Field Education Coordinator for Social Work Practicum (On Campus)

UT Tyler; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at San Antonio is seeking a Field Coordinator in the College for Health, Community and Policy, Social Work to lead field education, outreach, and program development for BSW/MSW practicum components.

You will recruit and manage field instructors, coordinate student placement, and contribute to curriculum and policy development while teaching at least two courses per semester as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program.
• Social Work licensure in Texas or eligibility for licensure in Texas.
• Two (2) years of related work experience.
• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, develops, monitors, and evaluates field instructors and practicum sites.
• Responds to inquiries regarding field education from students, liaisons, faculty, administration, field instructors, and community.
• Develops, maintains, and recruits resources for social work field education practicum sites.
• Coordinates the process of matching students to agencies while providing ongoing negotiation and problem resolution as needed.
• Participates in determination of student readiness for entry into field education.
• Participate in development and implementation of orientation and training for students, field instructors, liaisons, and/or faculty.
• Participates in the development and implementation of field instruction policies, procedures, and systems for smooth operation of field program.

Skills

Communication

Planning and Reporting

Compliance

Time Management

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program

Job description

The University of Texas at San Antonio is seeking a Field Coordinator in the College for Health, Community and Policy, Social Work to lead field education, outreach, and program development for BSW/MSW practicum components.

You will recruit and manage field instructors, coordinate student placement, and contribute to curriculum and policy development while teaching at least two courses per semester as needed.