Assistant Professor of Social Work/Social Work Field Director
POSITION SUMMARY:
This Bluffton University faculty position will be appointed by the vice president
and dean of academic affairs. The position combines teaching and administrative work.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MSW degree from an accredited social work program and a minimum of two years of practice
experience required. PhD, DSW, or ABD preferred. Should have or be eligible for Ohio’s
practice license at the Licensed Independent Social Worker level. Demonstrates effective
teaching skills and practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
A faculty teaching load is 23-25 credits hours with a quarter time release to administer
BSW field placements. Faculty members are generally on nine-month work agreements
that run from two weeks before classes begin in August through the day grades are
due in May. Occasional meetings may be needed during the summer.
Courses likely to be taught (in addition to others when needed or that match the candidate’s
interests and expertise):
SWK 120: Introduction to Social Work
SWK 240: Interviewing Skills and Theory
SWK 264: Human Behavior in the Social Environment
SWK 301: Practice with Individuals and Families
SWK 302: Practice with Groups
SWK 401: Field Placement
SWK 404: Field Seminar
Coordinate field work including site visits with students during their field placements.
Skill/Abilities:
Proficient with Microsoft Office; proficiency in or ability to learn Bluffton’s learning
management system software (Moodle).
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Applications are considered complete when the following materials are received at
the office indicated below:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Completed Bluffton employment application
Review of applications will begin immediately in order to fill this position as soon as possible.
Send application materials to:
hr@bluffton.edu