Part-Time Academic (SLWK 4034/4035: Field Practicum and Seminar) - Fall/Winter 2026-27

Part-Time Academic (SLWK 4034/4035

Field Practicum and Seminar) - Fall/Winter 2026-27

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Part-Time Academic (SLWK 4034/4035: Field Practicum and Seminar) - Fall/Winter 2026-27 Posting Number PTAP3342P Department/Unit Social Work Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Summary & Key Responsibilities The part-time academic will be responsible for teaching SLWK 4034/4035 Sec 02, “Field Practicum & Seminar”. The course will be offered in the Fall/Winter terms, from September 2026 to April 2027. Seminars will be held Mondays from 17:35-19:25. This is a camps course and part of the BSW program. Course description: This course includes a 700 hour agency based practice placement, integrated seminars and the opportunity to develop a broad range of practice knowledge and skills sufficient to meet the requirements of an entry level professional position. 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. Salary Range/Pay Rate Per CUPE Collective Agreement; Note: BSW field courses are paid as a 6 credit-hour equivalent

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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 September 2026 to April 2027 Open Date 06/08/2026 Close Date 06/18/2026 Open Until Filled Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21116 Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV) Optional Documents