What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director of Social Work position at Shenandoah University?
Shenandoah University’s Division of Behavioral Sciences is seeking applications for a Program Director of Social Work. This is a fulltime, benefited position located on our Health Professions Campus in Winchester, VA.
The Shenandoah University School of Health Professions houses the university’s graduate programs in anatomy and physiology (certificate), athletic training (MS), physician assistant studies (MS), physical therapy (DPT), public health (MPH) and occupational therapy (MSOT and OTD), and communication sciences and disorders, as well as unique certificates in performing arts medicine, performing arts health and fitness, esports medicine, and esports health and fitness. Programs are offered in Winchester, Loudoun County, or online, depending on the discipline. Several dual degree programs are also available, such as DPT/MSAT and PA/MPH.
The Program Director of the Masters of Social Work Program (MSW) at Shenandoah University is responsible for the oversight of the daily activities of the MSW Program including all management and administrative activities of the MSW Program as well as teaching responsibilities in the area of expertise
Responsibilities:
- Plan and organize day to day events and activities within the MSW program
- Plan, organize, and assess and modify long-term strategic efforts as they relate to the MSW Program
- Coordinate all program assessment and improvement efforts
- Plan, oversee and adjust budgeting for the program in cooperation with the Dean
- Develop, eview, maintain, and update program policies, procedures, and curriculum that ensure compliance with the Council on Social Work Education
- Assist with recruitment, evaluation, and mentoring of faculty including the promotion process
- Recruit, evaluation and mentor MSW program staff
- Engage in scholarship consistent with a defined scholarly agenda and support faculty scholarship efforts
- Participate in service and support faculty service efforts (departmental, school, University, and community).
- Assign faculty to courses based on level of expertise.
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with University departments, community partners, and other like institutions.
- Teach in the area of expertise (at a reduced load)
- Participate in University meetings, inter-departmental initiatives, and departmental exchanges
Required Skills
Qualifications:
Required:
- Masters
- Field of Study: Social Work (from a CSWE-accredited program
Preferred:
- Doctorate
- Field of Study: Social Work or another academic doctorate
How to Apply:
Complete application submissions will include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants must also include a teaching philosophy and a statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion. The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until a qualified candidate is selected.
**Note: A pre-employment background check will be required and a satisfactory driving record may be required as a condition of hire.
Shenandoah University values the unique and diverse perspectives of individuals and communities locally and globally and seeks to foster mutual understanding in an inviting community where individuals are welcome and respected. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical, or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or on any other basis protected under applicable law.
