Social Work - Full-time Faculty

Bethel University • St. Paul, MN

6d • $55,599 - $95,904

About The Position

Full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work with primary assignment to the Master of Social Work (MSW) program (51% minimum) in the Graduate School. Position responsibilities include in-person and online teaching, academic advising, and institutional service. May also carry teaching assignments in the BSW program.

Requirements

• Teaching Excellence: Demonstrated potential for effective teaching of both generalist and specialized, justice-informed social work practice
• Ethical & Professional Standards: Maintain strict adherence to CSWE accreditation standards and the NASW Code of Ethics
• Collaborative Innovation: Proven ability to work collaboratively, think creatively, and perform effectively under pressure to support departmental continuous improvement
• Commitment to Justice: Deep knowledge of and commitment to social justice activities, research, and professional practice across all levels (individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations)
• Mission Alignment: Strong commitment to the institution’s educational and faith-based mission, including a focus on campus diversity and human rights
• Advocacy: Dedicated to the advancement of social, economic, and environmental justice
• Ph.D degree in social work and Masters in Social Work from CSWE accredited institution with two years post MSW experience required.
• Professional social work licensure through the Minnesota Board of Social Work (LICSW, LISW, or LGSW) required.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Bethel’s mission is to educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ-centered community.
• Bethel’s employee community plays a central role in developing our students as whole and holy persons.
• To carry out this mission, Bethel uses the foundation of our guiding documents, the Affirmation of Faith, Community Covenant, and Key Policies.
• Bethel expects all employees to actively participate in creating our Christ-centered community by agreeing with and abiding by our core beliefs in the Affirmation of Faith and supporting all other beliefs as Biblical, responsible, and thoughtful approaches while avoiding dissension and divisiveness.
• Employees teach and mentor students and help one another uphold our Community Covenant commitments.
• As a result of these expectations, all University employees act as ministers of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to carry out its mission and foster Bethel’s Christ-centered covenant community.

Nice To Haves

• Pedagogical Expertise: Preference for demonstrated competency in delivering hybrid learning pedagogy

Responsibilities

• Contribute to an academic environment that seeks to advance inclusive excellence within the department and broader discipline
• Teach up to seven courses or the equivalent per academic year, as determined by departmental needs
• Maintain primary responsibility for teaching assigned courses in strict alignment with CSWE accreditation requirements
• Instruct on a variety of topics, including:
• Introductory and advanced social work courses
• Field seminar courses
• Social work practice courses

Benefits

• Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package.
• Learn more about these offerings here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree