In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.
Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.
Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member
You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.
Our Values
Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Field Education Director State Job Title: Associate Director Department: Social Work Job Code: HA6300 FLSA Status: Exempt Funding: 7107-0029 Bargaining Unit: APA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Timeframe: 52 weeks Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Supervision Received: Reports directly to Social Work Department Chair. Supervision Exercised: Supervises Assistant Field Education Directors (3.5), and a full-time Graduate Assistant. Salary: $72,000.00 to $77,000.00 Annually (salary commensurate with education and experience)
General Statement of Duties:
Oversees all educational and administrative aspects of the Social Work Department's Field Education Program for both BSW and MSW Programs at Westfield, and the fully online MSW Program.
Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to: Essential:
Program Administration and Management
Oversees all educational and administrative aspects of the Social Work Department's Field Education Program for both BSW and MSW Programs in Westfield and the fully online MSW Program.
Serves on the administrative leadership team for the department to maintain cohesion and consistency across competency attainment and fulfill CSWE program standards.
Oversee the development and implementation of pedagogy, policies and procedures related to field education and the department of social work.
Develop, maintain, and deliver signature authority of affiliation agreements with all community partners and field agencies.
Participate in the Social Work Department Committee, MSW Program Committee, & Continuing Education Committee.
Collaborate and communicate with administration, faculty, staff, students, and community relative to field education.
Maintain and expand print and web presence related to field education.
Develop, oversee, and maintain web-based field education documentation system.
Staffing/Supervision
Oversee all supervisory functions within the Field Education Program, including the hiring, training, supervision and evaluation of employees (currently 3.5) and graduate/undergraduate work study students. Conduct annual evaluations for professional staff according to University schedule.
Provide training, supervision and evaluation of all staff in the Social Work Field Education Program.
Implement professional development opportunities for staff to increase expertise and cross-training.
Accreditation Standards Management and Reporting
Oversee all aspects of the assessment plan for field-based social work competencies.
Spearhead field-related initiatives to develop, retrieve, record and report data on outcomes of field education.
Gather and analyze the outcome data in the Internship Placement Tracking (IPT) software.
Utilize Rapid Cycle Quality Improvement to maintain fidelity in the measure.
Manage the reporting, dissemination and utilization of information related to field education.
Prepare fact sheets and annual reports.
Respond to requests for data in a timely fashion.
Community Partner Engagement
Develop, oversee, and maintain community partnerships and field practicum sites.
Consult and collaborate with all levels of community partner leadership in areas related to field curriculum, partnership initiatives, and workforce development.
Serve as a consultant and social work department representative for internal and community stakeholders related to all aspects of field education.
Chair the Field Education Advisory Board.
Field Supervisor and Faculty Liaison Training
Oversee the development and implementation for a Seminar in Field Instruction Certificate Course for field supervisors.
Oversee the development and implementation of the lead for the field practicum courses for BSW, MSW Foundation, and MSW Advanced Field courses.
Oversee the development and implementation of training to all field practicum instructors (faculty field liaisons).
Assure all community partner field supervisors are prepared and supported for their work with students, each other, and the social work programs.
Grant Related Duties
Oversee the development and maintenance of community partnerships and integrated behavioral health field practicum sites.
Coordinate the application process, selection, and placement of fellows for the HRSA grant.
Serve on the IBHC Team and IBHC Advisory Board.
Provide field data related to grant deliverables.
Serves in a consultative role, community partner liaison, and direct development as appropriate, on additional grants that include a field related component.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Master's Degree and license in Social Work.
Previous supervisory experience related to social work education is required (i.e. supervision of social work students, adjunct teaching, etc.).
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and technology skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous field placement coordination experience.
Strong skills in mediation and collaboration.
Knowledge of area social service agencies.
Experience in program development and management.
Additional Information:
Salary:
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage .
Employee Benefits:
Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.
Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage .
Disability Accommodations
Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions:
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for three references *
Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree
* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected.
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