UMB SSW Job Openings
[updated 10/26/09] Tenure Track Faculty Positions | Research Specialists & Assistants | Program Manager | Training Specialist Tenure Track Faculty Positions
Applications are now being accepted for multiple tenure track faculty positions at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. Prior to appointment, all candidates must have an earned doctorate in social work or a related discipline, competence to teach at the MSW and PhD levels; and a commitment to exemplary research, high quality scholarly publications, and preparation of fundable research proposals. An MSW, with two years of practice experience, is preferred. Applicants at the associate and full professor level must have substantial evidence of productive research and of the recent receipt of extramural support. Faculty with any of the following areas of expertise are most strongly encouraged to apply:
• School social work, domestic violence, child welfare, substance abuse, health, aging
• Group, organization, or community interventions
• Nonprofit agency administration
• Practice research with populations that are underserved The University of Maryland School of Social Work (UM-SSW) ranks among the top 20 schools of social work in scholarly productivity and reputation. The UM-SSW supports excellence in research; provides outstanding BSW, MSW, PhD, and professional education; and demonstrates commitment to the well-being of populations and communities at risk. With an enrollment of over 800 MSW students and more than 40 PhD students, the UM-SSW offers a wide array of teaching opportunities. The UM-SSW is committed to a racially and culturally diverse faculty and student body. Its educational programs emphasize science-informed clinical and macro practice with diverse client populations. The School provides an intellectually exciting, collegial, and supportive faculty environment that fosters interdisciplinary research. The search will begin immediately and continue until filled. Initial interviews may begin by early December. For best consideration, applications should be submitted by December 1, 2009. Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications. The positions will start July 1, 2010 with the possibility of an earlier or later appointment, if preferred. Candidates should submit via email: (1) a letter of application indicating rank requested, research, scholarship, and teaching experience and capability; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) three recent scholarly papers; and (4) names,
addresses, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to: facultysearch@ssw.umaryland.edu.
Research Specialists & Research Assistants (Mulitple Positions) RESEARCH SPECIALISTS:
The Ruth H. Young Center for Families and Children is currently recruiting full-time Research Specialists for the following projects: MD CARES, Research in Support Child Welfare Policy and Programs in Maryland, Evaluation of Alabama’s Comprehensive Assessment Process, the Atlantic Coast Child Welfare Implementation Center, and the Child Welfare Academy. MD CARES (the Maryland Crisis and At Risk for Escalation diversion Services for children) is a SAMHSA funded Systems of Care initiative designed to cement a cross-agency partnership between the mental health and child welfare. MD CARES blends family-driven, evidence-based practices within mental health and child welfare to better serve this high risk population. Research in Support Child Welfare Policy and Programs works closely with the Maryland Social Services Administration to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Maryland’s child welfare services. The RYC research team provides assistance assessing the quality of practice in 24 local Departments of Social Services and aggregating statewide data, evaluating the effectiveness of Family Centered Practice, evaluating foster parents’ experiences, and tracking Maryland’s performance on several indicators of child safety, permanency, and well-being. The Evaluation of Alabama’s Comprehensive Assessment Process (CAP) is a Children’s Bureau funded demonstration grant to implement a theoretically-based safety intervention model in Alabama. The evaluation uses a quasi-experimental design to evaluate the effects of CAP in three pilot counties relative to three matched comparison counties. Process, practice, and outcome data are collected through case record reviews, internet-based surveys of child welfare staff, interviews with families receiving services, and analysis of administrative data. This position will require the ability to travel. The Atlantic Coast Child Welfare Implementation Center is a technical assistance center funded by the Children’s Bureau as part of the National Training and Technical Assistance Network. ACCWIC will be working with several state or tribal child welfare agencies in Region III or IV to implement systems change projects. The Research Specialist will assist the Director of Evaluation in designing, managing, and reporting on individualized evaluations for all projects. This position will require the ability to travel. The Child Welfare Academy develops, educates, trains, and supports Maryland’s child welfare staff, supervisors; administrators; foster parents; and kinship caregivers so they may provide family centered; culturally competent services to protect children from maltreatment, achieve permanency, and promote child well-being. The Research Specialist will provide assistance in training evaluation, revising a comprehensive testing and assessment process for trainees, analyzing and reporting on administrative data. Essential Functions:
This position functions as a specialist in a clinical setting and is responsible for providing the highest technical expertise to research programs, studies and/or projects and overseeing clinical research activities. Performs and directs studies and/or project(s). Develops, recommends, modifies and implements policies and procedures and/or methods for clinical research. Develops protocol manuals and data collection instruments.
Performs clinical research activities including data collection, data entry, data verification, and data analysis.
Conducts library research and contributes to the preparation and writing of research findings for publication of journal articles and grant proposals.
Performs administrative duties; such as, providing training and guidance to students and other clinical staff. Participates in the design of research studies. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field.
5 years experience in clinical research including 2 years in the relevant research specialization.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Experience and demonstrated skill in working with urban families in a community environment, program coordination,
Service facilitation and advocacy,
Strong oral and written and communication skills,
Solid computer skills (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and capacity to develop new skills.
Knowledge of the Child Welfare system and mental health services required. All interested applicants must apply through the following website:
https://www.healthcaresource.com/umbaltimore/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=255554 RESEARCH ASSISTANTS:
The Ruth H. Young Center for Families and Children is currently interviewing for full-time Research Assistants for three separate projects: MD CARES, Maryland KEEP, and Title IV-E. MD CARES (the Maryland Crisis and At Risk for Escalation diversion Services for children) is a SAMHSA funded Systems of Care initiative designed to cement a cross-agency partnership between the mental health and child welfare. MD CARES blends family-driven, evidence-based practices within mental health and child welfare to better serve this high risk population. Maryland KEEP (KEEPing foster and kinship parents trained and supported) is an intervention to strengthen the network of foster care families, decrease placement disruptions, and increase permanency for youth served in Maryland’s foster care system. KEEP is a foster parent training and support intervention for youth ages 5 to 12, designed by Dr. Patricia Chamberlain and the Oregon Social Learning Center (OSLC), modeled after the evidence-based practice of Multidimensional Treatment Foster Care. KEEP is a 16-week training for foster or kinship parents and will be piloted in two Maryland counties. The Education for Public Child Welfare Program (Title IV-E) is a partnership between the University of Maryland School of Social Work and the Maryland Department of Human Resources to prepare BSW/MSW candidates for public child welfare social work practice. Contingent upon funding, financial education stipends are available to graduate students at the School of Social Work and undergraduate students at UMBC. Participants agree to accept employment in Maryland’s public child welfare programs located in local Departments of Social Services upon graduation. Essential Functions:
Performs data collection by conducting research interviews. Recruits and screens subjects for research studies. Collects baseline and follow-up data from subjects, checks validity and accuracy of data ensuring compliance with quality control requirements. Coordinates the research study team including facility recruitment; subject sampling and staff scheduling. Establishes and maintains database files and reports on progress of programs, studies, and/or projects. May perform data analysis and interpretation. May perform administrative duties such as assisting in developing and submitting papers, proposals, abstracts, manuscripts and developing protocol manuals and data collection instruments.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors’ degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field.
