Human Services Academic Specialist

We are seeking a Human Services Academic Specialist who will be under the direction of the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. This is a twelve-month (12) position. In addition to teaching, the Human Services Academic Specialist provides support to students during their field placements at local agencies. This position is based on a thirty-five (35) hour work week.

Example of Duties:

• Teach up to 12 hours per week during the semester and intersessions, including day and evening classes.

• Execute administrative tasks and programs as assigned by the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

• Assist in certifying students for fieldwork, evaluating current field sites, and establishing new field sites.

• Recruit and mentor students through the field application process, placing students at appropriate sites.

• Conduct field visits, monitor, and contribute to assessment of student performance.

• Travel locally to meet with students and agency representatives at field sites, with some evenings and weekends required.

• Assist in training and supervision of field liaisons.

• Participate in curriculum development, course planning and program assessment projects.

• Utilize research-based data to engage in activities that promote student retention and successful program completion.

• Attend professional development activities.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.

Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW) required.

• New Jersey Social Work certification (CSW) or licensure (LSW) preferred.

• One year teaching experience in higher education.

• One year administrative experience in higher education.

• One year experience as a fieldwork liaison in higher education.

• Two years of program, policy, or management experience in a social work or related field.

• Sensitivity and commitment to working with a diverse student population.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and computer skills required.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Blackboard LMS modern technology and its use in the classroom.

The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.