Field Education Coordinator Master of Social Work Program

Job description

Overview:

Quinnipiac University’s School of Health Sciences is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Department of Social Work as a Field Education Coordinator.

As Field Education Coordinator, you'll be instrumental in connecting MSW students with real-world practice opportunities.

You'll develop and maintain partnerships with community agencies, coordinate field placements, and ensure students receive quality supervision that bridges classroom theory with hands-on experience.

This role offers the unique opportunity to shape the next generation of social work professionals while contributing to community partnerships that make a lasting difference.

Our new online MSW program admit the first cohort of students in January 2025 and our enrollment is increasing.

This is a full-time, 12-month staff position, with a minimum of three days on-campus presence per week requirement, to support the growth of our online and on-ground MSW Program.
About the School/Program:

The School of Health Sciences is home to approximately 100 full-time faculty and professional staff and enrolls over 2120 students across over 20 graduate and undergraduate academic offerings.

The school is organized into 8 departments offering undergraduate majors in biomedical sciences, health sciences, radiologic sciences, medical microbiology & Immunology and diagnostic medical sonography and graduate majors in physician assistant studies, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social work, biomedical sciences, pathologists’ assistant and cardiovascular perfusion.

Our school provides excellence in education, scholarship, and community engagement with a mission grounded in our commitment to producing skilled and compassionate graduates, creating pioneering research, and partnering with our communities to advance the health and well-being of people and communities.

Through unique and distinctive academic programs, interdisciplinary collaboration, immersive learning experiences, and student-centeredness we empower students to deliver compassionate care, create innovation through research, and catalyze change in dynamic health fields.

Our emphasis on evidence-based medicine, critical thinking, and interprofessional skills equips our graduates to make impactful and inclusive contributions to their professions.

In all our endeavors, we are guided by a commitment to innovation, accountability, excellence, and social responsibility as we aspire to be a first-choice school of excellence and a global leader in fostering new knowledge, improving healthcare, and increasing health equity.
About Quinnipiac:

Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston.

The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles.

This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women’s rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women’s basketball team.

The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review’s “The Best 388 Colleges.” The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects.

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Responsibilities:


+ Assist with the development and implementation of field education experiences for online and on-ground Master of Social Work (MSW) students

+ Process applications for field education and coordinate placements for eligible MSW students

+ Support the development and maintenance of field placement sites for the MSW Program, including recruitment of qualified sites, field instructors and task supervisors

+ Maintain field education coordination records and status of student placement process

+ Work with the Director of Field Education and Associate Director of Online Field Education in facilitating orientations for students in the MSW Program

+ Participate in the Field Advisory and Community Outreach Committee of the Department of Social Work.

+ Coordinate with other Field Education Coordinators to prepare and disseminate the MSW field newsletter annually

+ Participate in MSW Program student recruitment events, including in graduate admissions activities, open houses and orientations

+ Complete other duties related to the MSW program as assigned by supervisor





Education Requirements:

• Must possess a master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program


Qualifications:

• Minimum two years of documented post-MSW practice experience

• Knowledge of CSWE accreditation standards and procedures

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


+ Post-MSW social work practice experience preferably be in the area of health and/or mental health

+ Experience in MSW field instruction or supervision

+ Commitment to contribute to inclusive excellence of the academic community

+ Member of a social work organization

+ Student advising experience in MSW program

+ Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume and a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements & demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

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