Employment:

This position, during the course of university employment will be involved in the receipt of, or accountability for, university funds or other items of value, as well as the unsupervised access with the developmentally disabled, vulnerable adults or children under the age of 16. The offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion and passing of a background check prior to beginning employment.

All new employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602-02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work at EWU. Waivers for the immunization requirements are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.

This is an Administrative Exempt position and is covered by EWU Policy 406-01, Exempt Employment: https://inside.ewu.edu/policies/knowledge-base/ewu-406-01-exempt-employment/

After starting employment, employees will complete the required training via Canvas. The Office of Employee Belonging, Development, and Leadership will reach out to you concerning Workplace Belonging training and asynchronous New Employee Orientation.

Note: Interviews might be conducted via Zoom (camera must be enabled). If so, candidates must be able to demonstrate competence using Zoom and other technologies.

Physical Demands:

Contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis which will describe conditions of employment, such as physical demands.

Protective Equipment:

University, local, regional, and state mandates for public and personal protection should be followed as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE accredited school or international equivalent.
• A minimum of three years of post-MSW social work practice experience.
• Experience in social work field education or as a social work field instructor or task supervisor.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from diverse backgrounds, including diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience organizing and facilitating in-person and online training programs.
• Demonstrated skills in communication, problem solving, risk management, collaboration, planning, administration, and organization
• Record of institutional and/or community service.
• Leadership experience in promoting cultural awareness and diversity.
• Demonstrated understanding of relationship between the academic environment and agency practice.