University of Texas Permian Basin-posted 12 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Odessa, TX
1,001-5,000 employees
Educational Services

This position plays an essential role in the Social Work department at The University of Texas Permian Basin, responsible for providing high-quality instruction, developing curriculum, and mentoring graduate-level students. This position works closely with faculty and academic teams to ensure students meet rigorous academic and ethical standards aligned with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) code of ethics and the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) guidelines. The faculty member actively contributes to course planning, student evaluations, and continuous process improvements to enhance the student learning experience. Additionally, the role may include advising students and participating in faculty meetings, workshops, and professional development activities. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who values academic excellence, enjoys fostering student growth, and thrives in a collaborative environment dedicated to student success.

  • Supervise up to 12 Practicum Students
  • Engage students in critical thinking, ethical problem solving, and professional development.
  • Teach courses based on need and expertise
  • Provide high quality instruction in assigned courses.
  • Actively participate in the department's recruitment and expansion
  • Establish and maintain all requirements for accreditation established by SACSCOC, THECB, and CSWE in collaboration with other social work faculty.
  • Contribute to program and curriculum development.
  • Academic and professional advising.
  • Assist in student development activities.
  • Hold students accountable for ethical and professional expectations, as well as high academic standards.
  • A Licensed Social Worker and will maintain current license
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses relevant to Social Work; conduct research; advise students; and provide service to the Social Work program, department, university, and community
  • Involve undergraduate and graduate students in conducting research
  • Serve on university committees
  • Advise students and provide professional development
  • Assist program in maintaining and adhering to CSWE Accreditation
  • Degree: DSW/PhD in Social Work or closely related field. Master's degree in social work from a CSWE Accredited Program. With two years' experience post master's level.
  • Licensure: Master Social Work (LMSW)
  • One (1) year experience, in asynchronous online learning
  • Strong ethical foundation, with experience in navigating dual relationships. Experience with behavioral health, and/or medical/clinical social work.
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or LCSW-S.
  • Experience with rural populations. Familiarity with the CSWE Accreditation process. with behavioral health, and/or medical/clinical social work.
  • UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
  • Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
  • You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
  • Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
  • Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.
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