University of Massachusetts Global · 2 days ago
Field Placement Coordinator
United States
Full-time
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$21/hr - $23.60/hr
2+ years expUniversity of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit institution dedicated to providing flexible, high-quality education for working adults. The Field Placement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating student placements in the Master of Social Work Program, maintaining partnerships with agencies, and providing support to students and faculty to ensure effective field education.
EducationNon ProfitUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Coordinate field placement process and logistics for students and ensure that applicable students are placed at appropriate field sites that satisfy the Field Program guidelines
Provide guidance to students in locating field sites
Serve as university representative around field placement inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
Respond to field placement questions from students, site supervisors, and agency directors
Troubleshoot student placement issues in coordination with field director/ assistant field director, field instructors, field practicum specialist
Arrange and facilitate weekly Supplemental Supervision session(s) for social work interns whose agency site supervisors do not hold an MSW, in accordance with CSWE supervision standards
Provide direct supplemental supervision during evening hours as needed
Maintain a master list of all students receiving supplemental supervision each term across the entire Field Program
Monitor and assess students' field learning progress, professional development, and readiness for practice
Offer support to students whose placements may not provide sufficient on-site supervision
Identify and assess agencies to serve as field placement sites for MSW students
Maintain relationships with field placement agencies and manage placement logistics, contracts and compliance with agency and program standards
Track and maintain data on student intern placements by term in coordination with the Field Director
Assist with preparation and organization of materials and data for accreditation reviews
Ensure field education documentation aligns with CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) standards
Perform other duties related to the Field Program, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited MSW program
2 years+ post-master's experience placing MSW students for field practicum in a university online platform
Knowledge of academic, social work and field processes in college/university setting online
Excellent interpersonal, written and communications skills
Advanced organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or equivalent Google Workspace tools (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides)
Able to leverage AI-powered tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Grammarly, or similar) to improve productivity, streamline communication, draft content, summarize information, and support day-to-day administrative tasks
Ability to exercise independent judgment, demonstrate tact and diplomacy, and maintain an elevated level of confidentiality
Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, and work under pressure
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the practicum and supplemental supervision needs of field placement/internship students who live in a variety of time zones nationally, internationally and on military bases
Preferred
Experience in placing graduate level students for field practicum in an online college/university platform
Knowledge of SharePoint, Excel, Data Collection/Analysis, and Sonia
Benefits
Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules, 1/2 day Fridays (biweekly), remote options, generous time off, and a paid winter break.
Financial Security: Life, disability, and supplemental insurance, legal and identity protection, and student debt support.
Retirement: 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to a 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
Education: Tuition discounts for employees and family and Tuition Exchange program with other universities. PSLF Eligible!
Wellness: Counseling services, Calm app access, and year-round wellness programs.
Company
University of Massachusetts Global
University of Massachusetts Global is a non-profit university that offers higher education.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Debbie Moysychyn, EdD, MBA, FACHE
Premier Partners Advisory Council Member
Hamid Etesamnia
Vice Chancellor for IT & Chief Information Officer
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