Field Placement Coordinator - 3576

University of North Carolina at Pembroke • Pembroke, NC

76d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Social Work seeks a dedicated and organized social work practitioner to serve as Field Placement Coordinator. Working closely with the Director of Field Education, this individual will support the coordination of both BSW and MSW student placements, working closely with students, faculty, and agency partners to ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate field experiences in alignment with CSWE accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Minimum: Associate Degree in Human Services with 4-5 years experience in the delivery of social services or case management experience
• Preferred: Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program with 2 years post-BSW/MSW experience.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to social work values and ethical practice.
• Proficiency with database systems
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and in a fast-paced work environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with agency collaboration and field instruction.
• Familiarity with field education processes and CSWE accreditation standards.
• Proficiency with database systems or student information systems.
• Experience working in rural or underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Director of Field Education to coordinate BSW and MSW student placements in approved field agencies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for BSW and MSW students regarding field applications, placement matching, and orientation processes.
• Maintain accurate records of placements, evaluations, and student progress for both programs using field placement management systems.
• Facilitate orientation sessions for students and field site supervisors with the Director of Field Education.
• Provide support for departmental student and community engagement activities, including planning and coordinating events in collaboration with faculty and staff.
• This position is in-person on the UNCP Campus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees