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via Glassdoor posted_at: 18 days agoschedule_type: Full-timework_from_home: 1
We offer remote work opportunities (AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, UT, WA & WY only) Under the leadership of the Director of Population Health this role is accountable to design, develop, deliver and maintain basic and advanced skills training supporting orientation and ongoing training needs for all levels of clinical and non-clinical Population Health (PH) and Disease Management (DM) staff on the use... of operational workflows, systems and applications We offer remote work opportunities (AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, UT, WA & WY only)

Under the leadership of the Director of Population Health this role is accountable to design, develop, deliver and maintain basic and advanced skills training supporting orientation and ongoing training needs for all levels of clinical and non-clinical Population Health (PH) and Disease Management (DM) staff on the use... of operational workflows, systems and applications available to them. This individual contributor is accountable to ensure that all clinical training offered to staff meets regulatory, accreditation (URAC) and contractual requirements for topic, content delivery and documentation. In addition, this position requires designing, developing and presenting synchronous training courses relating to clinical and operational topics, and includes content, visual aides, exercises for the student and examinations. This position will also develop and implement a comprehensive plan for meeting the continuing educational needs of PH employees, in order to enhance, promote, and maintain high standards in professional growth and quality health care delivery. In collaboration with the PH Communications Specialist will also lend expertise to the research, development and design of beneficiary educational content used within the PH/DM programs.

Education & Experience

Required:
• Registered Nurse, with current unrestricted license in appropriate state
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, education, health care or other related field
• Minimum of three years clinical experience with a Managed Care Organization (MCO) or healthcare system, specifically clinical programs such as Population Health, Chronic Disease or Case Management
• Minimum of two years training experience in a corporate, professional, healthcare or academic setting
• Expert proficiency using Microsoft Office suite of program, specifically WORD, PPT and VISIO
• Proficiency in working and teaching the use of technology – specifically care management tools and platforms

Preferred:
• Master's Degree in Nursing, Education or related field
• Experience with URAC, NCQA or other accreditation bodies supporting the educational needs tied to accreditation and regulatory requirements

Key Responsibilities
• Analyze training needs, design, develop the course (content, visual aides, exercises, and tests), maintain the course in a way that other clinical leaders can present it, and teach the course.
• Design training and educational content/course delivery that can be done in a synchronous and asynchronous settings, and in one on one coaching sessions to support both remote and onsite operational models.
• Assist with training department-specific needs, such as, maintaining required training documentation, maintaining both clinical and non-clinical training and orientation curriculum, participating in PH leadership meetings, process improvement meetings, and other duties as appropriate and requested.
• Participate in the development of training requirements that meet regulatory, contractual and organizational goals including, but not limited to, needs and skills assessments, continuing educational opportunities, professional development, and other duties as appropriate and requested.
• Contributes to the design, development and production of department policies and desk procedures that meet contractual, accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Support the development of beneficiary educational content, tools and materials in collaboration with the PH Communications Specialist.
• Provide employees and the PH leadership team with performance feedback, assist with identification of educational and performance needs of staff and conduct follow-up training as needed and requested.
• Plan formal and informal learning activities, including synchronous classes, in-services, workshops, symposiums, refresher courses, when appropriate or requested.

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• In collaboration with the PH Communications Specialist and PH leadership team, assist in researching alternative training opportunities, methods and media to support beneficiary educational needs from all PH programs.
• Enhance self-development and training skills on an ongoing basis by, maintaining current knowledge in the fields of nursing and adult education, to include learning theory, motivation theory, and new approaches to teaching.
• In collaboration with the PH Communication Specialist lends expertise and supports a centralized library for educational resources that can be used by employees and beneficiaries.

Competencies

Coaching / Training / Mentoring: Actively foster actions required for desired business outcomes through ongoing constructive feedback.

Commitment to Task: Ability to conform to established policies and procedures; exhibit high motivation.

Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.

Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment suite of applications, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.

Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.

Multi-Tasking / Time Management: Prioritize and manage actions to meet changing deadlines and requirements within a high volume, high stress environment.

Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of principles of adult learning; knowledge of competency-based assessment programs; ability to coach people; knowledge of concepts of changing behavior; ability to adapt to multiple learning styles; ability to conduct educational classes in small-medium group size; knowledge of managed care, population health and disease management program strategies.

