Assistant Director of Practicum and Professional Education

Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Assistant Director of Practicum and Professional Education in the School of Social Work. The Assistant Director will provide assistance and support to the Director of Practicum and Professional Education in the placement of undergraduate and graduate social work students in internships.  In addition, they will also assist in ensuring high-quality practicum placements and support professional education program. This position will remain open until filled.

The School of Social Work is built around the ideals of advancing human rights and social justice. Ranked as one of the top social work programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report, the school offers an undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a graduate Master of Social Work (MSW), both of which are nationally accredited and nationally recognized. In 2022, the school launched the Doctor of Social Work (DSW) in Human Rights Leadership to enable practicing social workers to distinguish themselves as leaders by championing human rights and acting as agents of change across local, national and global communities.

For more information about the School and its programs, please see its website: https://www.monmouth.edu/school-of-social-work/.  

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the Director of Practicum and Professional Education in the placement of undergraduate and graduate students for practicum throughout the academic year.
• Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and evaluation of continuing education workshops, certificate programs, lectures, and other professional development opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a social work alumni network in support of the practicum.
• Explore and implement new workshop models in electronic delivery and off-campus formats for professional education.
• Coordinate program logistics, including registration, participant communication, room or virtual platform arrangements, attendance documentation, evaluations, certificates, and presenter materials.
• Recruit and develop retention models for practicum supervisors through incentive programs, professional education and social networking media.
• Support in the coordination of the International Practicum Abroad program.
• Conduct evaluations and the development of new practicum sites.
• Maintain student placement records.
• Maintains inventory of necessary forms and documents for practicum education.
• Participate in various School committees.
• Participate in recruitment events for the school both on- and off-campus.
• Represent the Office of Practicum and Professional Education at university, community, state, and professional meetings and events.
• Collaborate with faculty, program directors, administrators, and university offices on student support, curriculum, accreditation, technology, contracts, risk management, and professional education initiatives.
• Help establish office timelines, procedures, communication plans, and systems for managing practicum and professional education responsibilities.
• Provide oversight and guidance to graduate assistants, student workers, or other support personnel as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s of Social Work degree from a CSWE accredited school.
• Experience or knowledge in clinical or macro social work.
• Experience in social work education.
• Eligible for social work licensure in New Jersey.
• High level of technology proficiency, including some experience with web design and social media.
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word and Excel 2016. 
• Serious commitment to developing genuine alumni relationships.
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and human rights.
• A commitment to excellence in Practicum Education.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• The ability to work evenings as needed.
• A valid driver’s license in your state of residence and have had no serious violations (Type A) within the past five (5) years and no more than three (3) moving violations (Type B) in the past three (3) years. University Policy found here: Monmouth University Vehicle Use Policy.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Must be able to treat confidential and sensitive information appropriately,

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of post-MSW social work experience.
• New Jersey Licensed Social Work (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) eligible.
• Experience in higher education or in social work education.

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:
Barbara Santos at bsantos@monmouth.edu or 732-263-5629

Note to Applicants:

Please keep in mind that a job posted as “Open until filled” may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage you to submit your application and all required documentation as quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted position. 

Working at Monmouth University perks:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan 
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Benefits
• Tuition Remission for employee upon hire
• Tuition Remission for spouse or civil-union partner and IRS dependent after one-year of full-time continuous employment
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability
• Employer sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA, Telehealth and more

To view a full list of benefits, visit our benefits page at: Employee Benefits Information | Human Resources | Monmouth University

Department:

School of Social Work

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time 12-month position, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening work.  

Total Weeks Per Year

52

Hours Per Week:

36.25

Expected Salary:

$73,000 - $78,000

Union:

N/A

Job Posting Close Date

Open until filled