Missouri State University

School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences

Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work Programs

Position Title: School Director (Tenured, Associate or Full Professor)

Background

Missouri State University and the faculty of the School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences invite applications and nominations for the position of School Director. The Director is a key member of the leadership team of the McQueary College of Health and Human Services. The College consists of 5 major academic units, including the School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences.

The School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences consists of programs in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work offering bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Social Work, master’s degrees in Counseling, Psychology, and Social Work, a Doctor of Psychology Degree, and several certificates. Our programs are accredited through CACREP and CSWE, and the PsyD is seeking accreditation from APA. Teaching and clinical experiences are delivered by 45 full-time faculty and many part-time faculty. Explore our School at https://www.missouristate.edu/SMHBS/default.htm.

Responsibilities

The School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences seeks a candidate with expertise in counseling, psychology, or social work who can lead the School and facilitate school operations, initiatives, community outreach, fundraising and marketing. The Director will serve as an advocate for the School with the Dean, university administration, and external constituents. The Director will collaborate with other Academic Unit Leaders to engage in strategic planning, facilitate interprofessional collaboration, support accreditation processes and program evaluation, advocate for equitable distribution of resources and oversee budgets. The Director will collaborate with colleagues in the unit to recruit and retain faculty, staff, and students.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a discipline within the School of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences
• Credentials for appointment to Associate or Full Professor level, which includes a strong record of teaching, service, and scholarship
• Experience with academic strategic planning, curricula planning, and program assessment
• Documented success with recruitment, mentoring, development, and evaluation of faculty, staff, and students
• Experience with budget and resource management
• Experience obtaining and/or maintaining accreditation for academic programs
• Demonstrated interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to lead a team toward goal achievement
• Experience working with multiple constituencies and a record of building effective interprofessional collaborations
• Ability to lead through democratic team building and promote cohesiveness and a culture that values diverse views and perspectives
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective strategies for creating an inclusive environment with faculty, staff, and students
  

Salary and Benefits

Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits available include health, vision, life, and dental insurance, and a retirement plan. Employees are entitled to a tuition waiver of up to 15 credits/year, which may be assigned to their dependents and/or spouse.

Requested Start Date: July 1, 2025

Application Materials, Contact, and Application Deadline 

Screening of applications will begin on November 11, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested individuals should apply online at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/. Application documents to be submitted online are:

1. A cover letter
2. A curriculum vitae, including names and contact information of at least three references
3. A statement of leadership philosophy
   

Graduate transcripts will be required at the time of hire.

Location and Environment:

Missouri State University is a selective-admissions, multi-campus metropolitan university system that celebrated 100 years of excellence in teaching, research, and service. As the second largest university in the state, Missouri State University is home to more than 26,000 students. The University offers 96 undergraduate with 178 options, 89 Master’s options, and 8 Doctoral programs within their 6 academic colleges and a Graduate College. The University is strongly committed to faculty development through internal grants programs, summer fellowships, sabbaticals, and the availability of a Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.

The main campus of Missouri State University is in Springfield, known as the gateway to the beautiful Ozarks. The city of Springfield has many attractions while still maintaining the feel of a safe community with a strong family focus. The city has been rated by Employment Review as one of the “Top Ten of America’s Best Places to Live and Work.” As a vibrant metropolitan area of 450,000 people, Springfield offers advantages in low cost of living, superior health care access, excellent public schools, and a wide range of entertainment, recreational, and cultural opportunities. https://www.liveinspringfieldmo.com/ https://www.missouristate.edu/about/springfield-ozarks.htm

Additional Information:

See https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/77400 for full description of position and to apply online. Missouri State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/minority/female/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity employer and institution. We encourage applications from all interested minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and sexual orientation/gender identity.

Employment will require a criminal background check at University Expense. Questions may be directed to Dr. Julie Masterson, Search Chair at JulieMasterson@MissouriState.edu ; Phone: 417-836-5335.

Human Services Clinician II

Department of Human Services

Salary Range: $83,096.00 - $128,793.60

Annually

Announcement No: XXXX Closing Date: 10/17/2024

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Reasonable Accommodation upon Request

Work Location: 2100 Washington Blvd. 4 th floor, Arlington VA 22204

POSITION INFORMATION

Arlington County Department of Human Services (DHS) Aging and

Disability Services Division (ADSD) is hiring a Human Services Clinician to serve in one of the Division's primary client services' entry points. This position will be part of the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) which links older adults and individuals with disabilities to services and resources with the goal of enhancing their quality of life, independence, and

well-being.

