Whittier College and its Department of Social Work seeks a Director of Field Education with the rank of Lecturer. The successful candidate will provide the program and College with expertise in developing and administering the Field Education Program while also teaching and advising in the department.
The Whittier College Social Work Program. The Department of Social Work offers a baccalaureate degree accredited by the Council on Social Work Education Commission on Accreditation. The program attracts students of all backgrounds who are highly successful in advanced standing MSW programs and in professional practice. More than 90% of our students are admitted into advanced standing programs, graduate programs in other disciplines, or employed upon completion of their baccalaureate degree. The department works closely with approximately 40-50 majors, including 10 – 15 senior field placement students per year.
Teaching is distributed over fall and spring semesters. The Field Director will teach field practicum seminars, micro practice classes, and content that fits program needs and the lecturer’s expertise. The Director of Field Education must be an excellent teacher, dedicated advisor to undergraduate students, contribute with service to the College, and participate in the program’s CSWE reaffirmation of accreditation process. The Director of Field Education receives a 25% reduction teaching load to account for the administrative load associated with the position and teaches 18 units per year. (This will be for 9 units in the spring).
*All positions are subject a background check and final approval by the VPAA and Dean of Faculty. If successful, the interim candidate may be renewed (or reinvented to apply) for the field director position for 2022-23.
The Social Work Director of Field Education will have completed an MSW in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program and have extensive field experience. Candidates who have current California LCSW credentials are preferred, but not required. The candidate should demonstrate skills necessary for developing and sustaining field placements, supporting student readiness for field, ongoing monitoring of student progress, orientation and training of Field Educators. Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have a demonstrated ability to use instructional and/or assessment technologies.
Complete applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applicants should submit their materials online through Interfolio, including the following:
Whittier College shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
