Masters of Social Work Extended Program Practicum Liaison (Temporary)

California State University - East Bay; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 75,456 - 164,238; Full time

Job summary

California State University - East Bay is seeking a 12-month Lecturer for the MSW Extended Program Practicum Liaison. The role involves coordinating practicum education, supervising students, and maintaining placement networks within the social work field.

The position is full-time, temporary through June 30, 2027, with potential extension and responsibilities spanning teaching, advising, and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program.
• At least two years of full-time post-master’s social work experience.
• Demonstrated teaching, mentoring, and community service that supports diversity and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach, advise, and provide service at multiple levels (departmental, college, university, and community).
• Develop and maintain practicum placements with agency supervisors.
• Coordinate practicum education for the Extended MSW program and ensure CSWE standards compliance.
• Plan and deliver in-person, hybrid, and/or fully online courses.

Skills

Teaching

Student mentoring

Curriculum development

Education

Master of Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

FACULTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY FULL-TIME, TEMPORARY, 12-MONTH LECTURER MASTERS OF SOCIAL WORK EXTENDED PROGRAM PRACTICUM LIAISON

The Practicum Liaison is a twelve‑month, full‑time appointment reporting to the Practicum Director.

Duties of the Position

• Work with agency supervisors to maintain and develop practicum placements within the social work community.
• Manage and supervise students conducting practicum work for all MSW students.
• Coordinate and integrate practicum education for the Extended MSW program, ensuring compliance with CSWE standards.
• Develop and implement a continuous, comprehensive practicum education program evaluation plan.
• Recruit qualified agencies for student placements.
• Jointly administer practicum‑related issues with coordinators of funding programs such as Title IV‑E and CalSWEC II grants.
• Assist with the maintenance of files on practicum agency agreements and letters of understanding.
• Participate, when necessary, in resolving problems occurring in placements.
• Update and maintain the program practicum manual.
• Develop and update practicum seminar syllabi.
• Plan and implement training seminars for agency practicum instructors.
• Attend faculty meetings and other relevant departmental or university meetings.
• Interface with the social service community and surrounding universities to maintain and build the practicum education program.
• Provide teaching, advising, and service at the departmental, college, university, and community levels.
• Prepare to teach in‑person, hybrid, and/or fully online courses.

Rank and Salary

The salary schedule for the Lecturer – 12‑month classification is as follows:

• Lecturer – 12 MONTH (Range 2): $6,288 – $7,658
• Lecturer – 12 MONTH (Range 3): $7,127 – $15,211
• Lecturer – 12 MONTH (Range 4): $7,830 – $16,697
• Lecturer – 12 MONTH (Range 5): $9,883 – $17,490

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.

Appointment Dates

This is a temporary, full‑time, grant‑funded position through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of reappointment or extension.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE‑accredited institution.
• At least two years of full‑time post‑master’s social work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, mentoring, and community service that supports diversity and excellence.

Conditions of Employment

California State University, East Bay hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All employment offers are contingent upon presentation of documents proving identity and eligibility, completion of a background check, and compliance with state and federal laws. Background checks include criminal records, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, and professional references.

EEO Statement

CSUEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or disability. All programs and activities are open to all without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected status. Our commitment to equal opportunity includes compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, and other applicable state and federal anti‑discrimination laws. Cal State East Bay prohibits all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.