Assistant Professor, Social Work

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Field Director for the Social Work program, managing student field applications and placements.
• Identify and secure appropriate field sites for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Provide orientation and ongoing support for students and field instructors.
• Maintain continuous communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Evaluate the field program to ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness.
• Teach at least one course per semester.
• Model the University Mission through dedicated performance and respectful collaboration.

Requirements

• MSW from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-MSW professional experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to advancing the Department’s goals regarding diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Social Work license.
• Previous experience in higher education and classroom teaching.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

About the Company

Lewis University is a Catholic and Lasallian higher education institution dedicated to service excellence and academic rigor. We foster a community of respectful collaboration and are committed to providing high-quality education that prepares students for meaningful professional lives.