Assistant Professor of Social Work

[C25-080]

College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences

Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join the Department of Social Work as a full-time tenure-track assistant professor, beginning academic year . We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to advancing social justice, promoting equity, and preparing the next generation of social work professionals. If you are looking to shape the future of the social work profession, we encourage you to apply.

For over 175 years we have pursued academic excellence and innovation, and we invite you to be a part of our mission here lore the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and the broader community, please visit CCSU to learn more.

The College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences provides students with a comprehensive inter-professional education, equipping them with the essential skills and experience needed for careers in various health and human service fields. Collaborative programs emphasize holistic, patient-centered approaches including prevention, assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and chronic illness management. These programs and practical experiences foster cultural competency and advocacy in healthcare and human services, empowering students to become transformative leaders in health and rehabilitation sciences.

The Social Work Department is proud to build on the longstanding success of our diverse and thriving Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, which has consistently prepared students to serve and advocate for individuals, families, and communities across a wide range of practice settings. Our BSW program has been recognized for its strong community partnerships, commitment to equity and inclusion, and focus on real-world, hands‑on learning experiences.

In Fall 2024, the department launched its new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, expanding opportunities for advanced trauma-informed professional training and leadership development. The MSW program is designed to prepare graduates for specialized practice, leadership roles, and impactful clinical work, while continuing to emphasize our department's core values of social justice, cultural humility, and ethical practice. With the addition of the MSW program, the department remains deeply committed to supporting a diverse student body and meeting the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

The Department of Social Work is seeking a dedicated and experienced clinical faculty member to join our team and support both our well-established BSW program and our recently launched MSW program. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to preparing students for effective practice across diverse populations and settings.

• Teaching clinical practice courses across the curriculum, day and evenings, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Supervising student field placements and providing clinical mentorship.
• Advising and supporting student professional development.
• Engaging in curriculum development and program assessment.
• Participating in department, university, and community service.

• Education: All applicants must possess a Ph.D., Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) or closely related field.
• Experience and Training: Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. A minimum of five (5) years of post-master's direct clinical social work experience. Demonstrated experience teaching clinical social work courses at the graduate level.
• Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
  Doctorate in Social Work (PhD, DSW, or equivalent), experience in curriculum development, accreditation, and program assessment, experience supervising field placements or clinical supervision of students, experience working with community partnerships.

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