Refine Search Adjunct Faculty Field Liaison, Graduate School of Social Work Apply now Job no: 498862 Work type: Adjunct Faculty Location: Denver, CO Categories: Faculty Division: Graduate School of Social Work Position SummaryThe GSSW Field Liaison is an adjunct faculty member that teaches as part of the field course sequence (SOWK 4950 Foundation Internship/SOWK 4970 Concentration Internship). The Field Liaison is
the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work’s representative to the field placement agency and is expected to serve as a consultant to both the agency supervisor(s) and the student. In addition, the Liaison serves as the primary link in the internship triad of student, agency/field instructor and the Graduate School of Social Work. The primary purpose of the Field Liaison is to monitor the educational
field placement experience to ensure a quality learning experience and be proactive in communication with the student and the agency supervisor throughout the duration of the internship. The Field Liaison role is a commitment of 2-3 quarters for a cohort of around 16 students. This means that Field Liaisons will be assigned to teach the SOWK 4950/4970 courses for two to three consecutive quarters. Adjuncts are paid
three credits for each quarter they are assigned a SOWK 4950/SOWK 4970 field course, for a total of 6-9 credits per cohort assignment. In unique circumstances, Field Liaisons may be assigned a reduced cohort size at a prorated rate of pay. This posting will serve for multiple openings throughout the 2026-27 academic year and for those whose contracts may continue beyond that time. Essential Functions In addition to
following the University of Denver’s policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Responsibilities to the Student: Orients the student to field instruction and the use of supervision. Orients the student to the online field course, and ensures completion of all required modules Clarifies program policies and procedures. Provides the student with instruction to facilitate
development of a Learning Contract; monitors adherence to field database system for learning contracts. Visits each agency virtually a minimum of three times during the student’s internship, and more often if needed. Site visits for Denver Campus may be required to be in person at times. Mentors student through their role as a student learner and professional. Monitors learning experience to ensure appropriate
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