Social Work Internship Program Lead

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Internship Coordinator to plan, develop, implement and assess the university's internship program within the School of Social Work. This role works under the Director of Internships to ensure high-quality learning experiences for students and aligns internship activities with program objectives.

The position involves coordinating with agencies, updating trainings and materials, and supporting students across different tracks including PEL and OMSW.

Qualifications

• Minimum education required: Masters degree in Social Work or related field with at least 3 years of student facing experience.
• Preferred qualifications: collaborative; strong organizational and communication skills; self-starter; PEL-School Social Work endorsement; Bilingual-Spanish

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement and assess the internship program under supervision of the Director of Internships.
• Develop internship opportunities with agencies offering high quality learning experiences for students.
• Collaborate with team to ensure communications are accessible, including forms and manuals.
• Serve as a member of the RISE team.
• Monitor student adherence to the SW Code of Ethics and program policies.
• Ensure internship information is accessible and updated for orientations and events.
• Support and place PEL-eligible schools/districts for OMSW students; coordinate with OBMSW Internship Coordinator.
• Collaborate with students needing Supportive Learning Plans and problem-solving.
• Communicate weekly with Academic Advisors on student issues.
• Meet regularly with Internship Team and Student Affairs Team; participate in committees.

Skills

Bilingual-Spanish

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Education

Masters degree in Social Work or related field

3 years of student facing experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Loyola University Chicago is seeking an Internship Coordinator to plan, develop, implement and assess the university's internship program within the School of Social Work. This role works under the Director of Internships to ensure high-quality learning experiences for students and aligns internship activities with program objectives.

The position involves coordinating with agencies, updating trainings and materials, and supporting students across different tracks including PEL and OMSW.