The ADRC is part of the Agency on Aging in the Community Supports and Coordination Bureau (CSCB), a dynamic and innovative team of professionals. CSCB provides comprehensive wrap around supportive

services helping older and vulnerable adults and their caregivers to maintain the highest level of independence and quality of life in their community of choice. CSCB also oversees multiple contracted services and

monitors trends, legislation and policy impacting older adults.

ADSD is part of an integrated model, connecting clients to human services programs including: adult protective services, adult social services, home- based nursing case management, in-home services support vendors, home

care agencies, senior adult mental health, and volunteer guardianship programs. The population served is culturally and ethnically diverse.

Specific duties include:

Conducting intake interviews to determine potential need for

resources and services;

Performing comprehensive assessments using a strengths framework in an integrated context that promotes

safety, independence, dignity and wellbeing of customers seeking

services;

Partnering with customers and families to provide short term case management, developing service plans and ensuring follow-up to reduce risks and enhance ability to live independently;

Securing appropriate funding and payment authorizations for

services and assisting in completing financial eligibility

paperwork for DHS and related programs, including applications for benefits and emergency financial requests;

Maintaining electronic case records in compliance with applicable clinical and regulatory requirements;

Providing outreach, support and consultation to team, internal DHS and external community partners; and

Advocating on behalf of customers through emergency

services/crisis intervention as needed.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Minimum:

Master's Degree in Human Services, Counseling, Psychology, or other directly related clinical discipline, all of which required a

practicum prior to graduation involving diagnostic, treatment, and case management services; plus

Two (2) years of post-Master's degree experience providing

professional clinical human services, which included the application of diagnostic, treatment, and case management services.

Substitution: A directly related higher level clinical degree may substitute for the Master's degree education requirement and one year of professional

clinical social work experience gained after the Master’s degree was awarded.

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following experiences and or licensure:

Virginia licensed or license-eligible in a clinical discipline such as social work, professional counselor or other;

Assessing clients' eligibility for public benefit programs;

Providing services to older adults, persons with disabilities, and their

families;

Working with individuals from diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds;

and/or

Bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, or Vietnamese.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A background check may be conducted on all candidates who are finalists for the position. It may include checks of the following: criminal record,

driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit check and may require signing a release authorizing the County to obtain this information.

The position will require travel around Arlington County. Applicant must possess, or obtain by the time the appointment a valid Driver's license from

the applicant's place of resident or be willing to use alternative modes of transportation. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of

the application process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications

will not be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Some telework may be available contingent upon work load and supervisor approval.

#LI-Hybrid

Human Services Clinician II Supplemental Questionnaire

1. Check the box that describes your education background:

a. I possess a Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or other directly

related clinical discipline

b. I am substituting with a directly related higher level clinical degrees may substitute for

the Master's Degree education requirement and 1 year of experience

c. None of the above

2. A clinical practicum involving diagnostic, treatment, and case management services is required.

Please provide the following information:

Date(s) of practicum (MM/YY - MM/YY)

Place of practicum

General Responsibilities of practicum

3. Check the box that best describes your post-Master's degree experience providing

professional clinical human services, which included the application of diagnostic,

treatment, and case management services.

a. Less than 1 year

b. 1 but less than 2 years

c. 2 years or more

d. None

4. Do you have a current valid Driver's license?

a. Yes

b. No

5. Check each box that indicates experience you possess:

a. Assessing clients' eligibility for public benefit programs

b. Providing services to persons with disabilities, seniors, and their families

c. Working with individuals from diverse cultural/ethnic backgrounds

d. Bilingual in Spanish, Arabic, Amharic, or Vietnamese

6. Please list any Virginia licenses in a clinical discipline such as social work, professional counselor

or other that you possess or are eligible for.

7. Please provide a cover letter addressing how your education, experience and training

meets the requirements under selection criteria highlighting your accomplishments in

these areas. Please use the space provided in the supplemental questions section of

the online application for your cover letter or attach a cover letter to your online

application.

Posted 10/6/2024

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is actively hiring full-time and part-time Clinicians across multiple Westchester County, NY locations. Whether your passion lies in specialized or general clinical practice, we have opportunities for you to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Why Choose WJCS?

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid and flexible work schedules, summer Fridays, and access to tuition and childcare reimbursement programs.
• Professional Development: Grow with us through free CEU courses, an LMSW Exam Study Group, leadership training, and specialized education in therapeutic approaches like DBT.
• Supportive Environment: Join a trauma-informed agency that values your ideas and lived experiences.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in every aspect of our work.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy excellent benefits, even as a part-time employee (21+ hours per week).

