About this opportunity
Utah-Valley-University lists this BSW Field Education Director opportunity in orem, Utah. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Utah Valley University is seeking a Director of BSW Field Education to provide leadership and direction for the clinical field education component of the Bachelor of Social Work program. This role offers an opportunity to shape meaningful field education experiences by developing and maintaining partnerships with agency field sites, supporting students as they apply professional social work knowledge and skills, and ensuring Field Practicum and Seminar courses align with CSWE educational standards and the evolving needs of the BSW program. The Director will also teach Field Practicum and Seminar courses, providing hands‑on mentorship that helps students develop the ability to practice social work intentionally, ethically, and with integrity. As the BSW program continues to grow, this position will play an important role in managing field education each semester and strengthening the connection between classroom learning and professional social work practice.
Provides oversight and direction to the Bachelor of Social Work field education program. Consults on field placement and student related problems, concerns, and grievances and ensures appropriate resolution. Monitors the implementation of field education policies and procedures in the BSW Program in accordance with the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) related to field education. Ensures that field education in the BSW Program adheres to certification and licensure requirements for Social Services Workers (SSWs) who will be practicing in Utah. Promotes, strengthens, and maintains strong working relationships with the professional community at practicum sites as well as the larger community.
Evaluate, regulate, and supervise field setting and field instructor effectiveness through field site visits to ensure compliance with CSWE accreditation requirements. Acts as a liaison between social work practitioners in the community and the BSW program director including assessing trends in social work practice within the community to recommend curriculum changes. Teaches Field and Seminar courses.
Assess and ensure students attain proficiency in CSWE prescribed competencies across all systems levels (individual, family groups, organizations, and communities) through observation, student reflections and assignments, interviews, and surveys of students and field instructors.
Manage documentation of compliance with all UVU and BSW program policies including internship agreement (in coordination with UVU Contracts officer), Agency Accreditation Compliance Agreement, Student Practicum Application, Field Placement Agreement, Timesheets, and Supervision documentation.
Plans, coordinates, and executes BSW field education trainings for students and field instructors, as well as BSW field placement events and Field Instructor trainings and conferences. Department meetings, working with BSW program director and overall BSW program faculty & staff, serving as part of the BSW admissions review committee, working with BSW director to update and maintain necessary documentation, assessment for CSWE accreditation and other job-related duties as assigned.
Supervises BSW Associate Field Director in all areas of Field Education including alignment with CSWE EPAS, facilitating site visits, student consultation, setting schedules, determining internal and external operating procedures, gathering assessment data, continuous improvement, and organizing agency and student data. Delegates duties as needed to Associate Field Director. Completes goal-setting and evaluations of Associate Field Director.
Master of Social Work from CSWE accredited program plus two years of experience directly related to the summary of duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supervising students in an agency setting.
Licenses or Certifications
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Knowledge
Social work models and theories of client engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation of practice
Social work practice settings in the Utah County region
NASW Code of Ethics
Council on Social Work Education accreditation standards relevant for field education
BSW curriculum
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Data Management
Professional social work practice
Conflict resolution
Abilities
Ability to develop and maintain excellent professional relationships.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to work proactively and cooperatively with the BSW program director.
Ability to interpret the university’s core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results) as they apply to student internships.
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Worksite address
orem, UT, 84058, US
Who can apply
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