COORDINATOR OF FIELD INSTRUCTION (SOCIAL WORK)

• Field Site Management • Identify, establish, and maintain relationships with community agencies that provide valuable field learning opportunities. • Develop, oversee, and maintain field placement affiliation agreements in compliance with university and accreditation standards. • Liaison and Communication • Serve as the primary point of contact between the university, students, supervisors, and field sites. • Foster collaborative relationships with community partners, agency supervisors, and liaisons to ensure productive and supportive learning environments. • Host the annual agency career fair for students, providing opportunities to connect with potential field placement sites. • Education and Orientation • Conduct orientation and training sessions for field supervisors and liaisons. • Provide orientation sessions for students regarding policies, expectations, and learning outcomes. • Teach field instruction and seminar courses, as well as additional assigned courses, during the fall and spring semesters. • Evaluation and Troubleshooting • Monitor student progress and performance in field placements. • Address issues or challenges that arise during placements in collaboration with supervisors and students. • Participate in evaluating field experiences and assigning final grades. • Curriculum and Accreditation Support • Collaborate with the Chair of the Department of Human Services on curriculum development, departmental policies, and reaffirmation of accreditation. • Contribute to recruitment initiatives to strengthen the social work program.