Instructor, School of Social Work
Company: University of Central Florida
Location: Orlando
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Unleash Your Potential With UsAs a next-generation public
research institution, we are an inclusive community of thinkers,
doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape
the future and solve the world's most challenging problems. No
matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you become
an integral part of our mission to become a university for the
future. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate
with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13
colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means
greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to
grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck.The
OpportunityThe School of Social Work in the College of Health
Professions and Sciences (CHPS) at the University of Central
Florida (UCF) invites applications for two 12-month,
non-tenure-earning instructor positions. The positions will have
primary assignments in Field Education in the BSW and MSW programs,
including the campus-based and online MSW tracks. The positions
will be located at the main Orlando campus. The projected start
date is Spring 2023 or Summer 2023.UCF is a metropolitan research
university built to make a better future for our students and
society. We solve tomorrow's greatest challenges through a
commitment to academic, inclusive and operational excellence.
Leveraging innovative learning, discovery and partnerships, we
foster social mobility while developing the skilled talent needed
to advance industry for our region, state and beyond. UCF is
committed to innovative community partnerships, world-class
research with local impact, and the integration of technology and
learning.The School of Social Work is recognized regionally and
nationally for the superior quality of its educational offerings
and its contributions to clinical social work, health care,
scholarship, and service to our community. The school has 34
full-time faculty, 14 staff, adjunct faculty, and over 900
students. We offer a bachelor's degree in Social Work, a master's
degree in Social Work, and a Social Work track in the
interdisciplinary Public Affairs Ph.D. program. There are
face-to-face and online tracks in the MSW program. CHPS is home to
three schools, one department, and six centers and institutes and
is a leader in creating positive community change by building
partnerships that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries.
The college is a core member of the newly formed UCF Academic
Health Sciences Center along with the existing Colleges of Nursing
and Medicine. As a diverse institution we center access, belonging,
and diverse perspectives. We are seeking an individual who can
demonstrate effective engagement in an environment where colleagues
and students come from many backgrounds and identities, as well as
someone who can demonstrate commitment to equitable and inclusive
teaching practices.Minimum Qualifications
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited
program.
- At least one year of experience with social work field
education as a teacher, field instructor, or supervisor.Preferred
Qualifications
- Two years of post MSW social work practice experience.
- Active licensure in Social Work.
- Teaching experience across campus-based and online
modalities.Additional Application Materials RequiredUCF requires
all applications and supporting documents be submitted
electronically through the Human Resources employment opportunities
website, https://www.ucf.edu/jobs/.In addition to the online
application, interested candidates should upload:
- Letter of application outlining how you are prepared to join
the faculty at UCF highlighting teaching experience, scholarly
works/achievements, and other qualifications for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Teaching philosophy that addresses how you are prepared to
instruct and mentor students in one of the most diverse
universities in Florida and the U.S.
- Equity and inclusion statement: please provide any relevant
experience and leadership in working in diverse environments as
well as how you contributed to a culture of inclusion and
equity.
- Reference list (names and contact information, not reference
letters).NOTE: Please have all documents ready when applying so
they can be attached at that time. Once the online submission
process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to
submit additional documents later.The selected candidate will be
required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S.
degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their
qualifying academic credentials. Questions regarding this search
may be directed to Christine Ferretti, search committee chair, at
Christine.Ferretti@ucf.edu. Special Instructions to the
ApplicantsThese are auxiliary funded positions and are contingent
upon available funding.Job Close Date:Open until filled.Note to
applicants: Please keep in mind that a job posted as 'Open until
filled' may close at any time without notice. As such, we encourage
you to submit your application and all required documentation as
quickly as possible to ensure consideration for the posted
position.Are Benefits Important to You?Working at UCF has its
perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive
impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
- Benefit packages including medical, dental, vision, life
insurance, healthcare flexible spending accounts, and an Employee
Assistance Program.
- Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid
holidays.
- Retirement savings options.
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando area
attractions.
- Education assistance.
- Flexible work environment.And more...For more benefits
information, go to 'Prospective Employees' on the UCF Human
Resources website (https://hr.ucf.edu/)Who Are We?Founded in 1963
to fuel the region's talent pipeline and support the growing U.S.
space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our
students and society. It's one of the reasons U.S. News & World
Report ranks UCF among the nation's top 20 most innovative
colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us
a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide
designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1
university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College
of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its
main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health
sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the
region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and
beyond Central Florida by offering complete online programs leading
to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates,
and more.The University of Central Florida is proud to be a
smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. Unless explicitly
stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee
of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment
begins.Additional Requirements related to Research
PositionsPursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to
offering employment to certain individuals in research-related
positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening.
Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a
foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who
is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has
had at least 1 year of higher education, employment, or training in
China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.The
additional screening requirements only apply to employment in
research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty
positions (including employed visiting positions), graduate
positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract
funds, postdoctoral scholar positions, and undergraduate
positions.DepartmentCollege of Health Professions and Sciences
(CHPS) - School of Social WorkWork ScheduleVariesType of
AppointmentRegularExpected SalaryNegotiableEqual Employment
Opportunity Statement:As an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply,
including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and
members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal
Opportunity Statement can be viewed at
http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.As a
Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and
selection procedures available to the public upon request.The
University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus
and an E-Verify employer.
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