Social Worker Field Director

Southeastern Louisiana University•White Hall, AR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Southeastern Louisiana University's Department of Health & Human Sciences invites applications for the position of Social Work Field Director. This is a 12-month position that provides leadership, administration, and oversight of all field education components for both the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs. Field education is the signature pedagogy of social work education, as defined by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), and this position ensures that all field experiences meet accreditation standards, support student competency development, and reflect the mission of the program. The Director is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, and continuous evaluation of field education, including student placements, agency partnerships, field instructor support, and compliance with accreditation requirements.

Requirements

Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
Current and in good standing Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Minimum of 3–5 years of post-MSW practice experience.

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in Social Work or related field (PhD or DSW; ABD considered).
Strong background in rural, behavioral health, or integrated care settings.
Familiar with Florida Parishes/North Shore social welfare serve agencies (including schools, hospitals, community settings, etc.).
Experience with data-driven program assessment and evaluation.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Ability to manage complex systems and multiple stakeholders.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of social work competencies and practice frameworks.
Ability to support diverse student populations and learning environments.

Responsibilities

Development, implementation, coordination, and continuous evaluation of field education.
Overseeing student placements.
Managing agency partnerships.
Providing field instructor support.
Ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.