Ready to Make a Difference?
Visit wjcs.com/careers or email Recruiting@wjcs.com to learn more and apply!

Posted: 9/13/2024

USF College of Behavioral & Community Sciences

For information and applications please email Dr. Alison Salloum at asalloum@usf.edu 

Position Description

The person filling this position is expected to provide vision, leadership, and administrative direction to the

School of Social Work. The Director is expected to serve as a facilitator for faculty research, scholarship,

teaching excellence, and service to the community and to the profession. The Director is further expected

to advocate for the University, community, and professional organization support for the school, to pursue

development opportunities, and to work collaboratively with other disciplines and programs within the

College and the University. The Director is expected to foster continued dedication to faculty and students

and support inclusion and equity in teaching and learning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Academic experience working in a CSWE accredited school of social work and an MSW and
• doctorate in social work/social welfare or in a related field
• An established record of research/scholarship and demonstrated teaching excellence
• commensurate with appointment at the rank of Professor
• A successful record of securing and administering grants and contracts
• Previous post-doctoral academic appointment in a school of social work with substantial academic
• administrative experience in a leadership position at the BSW, MSW and/or doctoral program level
• Commitment to shared faculty governance

Preferred Qualifications

• A demonstrated record of effective leadership in social work and/or social welfare
• A demonstrated record of effective faculty mentoring and faculty development
• A demonstrated record of leadership positions in professional organizations
• Accomplishment in a specific field of practice as demonstrated by a record of scholarship
• and service
• A federally funded program of research
• A commitment to interdisciplinary research and teaching
• A demonstrated record of community involvement highlighting societal impact and collaboration
• with external partners
• Leadership experience in social work education at the doctoral level
• Recent experience with CWSE accreditation requirements
• Eligible to be licensed in the state of Florida

For information and applications please email Dr. Alison Salloum at asalloum@usf.edu

Posted: 9/12/2024

USF College of Behavioral & Community Sciences

The University of South Florida, School of Social Work invites applications for 1 Assistant Professor of Instruction and/or Assistant Instructor (non-tenure track) for the Tampa campus. The position is set to begin December 20, 2024. The position is dedicated to providing instruction in the BSW and MSW programs and contributing to the service needs in the School. Preference will be given to applicants who have the ability to teach across the curriculum and also have a strong clinical background. Term of appointment shall be 12 months continual appointment subject to annual evaluations. Salary is commensurate with experience. Position is open until filled with first review of applications October 2, 2024. USF Social Work faculty members contribute to the mission of the College of Behavioral and Community Sciences by preparing professional social workers to engage in Evidence Based social work practice and lifelong engagement in advocacy and social justice.

Please see the following website for additional information about the School of Social Work and our commitment to diversity and social justice: http://socialwork.cbcs.usf.edu/.

Minimum Qualifications:

MSW from a CSWE accredited School of Social Work

• Two years of full-time or the equivalent of part-time post-graduate social work practiceexperience
  
• Teaching and/or training experience in social work education

Preferred Qualifications:

•Administrative experience in social work education and/or leadership in a human service agency

•Experience in creating and developing community partnerships

•Evaluation experience consistent with CSWE accreditation standards

•Online or classroom teaching experience in social work education

•Supervisory experience with students or staff

•State licensure in any state

•Ph.D. in Social Work or related area or DSW

Please reach out to Elizabeth Correia - eccorreia@usf.edu

Posted: 9/12/2024

Pay Range:$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly

To Apply:

https://multco.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Multco_Jobs/job/Portland-OR/Early-Childhood-Mental-Health-Consultant---KSA-Latino-e-Spanish-PLUS--1500-Hiring-Incentive_R-15693

The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

This position is 32 hours per week and has summer-leave. The Early Childhood (EC) Mental Health Consultant - KSA Latino/e/Spanish provides culturally and trauma responsive preventative mental health consultation services to Albina Head Start, Albina Home Visitors, and Portland Public School Head Start administrators, staff, and the families receiving their services for the purpose of improving adult provider and caregivers' capacities to promote the healthy social emotional development of children in their care, especially Latino/e and Spanish-speaking children and families.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): Latino/e cultural KSA requires the understanding of cultural/racial/ethnic factors, including systemic disadvantage; acculturation, intergenerational immigrant family challenges and protective factors, effects of trauma during immigration, war, separation from family/primary supports, detention, generational trauma, and any factors related to non-dominant culture affecting mental health/substance abuse and treatment. This would be demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values and customs of the community being served as well as the ability to identify specific examples of experience working directly with individuals and families who identify with the Latino/e and Spanish-speaking community. (Language testing will be required)

***As a newly hired Mental Health Consultant, you will receive a one-time New Hire Recruitment and Retention Incentive payment of $1,500 on your first paycheck. The incentive will be prorated based on the position's FTE status.***

As the EC Mental Health Consultant - KSA Latino/e/Spanish, duties will include:

Mental Health Consultation and Collaboration

• Provides culturally and trauma responsive preventative mental health consultation services to Albina Head Start, Albina Home Visitors, and Portland Public School Head Start administrators, staff, and the families receiving their services for the purpose of improving adult provider and caregivers' capacities to promote the healthy social emotional development of children in their care.
• Serves all staff, children, and families and additionally provides culturally responsive support to Latino/e and Spanish-speaking staff, children, and families.
• This involves conducting formal observations, consultation, and support plans for children in the classroom, conducting mental health screenings of young children referred by the agency staff, building classroom and program-wide capacity for equitable and trauma and culturally responsive Pyramid Model implementation, and specific outreach and engagement with Latino/e and Spanish-speaking children, families and care providers, who may have cultural or other barriers to mental health services.
• Routinely uses Spanish speaking skills when communicating with Spanish-speaking Head Start staff and families.
• Additionally, coordinates with community agencies, natural support systems, churches, etc. to increase awareness of and access to positive mental health development for Latino/e and Spanish-speaking children and families.
• Requires use of personal vehicle to travel to assigned sites and home and community visits.

Mental Health Services

• Provides mental health services (can include triage, screening, case management, or crisis intervention for individuals, groups, families, caregivers, etc.) to young children and their caregivers, for prevention of mental health, emotional, social, and familial difficulties.
• This involves conducting observations, developing social emotional support plans, and providing ongoing consultation for the childcare/educational, and/or home environments; and assisting in finding and referring to housing, food, medical, dental, and mental health resources.
• Understands early childhood mental health and development and cultural, racial and ethnic factors, including systemic advantage or disadvantage; acculturation, intergenerational immigrant family challenges and protective factors, effects of trauma during immigration, war, separation from family and/or primary supports, detention, refugee camps, etc.; generational trauma, and any factors related to non-dominant culture affecting mental health and treatment.

Clinical Documentation and Training

• Initiates and maintains clinical record keeping on individual prevention clients, to comply with legal, medical, mental health Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) compliance, and programmatic standards for clinical care documentation, using computer and related equipment.
• Completes administrative data collection to record quantitative information about service delivery, for compliance with program, department, county, and contractor data requirements, using computer and related equipment.
• Participates in individual and group supervision with the program supervisor or lead for the purpose of reviewing clinical cases; administrative meetings; and department sponsored training with other Mental Health Consultants (MHCs) and Behavioral Health Division (BHD) administration.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website. 

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust and Belonging: ​Multnomah County is committed to developing, nurturing and continually improving workforce equity by identifying and addressing the structural and policy barriers to equal employment opportunity faced by our employees and communities. County employees across the organization have stepped forward to develop a strategic plan and help create a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. Learn more by reading our Workforce Equity Strategic Plan and exploring our Core Competencies for all County employees

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Must have a Masters degree and must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional - R (QMHP-R) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). Please visit the MHACBO website to confirm your eligibility to apply. This position requires a QMHP-R within 30 days of hire and/or licensed Board of Oregon (LPC, LCSW, CSWA, PhD, etc.) AND

• Masters degree in psychology or
• Masters degree in social work or counseling or
• Masters degree in a behavioral science field

Other:

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): This position requires the ability to read, write and speak in Spanish and English languages, and have knowledge of and experience with the Latino/e community and culture. (Language testing will be required)
• A driver’s license is required.
• This position requires a Background Investigation, which may include being fingerprinted.

Preferred Qualifications/ Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/ transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.

• Appropriate Oregon Licensing Board LCSW, LCP, Clinical Psychologist (preferred)
• Screening and/or Investigator experience in an adult and/or child protective services program.
• Knowledge of challenges and barriers faced by those with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and the systems they encounter in Residential Services, Adult Protective Services and Crisis Services.
• Lead with race through actions and advocacy with internal programs, with community partners and across departments throughout the county.
• Demonstrate the ability to flex style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
• Respect and appreciation for ethnic and cultural diversity.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships to achieve positive work outcomes.
• Ability to maintain a safe and healthful workplace.
• High degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING & EVALUATION:

REQUIRED:

The Application Packet: You must submit ALL requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND

2. Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following:

• Demonstrate your experience working with diverse and marginalized populations; and
• How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certifications; and
• Why you are interested in the position; AND

3. Attach a copy of your QMHP-R Certification and/or Oregon Licensure if applicable.

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/interviews
• Background, reference, and education checks
• Language testing

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This represented position is eligible for overtime

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-exempt

Note: The eligible list created from this recruitment may be used to fill regular, full or part time, temporary, and limited duration assignments.

Salary/Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Serving the Public, Even During Disasters: Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Health Department employee you will create a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community. Every employee shares the responsibility for promptly bringing to the County's attention conduct that interferes with providing a work environment free of illegal discrimination and harassment.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:Caitrin Thomaselli

Email:caitrin.thomaselli@multco.us

Phone:+1 (971) 4218257

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:6365 - Mental Health Consultant

Posted: 9/12/2024

Salary: $54,100.00 - $62,200.00

To Apply: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/252420/program-manager-prevention-education-and-mens-engagement

Job Summary

Department Summary

SAPAC addresses sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, and sexual and gender-based harassment on campus in a multitude of ways. We offer prevention education for students, confidential support for survivors (students, faculty, and staff), and partnerships with other offices to offer training, programs, and innovative community engagement strategies that strive to collectively create a campus free from violence.

Job Summary

The Program Manager for Prevention Education: Men's Engagement serves on SAPAC's Prevention Education team and is responsible for the leadership and development of The Michigan Men program as well as other prevention programming that encompasses the socialization of gender, social justice, harm reduction and wellness promotion. The position involves program and curriculum development; supervision of student staff and peer educators; ongoing facilitation training for peer educators; ongoing student leadership development efforts; partnering with units engaged in overlapping and intersecting work; evaluating programs for effectiveness; outreach and recruitment efforts and managing the overall infrastructure for Michigan Men. This position also supports SAPAC's prevention education efforts through presentations, training, and workshop facilitation.

Responsibilities

Oversee SAPAC Sponsored Student Organization: Michigan Men (30%)

• Oversee approximately 15 student volunteers and 2 student staff members
• Assist with SAPAC's anti-racism efforts in creating spaces that are accessible, welcoming, affirming, and inclusive, with a focus on mattering and belonging in student-led spaces
• Assist in developing curriculum and programming that is culturally informed and centers the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences of the students we serve
• Research emerging and relevant pedagogy around sexual misconduct prevention, peer education, student development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and incorporate concepts into programming content
• Ensure curriculum alignment with other sexual misconduct prevention programs at SAPAC and across the institution; institutional guidelines and policies; State and Federal policies; and best practices
• Oversee the development of student-facilitated workshops that encompass healthy masculinity, well-being, social justice and harm reduction
• Oversee peer education requests for Michigan Men and ensure collaboration with relevant partners
• Provide individual support, guidance, and referrals as needed for Michigan Men student staff and volunteers
• Oversee attendance tracking and mandatory requirements of volunteers
• Support annual Sponsored Student Organization (SSO) re-registration processes including SSO agreement and Constitution renewal process and Authorized Signer identification
• Oversee the ongoing evaluation of Michigan Men educational programming in partnership with the Assessment Liaison within SAPAC
• Develop and manage program assessment and evaluation mechanisms to improve and enhance the workshops and create reports that highlight program impact
• Oversee communications related to Michigan Men
• Manage budgets for Michigan Men programming
• Support volunteer training efforts of Michigan Men under the direction of the Assistant Director for Prevention Education and Student Engagement
• Assist with student recognition and appreciation events

Student Staff Leadership Development and Supervision (30%)

• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise Co-coordinators for Michigan Men
• Meet weekly with co-coordinators for supervision, mentorship, and program oversight
• Coordinate annual co-coord evaluation
• Track student staff hours and approve student staff timesheets (with support from the Admin Assistant)
• Lead annual recruitment and hiring processes for new student co-coordinators
• Support execution of SAPAC-wide Leadership Development Initiatives under the direction of the Assistant Director for Prevention Education and Student Engagement
• Co-facilitate weekly student co-coordinator meetings focused on leadership development and program management with the Program Manager for Prevention Education: Undergraduate Engagement
• Implement programming with a focus on identity development, leadership skill building, and program management techniques
• Guide student co-coordinators in the development of a Mportfolio project that displays their philosophy statement, experience showcase, and future testimonial
• Develop curriculum and support execution of Annual Student Staff Retreat under the direction of Assistant Director for Prevention Education and Student Engagement