Demonstrated interest in and capacity to work with vulnerable families and children in an urban environment
The desire to work as part of a team
Knowledge of the Child Welfare system and mental health services
Knowledge of key practices in child welfare
Working knowledge of basic word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer software packages
Ability to prioritize, plan, and execute multiple time sensitive tasks
Organization and tracking of research evaluation deliverables
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills All interested applicants must apply through the following website:
https://www.healthcaresource.com/umbaltimore/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=833635
Program Manager
The School of Social Work/General Instruction is recruiting for a Program Manager. The selected candidate will assist in the development, management, and evaluation of the Latino Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative for the School of Social Work. Coordinate daily activities, staff functions, and budget issues. Essential Functions: - Creates professional development workshops on preventing teen pregnancy in the Latino community for human service professionals, parents and youth. - Develops partnership initiatives with state and national Latino health and human service organizations - Writes publications on Latino Teen Pregnancy Prevention for professionals, parents, and the public - Conducts focus groups with Latino parents, youth, and service providers - Organizes annual statewide conference on teen pregnancy prevention - Coordinates and chairs advisory program meetings - Identifies and pursues outside funding sources for Latino teen pregnancy prevention - Manages Latino pregnancy prevention budget, including tracking expenditures, and preparing reports on current finances. - Assists in the interviewing and hiring of staff
Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree (MSW preferred) in a related field. - 4 years management experience. Experience with personnel administration, financial management, program planning & coordination, and administrative functions necessary. - Ability to speak and write in Spanish is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to establish goals, structures, and processes necessary to implement a mission and strategic vision. Leadership, coaching, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Strategic and analytical thinking skills with an ability to solve problems and make decisions. Ability to network and interact, as well as support effective partnerships with key groups and individuals. Ability to prioritize ongoing and new projects, as well as conduct research and gather information. Oral/written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to schedule, train, supervise, assign work to, and evaluate staff. Ability to operate current computer systems, including relevant software packages. Ability to prepare grants and reports. Ability to create and manage a budget. Ability to perform statistical analysis. Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience
Filing Deadline: Until Filled Click here to apply online. Training Specialist The Child Welfare Academy at the University Of Maryland School of Social Work is currently recruiting for a Training Specialist. Under the general supervision of the CWA Training Manager, the position will develop, prepare and deliver classroom based pre-service and in-service training to child welfare employees of the Maryland Department of Human Resources.
Child Welfare Training Specialists will have the following specific responsibilities: 1. Serve as the “lead” trainer on an assigned portion or “module” of the approved Maryland Child Welfare Pre-Service Training; conducting periodic reviews of the module in relation to its efficacy in development of trainees’ knowledge and skill in demonstrating established child welfare competencies; and updating materials such as scripted curriculum, participant handouts, PowerPoint presentations, practice tests, and competency tests.
2. Serve as the designated “back-up” for a second module of the Maryland Child Welfare Pre-Service Training, by maintaining up to date knowledge of content and curriculum.
3. Prepare and conduct a portion of the Child Welfare Pre-Service Training regularly, following the approved Child Welfare Academy Pre-Service curriculum and demonstrating expertise in the delivery of content on their lead assignment. This will normally be the “module” for which they are the lead or the established “back-up” trainer.
4. Participate in participant videotaping and feedback sessions being conducted by the CWA.
5. Provide written evaluation of participants’ experience in Pre-Service.
6. Collaborate with DHR child welfare professionals to develop, deliver specialized in-service training workshops
7. Prepare and conduct assigned child welfare training in-service training workshops.
8. Attend monthly CWA team meetings.
9. Perform professional administrative and child welfare training duties relevant to the operation and evaluation of the Child Welfare Academy as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Training, Human Resources, Public/business administration, communications, or a related field and two years of related experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
The preferred candidate has:
Maryland Social Work Licensure (LCSW-C)
Three years experience providing Public Child Welfare services
The ideal candidates are mid to senior level Social Work practitioners and educators. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Skills in oral/written communication and presentation.
Ability to develop accurate and detailed course outlines and associated training aids.
Skill in analyzing complex topics, policies, and procedures in order to prepare detailed summaries.
Ability to communicate and interact with, as well as support effective partnerships with broad range of internal and external individuals or agency representatives.
Skills in consultation and change management as well as continuously seeking to improve the quality of services and processes.
Computer skills in relevant word processing and graphics software.
Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience
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