Adjunct Field Educator​/Field Liaison, School of Social Work

Adjunct Field Educator/Field Liaison

School of Social Work, University at Buffalo, State University of New York (SUNY)

The School of Social Work at the University at Buffalo is seeking individuals with experience and knowledge of the social work practice community and the ability to make connections between the School’s curriculum and the skills and practice knowledge gained in student field placements.

The incumbent will work collaboratively with the Field Education Department to ensure quality field experiences that enable students to meet required competencies and adhere to accreditation standards.

• Provide a minimum of one hour per week of individual supervision to the MSW intern, including ongoing evaluation of their progress.
• Participate with the on‑site task supervisor in interviewing student interns for the field placement prior to the start of the placement.
• Actively coordinate and work with the on‑site task supervisor to provide appropriate learning experiences for the interns.
• Attend an orientation session provided by the School (required for all new field educators).
• Provide student with an orientation to the agency, including information on safety protocol, HIPAA requirements, or other regulations specific to the field site.
• Review and provide input to students and field educators regarding the learning contract.
• Make a minimum of one field visit during the fall semester and one during the spring semester for each assigned student; the visits should include a three‑way meeting with the student and field educator.
• Be available to problem‑solve issues with the student and/or field educator via phone or additional field visits as needed; document any significant problems and recommended solutions.
• Review the Field Performance Evaluation Form completed by the field educator at mid‑placement and at the end of the student's placement.

This is a pooled posting, and positions are filled on an as‑needed basis.

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. The University offers comprehensive health and retirement plans, supports career coaching and training, and qualifies as a public service loan forgiveness organization.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.