Practicum Education Specialist

Position Information

About Fordham

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Title of Position Practicum Education Specialist Position Number A11185 FLSA Exempt Scheduled Hours Per Week 35 Department School Of Social Service Campus Lincoln Center, Westchester Work Arrangement Onsite Hybrid Policy: Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy. Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Practicum Education, this position identifies, prepares and coordinates Practicum Education agency placements for social work students. The Practicum Education Specialist advises and supports students throughout the placement process and supports effective Practicum Education operations.

The position requires periodic travel and occasional evening and weekend work.

Essential Functions

Identifies and develops new Practicum Education agency partners.

Collaborate with Senior Practicum Specialists to review student practicum applications.

Educates students about Practicum Education policies, procedures, and expectations.

Advises and support students and agency partners throughout the Practicum Education placement process.

Educates agency representatives and Practicum Instructors about Practicum policies, procedures, and expectations.

Maintains accurate and up-to-date documentation, student and agency records.

Ensures the accuracy and integrity of student records within University systems in strict accordance with FERPA regulations to support operational effectiveness.

Participates in student and agency evaluation processes.

Models and fosters respect for diversity, equality, and inclusion in all relationships, communications, and operations.

Develops effective communication with stakeholders.

Assists in the development and implementation of Practicum and GSS events (eg, orientation, training, graduation).

Participates in GSS, Practicum Department, and team meetings.

Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others. Additional Functions Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

MSW degree from a CSWE-accredited social work program.

Minimum of two years post-MSW professional experience.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Integrity, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making.

Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time management skills.

Strong interpersonal and relational skills.

Excellent professional written and oral communication skills.

Ability to function independently and as part of a team.

Ability to maintain condentiality.

Technical prociency with commonly used software applications such as Excel, Microsoft Word, and Google.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with higher education-specic systems (e.g., Banner, Slate, Qualtrics, OnBase).

Familiarity with the metro NY area and surrounding counties' provider/agency systems.

Minimum Starting Salary $70,000 Maximum Starting Salary $75,000 Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Is this a Union position? No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number A1104P Number of Vacancies 3 Positions Available (A11185, A11180, A09280) Start Date ASAP Posting Date 07/27/2026 Special Instructions EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Physical Activity

Sitting Often Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Often Hearing, Listening, Talking Often Standing Seldom Walking Seldom Running Not Required Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Not Required Climbing stairs Not Required Climbing ladders Not Required Reaching overhead Not Required Pulling, pushing Not Required Shoveling Not Required Lifting - up to 20 pounds Not Required Lifting - up to 50 pounds Not Required Lifting - over 50 pounds Not Required

Work Environment

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.