Assistant Field Education Director
About Westfield State University:
In 1839, Horace Mann founded Westfield State University as the first public higher education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. Westfield State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination, equal opportunity, diversity and affirmative action. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and other protected persons, or individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds.
Westfield State is the most residential of the state universities in Massachusetts, with over 60% of our 5600 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Northampton and Amherst, and 1.5 hours from both Boston and Albany.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Assistant Field Education Director
State Job Title: Staff Assistant
Department: Social Work
Job Code: HA5600
FLSA Status: Exempt
Funding: 7115-0100
Bargaining Unit: APA
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Timeframe: 52 weeks
Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Received: The Assistant Field Education Director receives general supervision from the Field Education Director.
Supervision Exercised: None.
Salary: $50,000-$59,000 (To commensurate with education and experience)
General Statement of Duties: As a member of the field education team, the Assistant Field Education Director will develop and maintain field sites which include rural/underserved areas, and integrated behavioral health/primary care settings. The Assistant Director will also support the field placement work and related activities of the Interdisciplinary Behavioral Health Collaboration (IBHC) Project and the Worcester, MA, Master of Social Work Program.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but not limited to:
Essential:
- Work with the Field Education Director in developing and maintaining field sites which include rural/underserved areas and in integrated behavioral health/primary care settings.
- Aid in the field placement application process for BSW & MSW students as assigned.
- Place assigned BSW & MSW students in appropriate field sites.
- Participate in the field education portion of student orientations, including for HRSA grant recipients as assigned.
- Participate as a staff member in the annual field instructor orientation training, including co-facilitation as requested.
- Maintain the information contained in the department's web-based field documentation system and provide assistance to students, field instructors, and faculty as needed.
- Monitor assigned field placements and communicate with the Field Education Director regarding any potential disruptions.
- Provide assistance to the Field Education Director in the development of field-related policies and procedures.
- Serve as a member of the Field Advisory Committee and the Department Committee.
- As assigned, serve as a member of IBHC Advisory Committee, BSW Committee, MSW Committee, and other department committees.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
- Master's in Social Work degree and possess a MA license to practice social work (or be license eligible in MA), and have minimum of 2 years post master's experience.
- Strong interpersonal, writing, organizational, computer skills, and a valid driver's license.
- Previous experience with coordination of field placements and knowledge of area social services organizations.
Additional Information:
Salary:
For the majority of new employees, the minimum starting salary will apply. Specific salary for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining and state policies and procedures.
State job specifications for this position may be found at the department of higher education website: http://www.mass.edu/foremployees/classificationspecs/classspecs-pers.asp
Disability Accommodations:
Westfield State University understands that persons with disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance regarding disability accommodations, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (413) 572-8106.
Background Check:
Employment at Westfield State University is contingent upon a background check that is satisfactory to the University. Failure to provide written authorization for a background check will nullify the offer of employment.
Application Instructions:
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Contact information for three references *
- Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree
* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.
Covid-19 Requirements:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to complete an initial series of COVID vaccination (2 doses of Pfizer/Moderna or 1 dose of J&J) prior to coming to campus. Initial booster doses are strongly encouraged for everyone who is eligible. New employees will be required to provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources prior to onboarding. Employees who require a medical or religious exemption should email Tina Bones, Benefits Manager in Human Resources, at lbones@westfield.ma.edu.
Westfield State University
Westfield, MA