This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11604911 Governors StateUniversity (GSU) invites nominations and applications for a tenure trackfaculty position at the rank of Assistant / Associate Professor in theDepartment of Social Work in the College of Health and Human Services.We seek candidates with interest and experience in teaching generalistand advanced social work practice courses. The successful applicant willhave micro, mezzo or macro teaching experience in an Integrated SocialWork Practice curriculum. The successful candidate will demonstrate acommitment to excellence in teaching social work practice grounded in asocial justice ethic.
Essential Responsibilities
We seek an individual who has:
A demonstrated record of excellent teaching
Substantial practice and teaching experience in an Integrated SocialWork Practice curriculum.
A commitment to social justice and anti-racist social work practice
A commitment to excellence in mentoring students, particularly studentsof color and first-generation college students
An established research agenda and record of scholarship
An established record of university and community service or service tothe profession
Who We Are:
Governors State University is the only regional, public, comprehensiveuniversity in Chicagos south suburban area, serving approximately 5,000students annually. GSU provides accessible, high-value undergraduate andgraduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. Thebeautiful campus is conveniently located within easy reach by road andrail to Chicago and surrounding communities with a wealth of culturaland natural attractions. The highly diverse region GSU serves has anumber of high performing schools and engaged communities but alsostruggling urban, suburban, and rural communities. GSU seeks to serve asa public square, working to foster educational opportunities for all.
The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) is a dynamic learningcommunity serving those who seek to make a substantive difference in thepublic sector. Degrees offered in the College of Health and HumanServices include the Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work,Nursing, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Communication Disorders,Health Administration, and Addictions and Behavior Health and CommunityHealth.
Our Social Work Programs emphasize critical thinking and analyticalskills necessary for leading and managing effectively in a diversesociety. Our graduates are prepared for anti-racist practice grounded ina social justice ethic, to develop, innovate and navigate successfullyin the complex world in which we live.
A complete application will include: a cover letter, a resume/vita,transcripts, a statement of teaching philosophy, a research statement,and a list of three references. Additionally, an applicant invited to anon-campus/virtual interview may be asked to provide evaluative materialsthat will assist us in assessing your teaching experiences.
Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
MSW from a CSWE-accredited institution
Doctorate in Social Work or a related field; ABDs will be considered,but must complete all degree requirements by July 1, 2024
Two-five years of post-MSW teaching experience
Two years post-MSW social work practice experience
Preferred Qualifications
Five years of post-MSW teaching experience is preferred.
Five years of post-MSW social work practice experience is preferred.
Preference will be given to applicants whose backgrounds, experience,research interests, and expertise have prepared them to contribute tothe social justice mission of the Social Work Department.
For consideration at the rank of Assistant Professo , the preferredapplicant will have begun to establish a publication record anddemonstrate the potential to continue to contribute to the scholarlyresearch base of the field and secure external funding to support theirresearch agenda. For consideration of a higher rank, the applicant musthave a well-established record of publications and scholarship and ademonstrated ability to secure external research funding.
Preference will be given to applicants with a demonstrated record ofexcellence in teaching.
Supplemental Information
Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Review of materialswill begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.For full consideration, application and supporting documentation shouldbe submitted by January 15, 2024.