The Council on Social Work Education is committed to creating an accessible, supportive environment that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of excellence. Candidates who contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
CSWE's Commission on Accreditation (COA) is responsible for developing accreditation standards that define competent preparation for social work practice and for ensuring that social work programs meet those standards. The Department of Social Work Accreditation administers a multistep accreditation process that involves self-studies by programs, site visits, and COA review of social work programs. The accreditation specialist provides education, resources, and consultation to social work programs in the United States and its territories seeking candidacy or undergoing accreditation review. The incumbent facilitates COA reviews of social work programs, assists commissioners with detailed understanding of the accreditation processes and procedures, and provides background and clarifying information about programs under COA review. The position involves work with computer, database, and Web applications to facilitate accreditation workflow management; writing reports and decision letters; and providing training workshops for commissioners, programs, and accreditation volunteers.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides education, resources, and consultation regarding accreditation standards, policies, and procedures to accredited social work programs and programs in candidacy.
Provides consultation to programs on understanding, interpreting, and demonstrating compliance with the Educational Policy and Accredited Standards (EPAS), including mission & goals, formal curriculum, field education, the learning environment, diversity, and assessment of student learning outcomes per the social work competencies.
Collaborates with COA on reviews of programs in commission meetings and other commissioner activities related to accreditation.
Understands and applies accreditation policies, procedures, and decisions made by COA.
Maintains and applies knowledge of current and evolving issues, trends, and information related to social work education and accreditation.
Manages the distribution, collection, and archival of accreditation materials for commissioners, programs, and site visitors.
Reviews program materials for completeness and consistency with accreditation policies during pre-candidacy, candidacy, and reaffirmation stages.
Manages a COA workgroup and facilitates small-group meetings 3 times per year.
Compiles and formulates COA decision letters and disseminates decisions to programs accurately within strict deadlines.
Works competently with basic computer applications, all components of Office 365, and database and Web applications for workflow management, particularly in the area of an online accreditation management system.
Provides individual and group consultations to program representatives via email, phone, video chat, and in-person at professional conferences.
Interfaces with the public about social work as a career, educational requirements, and accreditation.
Regularly works with and manages volunteers, including site visitors and members of the COA.
Reviews and provides feedback on internal documents.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS
Accreditation experience, preferably in social work
Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of accreditation standards and processes
Computer proficiency, including demonstratable skill in advanced functions of applicable software applications such as Microsoft Office, and understanding of technology applications for workflow management, particularly database operations, learning management systems, project management platforms, and online accreditation management systems
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally and effectively within a team-based environment, as well as with all levels of staff and with program administrators
Ability to handle a sizeable workload of programs and develop ethical relationships with assigned social work programs
Ability to deliver difficult news to constituents, such as adverse decisions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to carry out various processes in accreditation of social work programs
Ability to provide training online and in-person to current and prospective programs and volunteers
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise careful attention to detail
Ability to handle the details of multiple priorities simultaneously and adhere to strict deadlines.
Ability to travel 4-6 times per year
Ability to work on weekends up to 8 times per year
Passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion
Demonstrates skill in understanding of cultural differences
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS:
Experience with board members and/or volunteers
Doctoral degree (preferably in social work)
Experience in a higher education setting
Experience teaching in a social work program
Experience developing social work curriculum related to competencies
Experience with assessment of student-learning outcomes
Problem-solving and innovative spirit to continuously engage in internal regulatory efforts and quality improvement
Additional information
Supervisory Responsibilities
COMPENSATION
ADA SPECIFICATIONS
May be required to use a computer screen for extended periods of time
Occasional moving equipment up to 15-20 lbs
Extended working hours and travel may be necessary
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please submit a cover letter attached with your resume or CV by clicking the "I'm Interested" button on the job posting.
The Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. CSWE is dedicated to building a culturally diverse staff committed to working in a pluralistic environment. We encourage applications from women, minority groups, veterans, and people with disabilities.
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