Community Engagement, Consultation and Partnership Building (25%)

• Build, innovate and maintain new relationships with internal and external partners (on and off campus) to expand the reach of the Michigan Men program.
• Create and facilitate workshops upon request, focused on healthy masculinity and engaging men in sexual misconduct prevention work through a primary, secondary and tertiary prevention model.
• Serve as the SAPAC lead and facilitator for Impact trainings, a collaboration with the Dean of Student's Office and other Student Life offices on sexual violence prevention, hazing prevention, and alcohol and other drug misuse prevention. This program is for Athletics, Fraternity and Sorority Life, ROTC and the Michigan Marching Band.
• Serve as a SAPAC lead and facilitator for the Science-based Treatment, Accountability and Risk Reduction for Sexual Assault (STARRSA) program in partnership with the Office for Student Conflict Resolution (OSCR). The STARRSA program's target population is the "emerging adult" undergraduate student who has violated university policies regarding sexual misconduct. This program is a 1:1 program with a student and a trained facilitator, that is completed by modules over 8-20 weeks.
• Serve as a Circle facilitator in support of SAPAC's Community Engagement program in providing circle-based interventions for students, student organizations, and other groups as necessary.

Additional Areas of Responsibility (10%)

• Attend weekly meetings with the SAPAC staff.
• Attend weekly prevention team meetings.
• Attend regular individual meetings with direct supervisor and additional team meetings as necessary.
• Support overarching development of SAPAC & PEAR (Prevention, Education, Assistance and Resources) Strategic Plan by coordinating intersecting prevention efforts per the Assistant Director
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Assist with general SAPAC special events and programs as needed.
• Represent SAPAC at University wide events and programs as needed.
• Participate in Divisional committees and initiatives such as the MLEAD Action Team, the Wellbeing Collective, etc
• Other duties as assigned.

SAPAC 24/7 Support Line (5%)

• Serve in the staff rotation of the 24/7 SAPAC Support Line
• Make appropriate documentation for each outreach or call
• Manage the connection between client and ongoing support in SAPAC

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, public health, education, student affairs, or related field
• 1+ years experience working in sexual violence prevention education, social work, public health, education, student affairs, youth development, or related field through a professional role or as part of graduate or volunteer work
• 1+ years experience working in healthy masculinity; socialization of gender; gender studies or gender identity work
• 1+ years experience working through lenses of social justice, cultural competence, intersection of identities, and empowerment of historically marginalized and underserved populations through a professional role or as part of graduate or volunteer work
• 1+ years experience with program planning and/or project management through a professional role or as part of graduate or volunteer work
• 1+ years experience with student supervision and/or peer education through a professional role or as part of graduate or volunteer work
• Knowledge/experience in public health, health promotion, social change models/principles, and/or student development theories/practice
• Knowledge associated with the design and delivery of prevention and training programs
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Additional Information

Position Criteria:

• Effective interpersonal and organizational skills, including project management and time management skills
• Effective communication skills; ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Effective public speaking and presentation and facilitation skills
• Effective conflict resolution strategies, in particular, working from a restorative framework and approach
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks autonomously and efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and exercise sound decision-making
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a diverse environment of colleagues and students representing diverse populations (e.g. nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ability, class, and other social identities)
• Ability to give and receive feedback with a framework that takes identity, power dynamics, and SAPAC's values into account
• Ability to establish evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a diverse environment
• Self-motivated, reliable, responsible individual able to take direction and work independently
• Ability to set expectations and achieve results while contributing to the harmony of the team
• Strong project management skills associated with both the development and delivery of programs and services
• Demonstrated history of mature professional judgment
• Ability to anticipate and identify concerns or problems, determine options for actions, and initiate creative and timely solutions and responses
• Demonstrated experience providing culturally relevant prevention programs for communities that have been historically under-served and underrepresented
• Demonstrated experience integrating theories of intersectionality and cultural relevance in prevention programming
• Demonstrated experience working towards building a culture that actively seeks to engage in cultural humility, social justice accountability, and equitable support of all community members
• Experience cultivating collaborative relationships with a wide array of constituents in order to accomplish goals

Working conditions

• Must have a flexible work schedule; some evenings and weekends.

