Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5005/5006: MSW Social Work Field Work Class) - Winter/Summer 2027

Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5005/5006

MSW Social Work Field Work Class) - Winter/Summer 2027

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Part-Time Academic (SLWK 5005/5006: MSW Social Work Field Work Class) - Winter/Summer 2027 Posting Number PTAP3337P Department/Unit Social Work Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities The part-time academic will teach SLWK 5005/5006, “Social Work Field Work Class”. The course will be offered on campus in the Winter and Summer terms, from January-June 2027. Seminars will be held Mondays from 17:35-19:25. Course description: The foundation field education course provides students with opportunities to integrate learning and practice through a supervised social work experience related to the specified learning goals. The course includes supervised social work practice in the field for a total of 450 hours and a concurrent seminar. The placement site is determined through consultation and agreement among the student, the Field Education Coordinator or designate and the agency. The part-time academic position is responsible for guiding a series of seminars, liaising with student field placement agencies for a series of meetings, dealing with any issues that arise within the field placement, overseeing the completion of an academic presentation, and conferring on final grades. The part-time academic should expect to be engaged in course preparations preceding course delivery. Qualifications/Requirements of Position Educational background with extensive experience in social work (or related fields) is required. Solid knowledge of a variety of social work skills and the ability to impart these skills to students. A Master of Social Work degree (or higher) and previous teaching experience is preferred. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information. If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here. Posting Detail Information Term of appointment January-June 2027 Open Date 06/03/2026 Close Date 06/14/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21111 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) Optional Documents