SOCIAL WORK - Prog Dir UG/Faculty-Social Work

Job Classification

  Faculty Administrative

Position summary

The School of Social Work at 老司机传媒 is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Social Work beginning July 1, 2025. Interest in BSW Program Director position is highly desirable. Teaching areas may include Introduction to Social Work, Social Welfare, Foundations of Practice, and Social Policy.  Background in clinical settings is desirable.  Other responsibilities include academic advising, recruiting and service to the department, University, and the surrounding community. Diverse applicants are encouraged to apply.

 

Qualifications summary

Requires an MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program, with a preference for a PhD or equivalent, a minimum of 5 years of post-master’s social work practice experience.  Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and interest in research are also very desirable.  Applicant is expected to be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church. 

 


Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Duties and responsibilities

• Promote the mission of the University, College of Arts & Sciences, and the School of Social Work


• Carry regular faculty responsibilities related to teaching, service, and research.


• Work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.


• Prepare course materials, deliver lectures, administer and grade student assignments/examinations, particularly in areas relating to foundation clinical practice, social policy, and social welfare. 


• PREFERRED: Director of BSW Program, which includes program coordination, recruiting, and general student support in matriculation through BSW program; includes 25% teaching load reduction.


• Conduct student advising and mentoring, primarily with undergraduate students.


• Visit local agencies to provide internship oversight for students as a Faculty Liaison.


• Conduct research and present and publish research findings in peer reviewed forums.


• Serve on department and university committees as assigned by Department Chairperson.


• Participate in curriculum development and assessment.


• Arrange accommodations for students with special needs based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).


• Attend Department, School and University faculty meetings and committees as scheduled.


• Evening and weekend hours may be required.

Supervisory responsibilities

Oversight of the BSW Degree program, including assisting faculty who teach BSW-level classes with necessary supports and oversight

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program.


• Minimum of 5 years of post-master’s social work practice experience.


• Experience as a department- or program-level administrator is highly desirable.


• PhD, DSW, or equivalent degree or significant progress toward advanced degree is highly desirable.


• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness and interest in research are highly desirable.


• Skills in communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and basic counseling.


• Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. 


• Applicant is expected to be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church in good and regular standing. 

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Technical competencies

• Current knowledge and experience in the use of information and computer applications, such as word processing, statistical analysis tools, spreadsheets, or proven ability to learn these skills.


• Ability to utilize different methods and media in delivering course materials.


• Ability to effectively use online classroom management systems.

Interpersonal interactions

• Demonstrates a genuine love and commitment for 老司机传媒 and its quality social work programs.


• Demonstrates a commitment to SDA values and a Christian perspective. 


• Demonstrates self-confidence, warmth and a positive attitude with a welcoming personality.


• Enjoys working with people individually and in groups, from different backgrounds and beliefs.

Physical demands

• Physical demands of this job are in keeping with being a faculty member in an educational institution.


• Be able and available to travel by personal vehicle or commercial transportation for distant assignments.


• Be able to be away from home for two or more days at one time.


• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work environment

• Office space, lecture hall, university library, various on-campus conference rooms, occasional off-campus agency sites, and work and storage areas.