Company Description
Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. We’re 99,000 strong, with 31,000 students and 68,000 alumni armed with the skills, passion, and determination to make a difference in today’s complex healthcare environment. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.
Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 campuses and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu.
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Job Description
Chamberlain University seeks to welcome Online Part-Time Professors to teach in our Master of Social Work program in the areas of: non-Western practice; research; statistics. The Master of Social Work degree program is aimed at developing and empowering students to be agents of social change in their communities and throughout the world.
We invite qualified candidates to apply today for the following subjects:
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MSW507 – Research Methods & Applications
This course develops knowledge and skills needed for using research evidence to inform practice and policy. Topics covered include key research methods and statistics, program evaluation concepts, and critical thinking skills related to making professional decisions about research information. Students develop experience in analyzing research and its use within specific practice contexts and with diverse individuals, families, and communities.
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MSW511 – Social Work in a Multicultural Society
This is a foundation course in which students engage in in-depth discussions and discourse in areas of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, class, culture, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and power and privilege. Students will explore the meaning and value of such concepts as culture, ethnicity, bias, and cultural competence as they relate to various psychological issues.
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MSW512 – Direct Practice II (Families, Groups, Communities, Organizations)
This course completes the direct practice sequence. Students will concentrate on the application of evidence-based practice theories and group work models consistent with Motivational Interviewing (MI) and ecological perspectives. Using MI as its theoretical base, students will demonstrate clinical practice skills in the assessment, intervention, and evaluation of family systems and groups.
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MSW514 – Human Behavior II in the Social Environment II
This advanced course is designed to prepare students for clinical social work practice that reflects an advanced understanding of life-span development and socio-psychological identity development in individuals, families, groups, and communities.
The successful professor will:
- Inspire students to complete their program by providing regular, meaningful feedback about their academic performance, development, and participation while encouraging them to engage fully in their education
- Engage students in meaningful asynchronous threaded discussions at least 4 days per week, moderating participation, evaluating responses and rationales, and responding to questions or comments
- Evaluate academic progress and comprehension of course content through assigning and grading quizzes, exams, and writing assignments
- Exhibit care by displaying behaviors respect and professionalism, creating a culture that fosters collaboration, cooperation, and respect among all
- Be readily available to meet the needs of a student body that is diverse in age, culture, and academic preparation
- Identify and embrace opportunities to enhance student engagement by reaching out to students in need and responding quickly to requests for help
- Bring your professional experience to life through professional development, introducing industry perspective into courses and sharing information about social work trends and opportunities with students
- Promote student success by demonstrating flexibility in style, schedule, and exhibiting your passion for teaching by devoting time and energy to improve scholarly excellence and subject matter expertise
- Foster a positive learning environment by maintaining accurate records, submitting grades on time, and enforcing academic policies
- Use course-related software and technology effectively, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students.
- Model effective oral and written communications that engage the students, provide clarity, and improve student learning.
- Set clear expectations for the course by publishing course terminal objectives, assignment/examinations dates, and weight the distribution of various evaluation categories.
- Ensure that the content and level of material included on exams correspond to the course terminal objectives.
Qualifications
You are encouraged to apply for this opportunity if you meet the following requirements:
- A doctorate (Ph.D. or DSW) in Social Work or very closely related field (required) and CSWE-accredited MSW degree are required to be considered for this position.
- A minimum of 3 years college-level teaching experience is required
- Current or very recent professional experience required in the field of instruction as described in the course descriptions
- Possess genuine passion for education and lifelong learning
- Have exceptional subject matter expertise as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Are eager to serve students and colleagues with passion, respect, and care
- Operate with a sense of responsibility and purpose with the desire to enrich colleagues, students, and the broader community
- Have a strong work ethic, learn from mistakes, build positive spirit and always look for a better way
- Put the team first, appreciate diverse points of view, assume positive intent, collaborate and communicate
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