Instructor, Social Work

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person social work courses within the BSW program, typically four 3-credit hour courses per semester
• Provide high-quality undergraduate instruction using evidence-based practices
• Advise students and participate in departmental, college, and university service
• Mentor students and support their professional development in the field of social work
• Contribute to an environment of inclusive excellence through teaching and collaborative activities

Requirements

• MSW from a CSWE-accredited program (or a CASWE-accredited degree recognized through an MOU with CSWE)
• At least two years of post-MSW degree practice experience in social work
• Experience teaching or training in social work or a related field, including college-level instruction or community-based teaching/supervision
• Ability to teach core courses including Interviewing Skills, Power/Oppression, Generalist Practice, Social Policy, and Internship

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and experience facilitating experiential and community-engaged learning (e.g., migration, displacement, social/economic/environmental justice, or community health)
• Specialized expertise in a specific practice area such as Public Health, Mental Health, Policy Practice, or Gerontology
• Familiarity with Portland-area human services and community-based organizations

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Sick and vacation time consistent with University policies
• Flexible spending account benefits
• Tuition remission benefits (subject to employment duration requirements)
• Retirement contributions (subject to employment duration requirements)

About the Company

The University of Portland is a Catholic (Holy Cross) institution located in Portland, Oregon. We are a primarily undergraduate institution dedicated to developing students as whole people by engaging their heads, hearts, and hands. Our Dorothy Day Social Work Program is continuously accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and is committed to advancing inclusive excellence and the dignity of all people.