Practicum Education Program Coordinator

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Practicum Education Program Coordinator to enhance student success in social work practicum experiences. This role involves training students and supervisors, providing academic advising, and managing practicum placements using an online system. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's in Social Work and relevant licensure, coupled with strong communication skills and a commitment to ethical standards. Join a collaborative environment that values professional development and student achievement.

Qualifications

• MSW degree required; LMSW license preferred.
• Two years of post-MSW clinical experience mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Set up practicum sites and maintain online management system.
• Prepare and support students during practicum placements.

Skills

MSW degree

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Clinical social work experience

Workshop preparation and presentation

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented data management

Education

MSW degree from a CSWE accredited institution

Tools

Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Online data management systems

Job description

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The School of Social Work at the University of Iowa invites applications for a Practicum Education Program Coordinator (Education Support Services Specialist/Paygrade 4A). This position works under the direction of the Practicum Education Director to support student success when preparing for, entering, and completing social work practicum at the bachelor’s and master’s levels. Involved in this position are training practicum students and supervisors, providing practicum and academic advising, extensively using an online practicum management system, and serving as a practicum instructor and liaison to practicum sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new practicum sites and student placements in the online practicum management system; maintain system information by requesting information updates from users.
• Prepare students to enter practicum, assist students in securing appropriate practicum placements and provide support during practicum.
• Provide practicum supervision for sites without a qualified practicum supervisor.
• Support and lead workshops and trainings for practicum instructors and other practicum stakeholders – including practicum orientation and CEU workshops on clinical social work topics.
• Student academic advising, including using academic systems such as MAUI.
  
  
  

For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to [e-mail].

Education Required

• MSW degree from a CSWE accredited institution.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Current license at the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) level or comparable.
• Two years post-MSW clinical social work experience minimum.
• Prior experience as a practicum instructor.
• Knowledge of and commitment to National Association of Social Work (NASW) Code of Ethics and the Council of Social Work Education’s (CSWE) standards and competencies is essential.
• Working experience and knowledge of Office Suite (Word, EXCEL, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability and/or experience using online data management systems.
• Detail-oriented, particularly in projects related to data entry and data management.
• Experience preparing and presenting workshops and presentations in person and/or virtually.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Services standards.
  
  
  

Desirable Qualifications

• Current license at Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) level or comparable is desired.
• 4 or more semesters as a practicum instructor.
  
  
  

Position and Application Details

For additional job details and to apply please visit https://jobs.uiowa.edu/ and access requisition #25003088.

Pay level 4A

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  
  
  

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.

For additional questions, please contact: [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Educ Supp Svcs Specialist
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus
  
  
  

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A
  
  
  

Contact Information

• Organization: College of Liberal Arts
• Contact Name: Alejandra Romano-McClain
• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Higher Education

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