Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Social Work

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement contributions

Wellness program

Paid leave

Family tuition waivers

Credit union membership

Warrior Code commitment

Job summary

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania invites applications for a faculty position in the Social Work program. The candidate will teach in an accredited CSWE program, provide foundation courses and field education, and contribute to student competencies.

The role emphasizes scholarly activity, service, and culturally responsive pedagogy. The successful applicant will collaborate with colleagues to ensure accreditation standards are met and will hold a state social work license.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW with MSW from a CSWE accredited program and 2+ years post-MS W practice experience.
• Prior teaching experience in a CSWE-accredited social work program.
• Expertise in evidence-based social work practice and ongoing scholarly work.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the accredited Social Work Program and contribute to field education opportunities.
• Develop programming with department colleagues to meet accreditation standards.
• Engage in scholarly activity and maintain a research agenda.
• Contribute to the university culture through service and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Skills

Scholarly research

Evidence-based practice

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Ph.D./DSW with MSW from CSWE Accredited Program

Job description

ESU's Department of Sociology, Social Work and Criminal Justice offers several programs of study including a BA in Sociology, a BS in Social Work, which is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), and a BS in Criminal Justice. The successful candidate would teach in the accredited Social Work Program, which offers a comprehensive foundation of courses and field education opportunities for students to attain the CSWE competencies to prepare students for competent generalist social work practice upon graduation.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Social Work or a DSW along with an MSW from a CSWE Accredited Program and 2-years post MSW practice experience within at least one social work field of practice, prior teaching experience in a CSWE accredited social work program, expertise in evidence-based social work practice, and evidence of ongoing scholarly work are required. The successful candidate is also expected to maintain a scholarly research agenda as well as make contributions to the culture of the University through service activities and culturally responsive pedagogy.

The position also requires working with other department faculty in developing programming activities and events, and with other social work program faculty in maintaining compliance with program accreditation standards. Additionally, holding a state social work practice license is required.The ability to work with diverse populations is also required.

What We Offer:

• Outstandingbenefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave
• Family Tuition waivers:Every full-time employee will receive a full tuition waiver for all ESU courses for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children.Every full-time employee will receive 50% tuition waiver at all PASSHE universities for themselves, spouse/domestic partner, and children.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code:
  • Accountable for One's Actions
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal
  • Committed to Self-Growth
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others

Employment Eligibility & University Commitment

Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud that ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm