Field Placement Coordinator

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +12 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee the logistics and process for field placements of MSW students.

• Ensure that eligible students are assigned to suitable field sites that comply with Field Program standards.

• Assist students in identifying potential field sites.

• Act as the university's representative for inquiries related to field placements from both internal and external parties.

• Address queries from students, site supervisors, and agency directors.

• Resolve placement challenges in collaboration with field leadership, instructors, and practicum specialists.

• Organize and lead weekly supplemental supervision sessions for social work interns.

• Provide direct supplemental supervision during evening hours when necessary.

• Keep an up-to-date master list of students receiving supplemental supervision each term.

• Monitor and evaluate students’ progress in field learning, professional growth, and readiness for practice.

• Assist students whose placements may have inadequate on-site supervision.

• Identify and evaluate agencies suitable for MSW field placements.

• Maintain relationships with agencies and manage logistics, contracts, and compliance for placements.

• Track placement data for student interns by term.

• Support the preparation of accreditation review materials and data.

• Ensure that field education documentation meets CSWE standards.

• Undertake additional responsibilities for the Field Program as required.

• Work under the close supervision of the Director of Field Education.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited MSW program.

• Over 2 years of post-master’s experience in placing MSW students for field practicum within a university online platform.

• Experience in placing graduate-level students for field practicum in an online college/university platform is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with academic, social work, and field processes in an online college/university environment.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced organizational capabilities and meticulous attention to detail.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides).

• Capability to utilize AI-powered tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grammarly, or similar applications.

• Ability to exercise independent judgment, show tact and diplomacy, and uphold confidentiality.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and perform under pressure.

• Competence in working effectively within a collaborative setting.

• Flexibility to work across varying time zones nationally, internationally, and on military bases.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, Data Collection/Analysis, and Sonia is preferred.

• Candidates will undergo a background check and criminal history review.

• Preference for California residency; travel within California is expected approximately 1–4 times per year.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.

• Availability of remote work options.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Half-day Fridays (biweekly).

• Generous time off policy, including paid holidays and a paid winter break.

• Coverage for life, disability, accident, legal services, identity protection, and student debt support.

• 403(b) retirement plan with a Roth option.

• 3% non-elective contribution along with up to 6% matching, totaling a 9% employer contribution.

• Tuition discounts available for employees and their families.

• Tuition Exchange program with partner universities.

• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Access to counseling services.

• Complimentary Calm Health subscription.

• Year-round wellness initiatives.