WS - Social Work Practicum - FWS

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

Community Service Social Work Practicum

Division: CNHS Department: Social Work

Job Code: FWSSWCOMSRVPRC Experience: Intermediate

Supervisor of Student Employee(s): Shawna Kelly-Blair

Requested Start Date: 8/25/2026

Serve as an undergraduate social work practicum student at an approved practicum agency, providing client-centered services with appropriate supervision and support, and assisting agency staff with the development and implementation of programs, services, projects, and events.

Responsibilities And Career Competencies

• Assist staff members and supervisors in meeting the mission and goals of the practicum agency through the provision of individual, family, group, organization, and community services and programs, as appropriate - C, TW, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T
• Utilize the Planned Change Process, strengths-based approach, and other relevant theories, processes, and models to assist individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities meet identified needs and goals - C, TW, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T
• Establish, initiate, implement, plan, and complete activities under the 9 competency areas outlined in the practicum learning contract that allow students to showcase and demonstrate appropriate professional behaviors - C, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T
• Contribute to individual and group projects that benefit the practicum site, such as creating/distributing surveys; developing and implementing appropriate groups/programs; gathering and analyzing data; creating social media calendars/posts; assisting with resource development; assisting with policy changes, development, and implementation; assisting with internal development; and meeting training and educational needs - C, TW, P, CT, CTR, L, T
• Follow the NASW Code of Ethics and agency policy and procedures, including, but not limited to, confidentiality, privacy, conflict of interest, and social media policies - C, P, CSD, CT, CTR, L, T
• Utilize appropriate supervision and consultation and seek active feedback from supervisors - C, TW, P, CSD, CT, T

Competencies/Skills: Communication (C), Teamwork (TW), Professionalism (P), Career & Self Development (CSD), Critical Thinking (CT), Community Transformation (CTR), Leadership (L), Technology (T)

Experience: Admission to the Social Work Program and Admission to the Field Education Component of the Social Work Program as outlined in the Social Work Program Field Education Handbook.

Computer Skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, Social Media & Technology, Sonia Field Tracking Software

Other Skills: Attention to detail, Strong active listening abilities, Public speaking, Written and Verbal Communication, Customer focused, Willingness to learn new things

Work Schedule: Monday through Sunday (hours vary).

Work Conditions: Heat, Cold, and Light Intensity

Physical Demands: Keyboarding, Reaching/Handling,

Number of Positions: 1 - 11

Pay Rate: $9.75/hour

Location: Community – Locations vary.

Additional Comments: Students will work approximately 13-15 hours per week.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students