Working Conditions

Working Conditions:
• Must be available to cover any work shift
• Works within a standard office environment, with minimal travel required
• Extensive computer work with prolonged periods of sitting
• Department of Defense security clearance required

Company Overview

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Benefits

We’re more than just a health care company. We’re passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
• Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid volunteer time

Equal Employment Opportunity

TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws
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via ZipRecruiter posted_at: 26 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Description ABOUT ASPIRE... Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998-in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through-Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation. Our purpose is to prepare Description

ABOUT ASPIRE...

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998-in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through-Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers, and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

JOB SUMMARY

In service of supporting schools to achieve their special education academic and social-emotional targets under the California Community Schools Partnership Program, the Special Populations Administrator plays a key role in the development, coaching, implementation, and delivery of comprehensive special populations behavioral health & MTSS programming at the school site level. This role is primarily focused on assisting schools in developing and refining a vision of site-based, special education behavioral health and MTSS programs that are rigorous, inquiry-based, standards-aligned, and student-collaborative centered. Guided by culturally responsive teaching strategies, the Special Populations Lead supports within the special education academic program to ensure legally compliant and instructionally-effective services for students with exceptional needs; and provides professional development support to school site special education staff.

Reporting to the Principal and in close collaboration with the Aspire Regional Special Education team, this impactful role also supports the development of high-quality pedagogy and instructional practices as aligned to the Aspire Student Learning Framework (ASLF). The Lead will successfully implement a community school strategy for Aspire's Special Populations aligned to the California Community Schools Partnership Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions

Special Populations Program Leadership and Case Management
• Lead projects as assigned by the principal that may include; process improvement, cycle of inquiry-driven instructional improvements, or any other projects required
• Serve in the capacity of Lead Education Specialist:
• Administer academic assessments, write academic assessment reports, and present at IEP meetings
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure that student modifications and accommodations are being appropriately implemented in the general education classroom
• Assist with the development of the master schedule to plan for all special population student needs.
• Support site team with meeting minimum IDEA requirements related to case management
• Input weekly IEP service tracking and meet all IEP timelines
• Regularly collaborate with team members and related service providers to review student data, ensure IEP and behavior plan implementation, co-planning and/or co-teaching.
• Oversee, teach, and implement a student's behavior intervention plan, including gathering and analyzing relevant data regularly, and collaborating with staff members around student plan and progress
• Coordinate the development and implementation of a student's Individualized Transition Program

Instruction, Data & Assessment
• Provide supervision, observation and feedback on the implementation of the curriculum and behavior support for the Education Specialists.
• Identify and participate in school progress monitoring systems, data analysis, and adjustment of strategy and supports to meet Special Populations performance targets.
• Builds capacity through the management and development of Education Specialists and Special Populations Paraprofessional/Instructional Aides.

Behavioral Health
• Leads school leadership teams regarding all students in need of intensive and/or targeted behavioral supports
• Develops, supports, supervises, and provides differentiated training and coaching opportunities to school staff and families regarding schoolwide positive behavior support, classroom management, functional behavior assessment, behavior support plans, alternatives to suspension, and cultural and linguistic considerations in behavior and discipline.
• Ensures the use of best practices in the implementation of pre-referral behavioral interventions, positive behavioral interventions as outlined in the IEP, and implementation of behavior and academic support and intervention plans by collaborating with school psychologists, other specialists, or site staff including providing professional development as needed
• Collaborates with school staff in problem-solving individual, classroom, and school-wide behavioral challenges for students within the special populations program.
• Promotes and supports a team approach in behavior support planning and implementation among the school community, teachers, paraprofessionals, students, and parents.
• Regularly collects and analyzes behavioral data to guide decisions regarding individual student supports, classrooms, and school-wide systems.
• Collaborates with the special education team to design and implement behavior intervention strategies and programs
• Conducts Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) assessments as required by IDEA, and provides behavior consultation to SST members, including support in drafting a strong behavior intervention plan and behavior data tracking systems
• As needed provides thought partnership to school site teammates and Program Specialists who conduct FBA assessments as required by IDEA
• Consult with parents, teachers, and other staff regarding any accommodations/modifications needed for a specific child
• Designs and supports the development of Behavior Intervention Plans
• Develop resources and provide professional learning in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and/or other evidence-based methodologies related to addressing the needs of students with behavioral difficulties

