Clinical Assistant Professor-Social Work with Administrative Appointments

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, United States

Updated: 22 days ago

Location: Rio Grande City, TEXAS

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Position Information

Posting Number	FRGV1614
Working Title	Clinical Assistant Professor-Social Work with Administrative Appointments
Number of Vacancies	4
Location	Rio Grande Valley
Division/Organization	Provost - Academic Affairs
Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position	3 years
Tenure Status	Non Tenure Track
FTE	1.0
Scope of Job	The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Social Work is seeking applications for four full-time, non-tenure track faculty positions at the Clinical Assistant Professor rank, beginning fall 2024. The four successful candidates will also have administrative appointments in the School of Social Work as BSW Field Director, MSSW Field Director, Title IV-E Coordinator, and an administrative role yet to be determined. Our Field Education Program provides field education curriculum and manages placements for all BSW and MSSW students. The BSW and MSSW Field Directors will co-chair the Field Education Committee and work closely together on all field education matters. This includes supervising staff who teach field courses or provide supervision to students placed in agencies without social workers; working collaboratively with Field Instructors and agency leadership to ensure a rich learning experience for our students that aligns with CSWE accreditation standards; and continuously growing and improving our Field Education Programs. We seek candidates interested in contributing to the continued development of our innovative, student-centered field education program, in an academic environment that values social justice. For more information about our field education programs, visit: https://www.utrgv.edu/socialwork/field-education/bsw-field-practicum/index.htm https://www.utrgv.edu/socialwork/field-education/mssw-field-practicum/index.htm . Our Title IV-E Program prepares social workers interested in working in the Child Welfare System. In collaboration with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, the program offers individualized, specialized training in child welfare through a contract funded by Title IV-E of the Social Security Act. Under supervision, qualified BSW or MSSW students work with children and their families, courts, law enforcement, medical institutions and schools, all in the context of public child welfare and family policy, to build professional skills in foster care management, adoption assistance, and case management. Trainees also receive stipends. For more information about our Title IV-E Program, visit https://www.utrgv.edu/socialwork/title-iv-e/index.htm . We seek applicants who are dedicated to serving The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Social Work’s diverse student body. The successful candidates will teach in our BSW and MSSW programs across modalities (in person, hybrid, and online); will serve on School of Social Work and UTRGV committees; participate in faculty meetings and professional development activities; and engage in scholarship activities as appropriate. The successful candidates will report directly to the Dean of the School of Social Work, Dr. Luis R. Torres-Hostos, and will work closely with our Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and our Associate Dean of Research and Faculty Development. About UTRGV: UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of University discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service. Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration. UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit our website . About the School of Social Work The School of Social Work was established in 2018 as an independent School and is under the leadership of Founding Dean Dr. Luis R. Torres. The Department of Social Work has existed since the 1970s; prior to becoming a school it was a department in the College of Health Professions. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) School of Social Work (SSW) is the only institution to offer programs leading to both the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) degree and the Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) degree south of San Antonio. Both programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The School of Social Work is committed to preparing generalist and advanced professional social workers to meet the needs of a binational and multicultural community, and to increasingly make an impact on the national stage. The Rio Grande Valley is a natural laboratory for the demographic shifts being seen around the country. The BSW Program prepares students for generalist social work practice. Building on the generalist foundation, the MSSW program focuses on two concentrations: Direct Practice with Latino Individuals, Families, and Groups; and Community Practice and Administration. The MSSW Program goals are to prepare graduates to practice with diverse, vulnerable, and at-risk populations to promote human well-being and social and economic justice, to prepare graduates for leadership in developing and implementing policies and services for at-risk populations with an emphasis on the Texas-Mexico border region; and to develop the knowledge base of the social work profession, particularly as it relates to addressing the needs of at-risk populations with an emphasis on the border communities. The BSW program is in-person, and alternative modalities are being explored. The MSSW program is offered in person and online. A PhD in Social Work is under development, as are a dual MSSW-MPH program. Other dual degree programs and MSSW modalities have been approved by faculty and will be developed over the next few years. This is an in-person position primarily for our Edinburg and Brownville campuses, and faculty may be assigned to teach in other locations either in person or using remote technologies. The School of Social Work has students in Edinburg, Brownsville, and Laredo, and is exploring offering classes in Rio Grande City.
Minimum Qualifications	The successful candidate will have a master’s in social work from a CSWE-accredited social work program; be a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) or be License eligible in Texas; have 2+ years’ post-master’s experience in direct/clinical practice or community/organizational practice in a variety of social work agency settings, and have teaching experience in higher education.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications	Preference will be given to applicants with: A Master’s in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program; 5+ years of practice experience; social work licensure or license-eligibility in Texas; experience working with populations similar to those of the Rio Grande Valley (i.e., 94% Hispanic, primarily Mexican-American; bilingual and bicultural; borderland communities, large rural areas, etc.); teaching expertise in advanced clinical or macro practice; experience with online teaching/distance education programs; bilingual (English/Spanish); field education experience; and knowledge of the cultural, social and economic characteristics of the U.S./Mexico border region. The applicants should also have administrative experience relevant to the role they are seeking.
License or Certification Required?	Yes
Salary	Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
Desired Start Date	09/01/2024

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement	It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the civil rights act of 1964, the title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date	12/21/2023
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Additional Information	UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
Special Instructions to Applicants	Special Instructions to Applicants: Complete all sections on the application. If you are applying for the first time please complete all biographical information including address, email and phone. You may update this at any time by selecting to edit your profile in the application. Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview.
Please Note	Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
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