Financial/Budgetary Responsibility

• Responsibility and oversight for a budget of approximately $3,000

Direct Reports

• Supervise approximately 2-4 undergraduate student and graduate student staff, including MSW or Higher Education Masters student Interns.

Selected candidates whose start date is after 4/1/2024 or before 8/31/2024 will not be eligible for the university FY 24-25 salary/merit plan unless otherwise notified.

This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

Relocation will not be offered for this position.

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Posted 8/12/2024

University of Missouri-Kansas City

School of Education, Social Work & Psychological Sciences

Social Work MSW Program

Tenure Track Assistant Professor

To Apply: www.umkc.edu/jobs

The University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) is the largest comprehensive, fully accredited

university in the Kansas City area. As one of four universities of the University of Missouri

system, it offers traditional and interdisciplinary programs and is designated as a high research

activity university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Few urban

universities have the depth and breadth of disciplines (ranging from medicine to the performing

arts) offered at UMKC.

To recast the institution’s investment strategy and academic landscape, UMKC recently launched

the newly designed School of Education, Social Work, and Psychological Sciences as part of its

UMKC Forward initiative. The School prepares educators, educational leaders, mental health

and human service providers, and researchers that engage in critical thinking, uphold ethical standards, empower communities, and embrace continuous learning and growth. Through excellent teaching, world-class research, and meaningful and deep engagement

in and with the community, we will change the educational, mental health, and well-being

landscape of Kansas City and beyond. With over 16,000 alumni, the school openly welcomes

and supports all people who possess a broad range of backgrounds, life experiences, interests,

and aspirations.

The UMKC MSW program has been CSWE-accredited for over 20 years and has a graduate

student body of approximately 90 per year. Its curriculum focuses upon advanced generalist

social work practice in an urban environment and develops:

• Theory-based assessment of human behavior in diverse social environments;
• Multidisciplinary agency and community engagement skills;
• Program evaluation and applied research methods; and
• Measurable means for effective engagement with diverse populations to achieve social and economic justice, enhance wellbeing, and empower individual capacity.

Job Description

The University of Missouri-Kansas City’s School of Education, Social Work and Psychological

Sciences invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track faculty position beginning in

the 2025-2026 academic year at the rank of Assistant Professor in its MSW program.

Candidates should be committed to exemplary teaching and high-quality funded research that

produces impactful publications. Candidates versed in the selection and implementation of

evidence-based practices with diverse populations in various settings, and experienced in social

change, policy, and community development practice with marginalized communities are

encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will balance a manageable workload of teaching, research/scholarship,

and service while embracing our commitment to becoming a model urban, professional school

that is recognized for partnership with diverse communities to effectively foster a safe, more

economically secure, and socially just quality of life. Teaching responsibilities may include

evening, weekend, and online courses. The position includes generous benefits, comparable

salary, start-up funding, and university support for teaching and research innovation and success.

Qualifications

Candidates must have an earned doctorate or be nearing dissertation completion in Social Work

or a related social science discipline, and a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-

accredited program with preference for two years of fulltime post-MSW practice experience.

Candidates will be evaluated on university teaching experience.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications, experience and evidence of success in

externally funded research. This is a 9-month, benefit-eligible, full-time (1.0) faculty

appointment eligible for tenure promotion. This tenure-track faculty position begins Fall

Semester 2025. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.

UMKC provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Our academic workloads and schedules promote a positive work/life balance.

Application Materials

For consideration, you must apply online at www.umkc.edu/jobs, click in Academic Positions,

Job Opening ID ______.

Materials include:

1. Cover letter elaborating interest in the position, including a

a. separate statement of research interest

b. separate statement of teaching philosophy and style.

2. Curriculum vitae.

3. Copy of Transcript from a CSWE accredited Master of Social Work Program and

doctorate degrees earned. (An official copy of any MSW and PhD degrees will be

requested by human resources prior to conferring employment).

4. Copy of any professional social work license held (if have such, license not required).

5. Full contact information for four professional references.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload

as your resume attachments. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any

special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email

umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including

the Job Identification number ______ and name of the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment

process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action

at (816) 235-1323.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the

prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared

with all faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Application review will begin upon receipt with vetting completed in October 2024, campus

visits in November 2024 and offer extended in December 2024.

Why UMKC?

A City on the Rise - Big City Life, Midwestern Charm: Kansas City offers the best of both

worlds —a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The University is located in a

Kansas City metropolitan area that is among the most entrepreneurial cities in America with a

population of more than 2.4 million and a diverse portfolio of industries and businesses. Home to

a diverse base of corporate centers, high-tech firms and prominent non-profits, Kansas City is an

inspiring example of 21st century economic transformation.

The city’s rich history and modern-day, innovative thinking are reflected in an eclectic group of

neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. With thriving arts districts, an energetic

downtown nightlife, casual and upscale shopping, and champion sports teams, you will have no

problem making yourself at home.

Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous

barbecue. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not

lacking in flavor. UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled within the heart of Kansas City.

Volker Campus is just minutes from the famous Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping and

restaurants for lunch or after-work socializing. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries,

the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Medical Center and

Children’s Mercy Hospital.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the

University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans,

retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional

information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success.

Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and

innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these

values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and

shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their

demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race,

color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity,

gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by

applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not

limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions

and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call

Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

Posted 8/8/2024

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenure Information: Tenure Track

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5486842

Department Summary:

The School of Social Work at Bridgewater State University (BSU ) has experienced dynamic growth and invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track teaching positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning September 2025. The School of Social Work houses a BSW program and an MSW program. Our BSW and MSW programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE ) and enrollment totals approximately 550 students. According to US News & World Report, the School of Social Work is ranked in the top 100 Schools of Social Work at number 83. The School of Social Work (SSW ) at Bridgewater State University is part of a cohesive campus community that provides professional opportunities for faculty advancement in teaching and scholarship and a clear path to tenure. Funding for faculty scholarship is available through the Center for the Advancement of Research and Scholarship as well as the Office of Teaching and Learning. There is also a significant institutional commitment to undergraduate research and international engagement.

The SSW is committed to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion among its faculty, staff and students, and to strengthening a justice-informed identity as identified in our strategic plan. This emphasis is reflected throughout the University’s curricular and co-curricular activities. The School of Social Work is a teaching institution and faculty and field staff members are committed to their critical role in successfully graduating our students. The University values scholarship and other ways in which faculty express their professional contributions and accomplishments. This flexibility sustains the need for faculty excellence, while also recognizing the diversity of talents and interests of our faculty as they move up the tenure ladder. We welcome faculty teaching in field education seminars, especially for those with current or recent past practice experience.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our https://www.bridgew.edu/bsuvalues, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.

Bridgewater State University is equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties:

Teaching responsibilities will be in the undergraduate and/or graduate social work programs. Primary course responsibilities may include: human behavior and the social environment; the dynamics of diversity and oppression; practice with individuals, families or groups; and field seminar. Teaching assignments will depend on the expertise of the candidate and programmatic needs. A commitment to working with non-traditional students will require evening and some weekend teaching. Additional responsibilities include student advising, curriculum/program development and assessment, and collaboration on school, college, and university-wide committees. In addition, faculty are encouraged to contribute to leadership within the school as opportunities become available.

We are considering the future directions of the School of Social Work and hope to recruit faculty with experience in varied delivery models (online, Hybrid, Hyflex) to complement our on-campus teaching. We also welcome faculty innovation in teaching that includes use of simulation and other pilots/inclusion of ways to assist our student learning.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and advising and to working with a diverse student body. Candidates whose teaching, research, and advising is informed by equity minded practices and a social justice lens are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should have the ability to work collaboratively and use technology effectively in teaching and learning. Applicants must demonstrate evidence of scholarly activity and a commitment to public higher education.

Required Qualifications:

- Earned doctorate in social work or a closely related field completed and awarded by September 1, 2025.

- A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, social justice and community engagement, as demonstrated by current research, practice or teaching.

- Research, practice or teaching in one or more of the following areas: substance use disorders, child and family, mental health, behavioral/physical health care or trauma.

- Master of social work degree from a CSWE accredited program.

- At least two years of post-MSW practice experience in one or more of the following areas: substance use and misuse; child welfare; mental health; behavioral/physical health care; or trauma.

- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to local agencies to supervise student field placements

Preferred Qualifications:

- Previous experience teaching social work in a CSWE accredited program. - Teaching experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels - Engagement in well-defined ongoing research and scholarly activities - Demonstrated record of, or potential for, effective teaching in a variety of instructional formats (e.g., face-to-face, hybrid, online) - Eligibility for licensure at the LICSW level in Massachusetts.

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

Posting Number: F00508P

Open Date: 07/31/2024

Close Date: 10/15/2024

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:

• A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.

• CV

• Cover Letter

• Teaching Statement

• Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidate’s past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the university’s efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates’ application materials.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5486842

Bridgewater State University (BSU ) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.

Posted: 8/5/24