Program Project Coordinator

Title: Program Project Coordinator

Employee Classification: Program Project Coordinator

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci

Department: UNT-Social Work-135330

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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The College of Public Affairs and Health Sciences (PAHS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster management and recovery, criminal justice, health disparities and public safety, and find solutions to challenges in public administration, public health, exercise physiology and urban design. We have eight academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the UNT Work Inclusion and Supported Employment (UNTWISE) program, UNT ELEVAR, and several professional development and clinical training programs to facilitate careers to address a global society.

Located within PAHS, the Department of Social Work houses both MSW and BSW degree programs. We develop generalist social work practitioners to optimize quality‑of‑life outcomes in communities worldwide by helping all people overcome the challenges associated with abuse, poverty, homelessness, addiction, disability and illness. Graduates practice in a variety of areas including integrated healthcare settings, hospice, substance abuse treatment, mental health, child welfare, aging, criminal justice, veterans, military and first responders, policy advocacy, and more.

The Social Work Program Project Coordinator ensures successful practicum experiences for our students and provides regular and ongoing support during the full‑time field internship semester. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: assisting the Field Director in tasks related to the internship of students; development and maintenance of practicum placements for BSW and MSW students; processing applications, and meeting and monitoring students to review their needs;

completing preparation for mandatory field orientation, training for new field instructors and conducting field visits; teaching Field Seminar courses, grading as applicable and managing case presentations.

Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Strong presentation and public speaking skills
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with…