Social Work Practicum: Community Programs & Field Learning

University of Pikeville, Inc.; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pikeville is offering a Community Service Social Work Practicum for undergraduates within the CNHS Social Work division. The role provides client-centered services under supervision and supports program development across agency activities.

Start date is 8/25/2026. Responsibilities include data collection, survey work, group facilitation, and policy development support. Typical schedule is 13–15 hours weekly at community locations, with varying hours.

Qualifications

• Admission to Social Work Program and Field Education Component as outlined in the Handbook.
• Demonstrates attention to detail, active listening, public speaking, and written/verbal communication.
• Customer focused with willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff in delivering services across individual, family, group, and community levels.
• Apply the Planned Change Process and strengths-based approaches to meet identified needs and goals.
• Plan and complete activities across the practicum learning contract competency areas.
• Support surveys, program development, data gathering, and resource development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Career Development

Critical Thinking

Community Transformation

Leadership

Technology

Education

Social Work Program admission

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Canva

Sonia Field Tracking Software

Job description

University of Pikeville is offering a Community Service Social Work Practicum for undergraduates within the CNHS Social Work division. The role provides client-centered services under supervision and supports program development across agency activities.

Start date is 8/25/2026. Responsibilities include data collection, survey work, group facilitation, and policy development support. Typical schedule is 13–15 hours weekly at community locations, with varying hours.