Professor in MSW Program

Job SummaryThis position exists for providing classroom instruction, and participation in the development and maintenance of an accredited MSW Program. This position will have a teaching responsibility of a minimum of 24 credits per year (full-time appointment to the MSW Program), with a primary teaching responsibility to the MSW Program with instruction in the BSW Program as needed. This position will also advise graduate students.Physical RequirementsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Prolonged periods of standing and lecturing in front of the classroom.Personal QualitiesThe desire to grow, develop and mature, both spiritually and professionally.The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships.A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve as a member of a team.A professional appearance.Continued ability to creatively and maturely follow/lead in the academic community of LBC | Capital.Continued ability to function as a healthy team member among the faculty, bringing a collaborative spirit in representing the programs in CSW.Continued ability to be easily approached by students and colleagues, but firm and fair in the exercise of all policies and procedures.Ongoing demonstration of a Biblical pattern of leadership characterized by appropriate respect for and use of authority.Education And ExperienceMasters's degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited institution required.Doctoral degree is required, preferably in Social Work.Five years of experience in post-MSW direct practice.Seven years experience teaching at the collegiate level.Experience with Field Education at a BSW or MSW program.LSW is preferred.Experience with CSWE accreditation process is preferred.Required Skills/AbilitiesAbility to clearly articulate a biblical philosophy of Social Work.Ability to articulate clear biblical world view of Social Work education.Ability to utilize effective methodologies for classroom instruction.Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.Possess strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor graduate students.Possess excellent interpersonal and social skills and the ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and community partners.Dedication to the CSWE accreditation process.Possess strong computer skills as well as a working knowledge of word processing and presentation skills.Ability to work with colleagues on corporate projects, specifically accreditation projects.Proficiency in written and oral communication.Willingness to be actively involved in student life and campus events.Actively pursue avenues for contributing to the profession of Social Work through activities such as publication, presentation, or community engagement. Proficiency with word processing, general computer skills, and LBC | Capitals instructional technologies (i.e., Learning Management System, Video Conferencing, etc.) Duties/ResponsibilitiesInstructional Responsibilities:Knowledge and ability to instruct methodologies, research, and practice courses within the MSW program at both the foundation and advanced levels.Specific expertise in the area of teaching theories of human development, micro, mezzo, and macro practice, and specialization in either clinical social work or child and family social work.Advisement of students in the MSW programAssist in recruiting students for the MSW program.Willingness to design and develop new courses to enhance the existing curriculum.Utilization of online learning platforms for instructional delivery.Administrative ResponsibilitiesReport to the MSW Program Director and the Academic Dean for Education, Counseling, and Social Work.Assist the MSW Program Director and the Academic Dean for Education, Counseling, and Social Work as needed.Contribute to needed revisions of the MSW Program handbook. Review and revise curricular offerings to meet current CSWE and industry expectations and standards.Gather and analyze course and student data to contribute to annual outcomes measurements.Contribute to program budgetary discussions along with the MSW Program Director and Academic Dean.Continued demonstration of ability and willingness to function fully and cooperatively within an institution of Biblical Christian higher education.Continued ability to function as a team member with the administration of the college.Ongoing demonstrated desire to grow, develop, and mature as characterized by achievement in both personal and organizational matters.Continued ability to implement fairly and firmly the policies and procedures of the college.Continue to maintain absolute confidentiality in handling all matters within the college.Continue to teach MSW courses in the CSW Department at a rate of 24 credits per year, a full-time course load through Fall, Spring and Summer sessions. Continue to personally update courses each semester (e.g., syllabi and Learning Management System) to maintain content to industry (and internal) standards (with dept. approval).Contribute to the revision and maintenance of the MSW student handbook.Continue to attend and participate in the departmental faculty meetings and assigned subcommittees.Continue to attend morning chapel services regularly each semester.Continue to facilitate spiritual, emotional, and academic shepherding of students.Continue to develop professionally through personal study, research, and attendance at professional meetings.Continue to seek to publish on a regular basis (as professional time allows). This could be in various forms including journal or magazine articles and books.Ongoing openness to other tasks as assigned for the enhancement of students and academic programming.Participate in program and course outcomes assessment.Be involved in recruiting prospective students to the MSW and other CSW Dept. programs.Teach courses as assigned at the undergraduate, adult education, and/or graduate level in face-to-face, blended, and online format which may require teaching during the day, evening, and/or weekend.Collaborate with LBC | Capital recruitment teams as needed.Technical AbilitiesAssist the MSW Program Director and Academic Dean in the preparation of department budgets.Continued use of analytic skills for analyzing academic trends and developments.Maintaining awareness of the various laws and ethical standards for academia and their relationship to the college.Effective knowledge and application of word processing and presentation platforms.Experience with and practical knowledge of online course delivery platforms. Ongoing use of effective communication skills necessary for tasks.Continue to widen experience with and practical knowledge of online course delivery platforms.