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Social Work Program Associate II (Part Time)
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Position Number: 5138728
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Social Work

Social Work Program Associate II (Part Time)

Salt Lake Community College

Position Title: Social Work Program Associate II (Part Time)

Open Internally or Externally: External

If faculty, tenure track status: Not Applicable

Reports to (title): BHT Certificate Faculty Lead

Department: Social Work

Requisition Number: P24176

Position Type: New position

Job Category: Staff

FT/PT: Part-time

Initial Work Location: Varies

Starting Salary: $19.75-$30.00

Job Open Date: 02/22/2024

Job Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Priority Review Date:

Job Summary: The Social Work (SW) program at Salt Lake Community College is seeking a part-time social work program associate to guide students effectively through the specified sequence of education coursework required for the BHT Certificate and other related social work certificates and degrees. The social work program associate will do an academic review of all social work alumni students, current social work students nearing graduation, and students at any point in their declared social work major. This is a 12-month position with the potential for annual renewal, contingent on institutional funding. The position is currently funded for 2 years with state grant funding.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Under the direction of the BHT Certificate Faculty Lead, the social work program associate will collaborate with Social Work program students and identify both alumni and students graduating within one semester to ensure they have taken and successfully completed all of their BHT required courses.

The social work program associate will create advising outlines for interested students and check in with them at the beginning, middle and end of each semester.

The SW Program Associate will work with the Internship/Community Outreach ambassador to interview ready students for placement and outline the courses and course pace necessary for their success.

The SW Program Associate will report to and meet frequently with the the BHT Certificate Faculty Lead.

This part-time position requires 20 hours of work per week at various campus locations and will also require scheduled meetings with students to complete curricular reviews.

This position may occasionally require the candidate to receive phone calls and respond to emails outside of business hours to meet the needs of our students, alumni and community members.

Collaborate and coordinate with the Social Work faculty members (including, at times, social work adjuncts), on all significant issues related to certificate completion, including the distribution of grant funding to meet coordinator/advising needs.
Meet regularly with the social work faculty & students. And occasionally with existing community partners.
In coordination with the SW faculty and SW Field Coordinator, plan and host a wide variety of social work events such as Orientations, Transfer Symposiums, and Completion Celebrations for social work students.
Maintain a social work student file/record system.
Review and monitor social work students program eligibility and progress within field settings.
Communicate with faculty and students in allied/related disciplines regarding potential fit of BHT licensure with their potential coursework, including interviews for intention to complete BHT curricular requirements, deadlines and reminders; student progress, status; etc.
Generate reports.
Provide support for social work students, make referrals to College resources, etc.
In coordination with the academic advising department, help advise social work students in course/semester planning such as course choices (based on transfer institution) and graduation requirements.
Respond to email and phone messages in a timely manner (typically within one business day).
Keep a log of work hours and activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties Continued: Collaborate and coordinate with the Social Work faculty members (including, at times, social work adjuncts), on all significant issues related to certificate completion, including the distribution of grant funding to meet coordinator/advising needs. Meet regularly with the social work faculty & students. And occasionally with existing community partners. In coordination with the SW faculty and SW Field Coordinator, plan and host a wide variety of social work events such as Orientations, Transfer Symposiums, and Completion Celebrations for social work students. Maintain a social work student file/record system. Review and monitor social work students program eligibility and progress within field settings. Communicate with faculty and students in allied/related disciplines regarding potential fit of BHT licensure with their potential coursework, including interviews for intention to complete BHT curricular requirements, deadlines and reminders; student progress, status; etc. Generate reports. Provide support for social work students, make referrals to College resources, etc. In coordination with the academic advising department, help advise social work students in course/semester planning such as course choices (based on transfer institution) and graduation requirements. Respond to email and phone messages in a timely manner (typically within one business day). Keep a log of work hours and activities. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Associate of Science Degree in Social Work or closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Social Work or closely related field.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: The Social Work Program Associate position is integral to the success of the newly created Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) certificate and requires a collaborative and supportive relationship with faculty, staff, students, and community partners. Candidate must be organized, able to communicate clearly, and be willing to contribute to the vision and growth of the Social Work program to meet behavioral healthcare needs in creative and innovative ways that support the holistic well-being and growth of Salt Lake Community Colleges Social Work program. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic backgrounds and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities. Ability to learn and use computers and software, such as Canvas and Microsoft 365 (including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Forms, etc.) Ability to learn information about the social work program, the College system and resources, etc.

Non-Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Special Instructions:

SLCC Highlights: Salt Lake Community College is Utahs largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utahs fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 11 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

SLCC Information: Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.slcc.edu/postings/58191