Masters of Social Work Program - Field Education Coordinator

George Fox University announces a non-tenure faculty position in the Masters of Social Work Program, to begin in August 2021. The Field Education Coordinator will teach and engage in ongoing social work service to the professional community consistent with University expectations.

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from individuals who can help us achieve our diversity goals.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach field related courses
• Develop and implement field education policies and procedures;
• Forge partnerships with organizations to establish field internships;
• Work to connect the theoretical and conceptual contribution of the classroom with the practical world of the practice setting by maintaining relationships with field supervisors and field liaisons;
• Maintain relevant data and produce written reports when necessary;
• Model respect for diversity and difference in the engagement of community partnerships;
• Foster the implementation of evidence-informed practice by working collaboratively with other professionals in the community to solidify field placements;
• Provide support to agencies and MSW students throughout their placement
• Utilize Tevera field placement software in the process of field placements and ongoing coordination of field activities.
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff in the College of Social Work to accomplish the program's mission, goals, and objectives.

Qualifications

• An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program is required and an earned doctorate in social work, social welfare or closely related field
• Two or more years of post-MSW social work practice experience;
• Experience in social work field education and field supervision in a CSWE-accredited program;
• Two years full time teaching in a university setting with at least one year served as Field Director is preferred; evidence of teaching excellence is preferred
• Teaching experience in the core courses for social work at both the BSW and MSW level;
• Eligibility for clinical social work licensure preferred;
• Physical ability to travel the area to investigate and supervise field practicum placements.
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, professors agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
• Candidates must have legal authority to permanently work in the U.S. When employed by George Fox University, employees must be a resident of one of the following states: Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, New York, Ohio, or Texas.

Salary and Rank

Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Faith and learning essay*
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Concise description of research plans

Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at once. Review of applications will begin ASAP and continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be directed to: sadams@georgefox.edu

*INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)

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