Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor
Primary Purpose and Essential Functions:
The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program at University of the
Pacific, School of Health Sciences. This position will report
directly to the MSW Program Director. invites applicants to apply
for a full-time, Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor position.
The MSW faculty at University of the Pacific is responsible for
providing all aspects of didactic and clinical education for the
Program as well as participate in cross-teaching activities within
the School of Health Sciences.
The MSW Program offers a specialized practice concentration in
health care social work, with opportunities for students to focus
further on health-related areas such as mental health and
aging.
The curriculum follows the competency-based education model of the
Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) and integrates
inter-professional and simulation lab training activities.
The accelerated hybrid program includes a sixteen (16) month
accelerated sequence for students with any bachelor's degree except
for social work and a twelve (12) month advanced standing option
for students with a bachelor's degree in social work.
Teaching is the primary focus of faculty at the University. We
aspire to promote student learning within a humanistic environment
such that students are competent and enthusiastic about providing
evidence-based and culturally sensitive patient-centered
care.
Scholarship and research are also valued at University of the
Pacific. The MSW Programs committed to contributing to a science of
social work through community-based, participatory, practice-based
and other forms of research that enhance knowledge of diversity,
the protection of human rights, and the pursuit of social,
economic, and environmental justice. The intent of research efforts
is not only to increase the discovery and dissemination of
knowledge, but also to focus on faculty and student scholarship as
part of the University's overall educational mission. The intent of
research efforts is not only to increase the discovery and
dissemination of knowledge, but also to focus on faculty and
student scholarship as part of the University's overall educational
mission.
- Provide instruction as assigned in areas of knowledge and
expertise.
- Be part of a highly motivated, cohesive faculty of experienced
educators working as an interdisciplinary team to deliver
comprehensive MSW curriculum preparing students to practice in a
variety of health care settings. work in collaboration with other
MSW faculty members within the program to provide expertise and
contribute to a collaborative working environment. In addition to
the traditional expectations for faculty members, the culture of
collaboration at the School of Health Sciences is especially
important.
- Classroom teaching, including participation in course
assignments in a team-teaching environment and guiding student
directed scholarly work.
- Instruction and facilitation in areas of knowledge and
expertise.
- Participation in curriculum development, academic advising and
career mentoring and CSE accreditation process, Participation in
department meetings, college and university committees, and state
and/or national organizations.
- Establish a personal program of scholarly activity.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Scholarship Expectation:
- One of the core values of the Program and the School of Health
Sciences is collaboration, which is defined as "partnering for the
common good." Collaborative research and other projects with
community organizations and public agencies, within the MSW
program, and with other health sciences or other programs in the
University will be encouraged.
Service Expectations:
- Service is expected to the Program, the University, the
community and the MSW profession.
- Contributions to the Program and the University might include
committee work or appointments to positions representing the
Program or University. It may also include other activities that
are of value to and promote pride in the Program and University,
such as participation in faculty development activities,
student-faculty functions, and in graduation and convocation
ceremonies.
- Professional service might include a range of activities not
subject to peer review, as well as service in professional
organizations at all levels.
General Workload Distribution:
- Workload varies by trimester but is assigned by the Program
Director in consultation with the faculty member. Emphasis is
placed balancing the academic requirements of teaching,
scholarship, and service over the course of each year.
- Specific workload and scheduling will be adjusted based on the
faculty member's, as well as the Program's needs. In addition to
scheduled assignments, professional activities outside the school
(e.g., presentations, community leadership) will be supported,
encouraged, and expected.
Promotion and Tenure & Annual Faculty Evaluations:
- This is a non-tenure track position. Initial academic rank of
assistant or associate clinical professor will be determined based
upon the individual's qualification and experience.
- Faculty members are assisted in assembling and maintaining a
dossier, which provides documentation of their activities and
accomplishments during their academic careers. This document is
valuable in planning and maintaining appropriate balance in
activities, but also is essential documentation for promotion
review by the University.
- Faculty members' activities and accomplishments in the areas of
teaching, scholarship, and service are evaluated yearly by the MSW
Program Director, with these evaluations being forwarded to the
Dean of the School of Health Sciences. Yearly evaluations may also
be used to determine merit salary increases.
- Other faculty members, both from within the School of Health
Sciences and from other departments, may be enlisted to assist in
mentoring junior faculty members in teaching and career
development. This mentoring activity can be highly beneficial for
both the mentor and the protege and is seen as a learning
experience for all involved.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and
inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and
employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that
demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways
socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality,
socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and
staff.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must hold a master's degree in social work from a program that
is accredited by the Council on Social Work.
- Minimum of two (2) years of post-MSW experience, preferably in
health care.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Academic experience in Bachelor or Master of Social Work
Education.
- Clinical social work licensure or eligibility for
licensure.
- Clinical supervision experience with MSW students and
graduates.
- Doctoral degree in social work or related field.
- Practice and/or research specialization in one or more of the
following areas:
- Medical/hospital social work
- Aging, palliative care, rehabilitation
- Community health
- Community mental health
- Integrated behavioral health care
- Healthcare evaluation/management
- Healthcare policy/advocacy
Emphasis on social justice oriented social work practice in
teaching and professional work.
Strong knowledge, skills and experience in working with diverse
students and client/patient populations.
Awareness and sensitivity to the educational goals of a
multicultural population through cross-cultural study, training,
teaching, and other professional experiences.
Experience with online pedagogy.
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse
backgrounds and cultures.
Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity,
and inclusion in a university setting.
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices
and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative but not
definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Schedule is dependent on course and department needs.
Special Instructions:To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/28350
University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal
opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In
compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is
committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff
and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in
the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff
on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry,
age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and
veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy,
gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical
disability.
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