The Academic Support Specialist III is responsible for assessing student readiness for practicum, preparing students for the practicum placement process and determining appropriate placement options for students
Job Summary
The Academic Support Specialist III is responsible for assessing student readiness for practicum, preparing students for the practicum placement process and determining appropriate placement options for students.
The position is responsible for recruiting and onboarding qualified practicum sites and social work practicum instructors.
Candidate will collaborate with the Director of Practicum Education to plan, create, and conduct practicum education program orientations, trainings, and events for students, agency practicum instructors, and practicum faculty.
Matching Summary
The Academic Support Specialist III is responsible for assessing student readiness for practicum, preparing students for the practicum placement process and determining appropriate placement options for students.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Assess student readiness for practicum
Recruit and onboard practicum sites
Conduct conflict resolution and crisis management
Maintain practicum tracking software
Nice-to-have
Collaborate with Director of Practicum Education
Mentor new practicum faculty
Plan and conduct orientations and trainings
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of experience
Master's degree in social work preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Two years' experience as a practicum instructor or liaison preferred