Job Description

Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach. We are guided by the work of our Reconciliation and Re-storying Steering Committee and Anti-Racism and Decolonization Spokescouncil, as well as the University of Waterloo’s Office of Indigenous Relations

Renison invites applications for a part-time, definite term contract position of Field Education Coordinator (20 hours per week) and the salary range is: $33,353.67 and $37,747,50 Per annum. This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website

The School of Social Work prepares social work practitioners through an accessible and inclusive curriculum, at both baccalaureate and master’s levels, in a learning environment that fosters caring and competent social work practice within regional, national and international contexts and embraces principles of justice, equality and respect for diversity.

Job Opportunity:

This role requires an individual to support the delivery of field education at the Master level in accordance with CASWE accreditation standards, university policies and guidelines. This individual will participate in the coordination of all aspects of the field placement process in the MSW program within the School of Social Work.

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Qualifications

Education:

• MSW degree
• Registration with OCSWSSW and OASW

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of social work practice, teaching, or administration in the field of Social Work.

Requirements/Skills:

• Professional, respectful and strongly demonstrates Social Work values and the CASW Code of Ethics
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to successfully work with both internal and external contacts
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, and a strong ability to analyze complex situations
• Ability to balance competing demands and manage priorities
• Highly detail oriented, with an aptitude for accuracy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and online learning tools
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Application Instructions

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially. Application materials should be addressed to Dr. Trish Van Katwyk and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio.

Please include a complete resume and a letter of application. Please provide the names of three potential referees, who will be contacted if your application moves forward.

References will be solicited at a later stage in the process as needed and with permission. Additionally, the successful candidate will be asked their consent to complete an educational and criminal records verification. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on December 8, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

This position is for an existing vacancy.