MTSS Systems Alignment, Monitoring, and Staff Development:
• Is a collaborative member of the school leadership team and works on school-wide initiatives and priorities to ensure alignment of instructional practices and MTSS competencies
• Support the school site through an MTSS inventory, engagement, delivery of PDs, and on-the-ground coaching and support to staff in the area of MTSS:
• Design, lead, and support professional development for school ED specialists, SPED support staff, and teachers that is aligned to the Special Education vision. Ensures explicit connections between coaching and professional development with the Transformational Leadership Framework (TLF) and Aspire Students Learning Framework (ASLF) and use of approved instructional tools (Instructional guidelines, pacing guides, etc.).
• In alignment with Aspire's equity commitments, works with the Principal to provide additional resources and/or support universal, targeted, and intensive support within an MTSS framework.
• Analyzes site-level data in multiple content areas to identify school goals and trends. In collaboration with the Principal and regional leadership, co-creates school action plans to address gaps, creating opportunities to implement pedagogy and curriculum that reflect data-supported best practices from inside and outside of the organization, in support of coherent regional and school site priorities and initiatives.

Additional:
• Demonstrate knowledge of and support, the Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, and value statements including antiracism, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Actively seeks to improve and simplify Aspire's approach to particular job functions.
• Comfortable with the utilization of technology in a remote environment.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum educational level:
• Bachelor's degree required, with relevant degree and/or content expertise;

Licensure/Certifications:
• Special Education Teaching Credential (Mild-Moderate Support Needs/Extensive Support Needs) required.
• Pathway to a cleared credential within three years, required
• NCLB Highly Qualified preferred

Experience required:
• 3+ years as a Special Education Teacher required
• 5+ years of teaching and/or administrative experience preferred
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The Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS) courses are offered as full-time hybrid at the undergraduate, M.Ed. and Ed.D. levels. Our programs are considered... online or hybrid in nature, as 100% of the coursework is delivered online or, for hybrid courses, 51% of the coursework is delivered in a face-to-face environment, while 49% is delivered online. We offer multiple programs and certificate options to include: a) Executive The Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
(ELPS) courses are offered as full-time hybrid at the
undergraduate, M.Ed. and Ed.D. levels. Our programs are considered...
online or hybrid in nature, as 100% of the coursework is delivered
online or, for hybrid courses, 51% of the coursework is delivered
in a face-to-face environment, while 49% is delivered online.

We offer multiple programs and certificate options to include: a)
Executive Ed.D. in Professional Leadership – Special Populations;
b) M.Ed. in Special Populations; c) Certification EC-12 Special
Education; Special Education-Supplementary; and Educational
Diagnostician; d) BS in Teaching and Learning with Special
Education Supplementary; e) an undergraduate minor in Special
Populations; and f) a UH certificate in DisABILITY Support. In
addition, programs at the graduate level allow participants to
pursue a certificate in educational administration (principal) with
approval of our colleagues in K-12 Administration.

M.Ed. courses include, but are not limited to: Individuals with
DisABILITIES, Human Learning, Measurement, Behavioral
Interventions, Instructional Interventions, Collaborative
Consultation and Coaching, Assessment, Psychological Processes of
Reading, Gifted and Talented, Assistive Technology, Internship and
Supervision.

Ed.D. courses include, but are not limited to: Learning Science,
Administration and Supervision, Instructional Strategies, Adult
Learning, Professional Writing, Collaborative Consultation and
Coaching, Educational Statistics, Psychological Processes of
Reading, and Research Methods.

Applications for adjunct teaching positions are accepted and
reviewed on a continuous basis. Both the Department Chair and
Program Directors examine applicants.

Adjunct faculty are expected to:
• Employ a variety of pedagogical strategies focused on engaging
adult learners;
• Maintain course-specific records;
• Evaluate student work in a timely manner,
• Provide students with quality feedback as to their advancement
toward meeting student learning objectives;
• Prepare to successfully facilitate face-to-face and online
instruction; and,
• Deliver the pre-developed course content required for either
the Masters or Doctoral degree.

The Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
(ELPS) is committed to meeting the needs of its student learners,
and thus understands the importance of hiring Adjunct Faculty of
the highest quality. As a requirement to begin employment with
ELPS, you must complete the following:
• Complete orientation with M.Ed. or Ed.D. Program Director.
• Read M.Ed. or Ed.D. Handbook.
• Work with the University of Houston College of Education
(UHCOE) Blackboard specialist to develop an understanding of online
learning.

University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications :

To be considered for an adjunct position in the Department of
Educational Leadership & Policy Studies (ELPS), the following
requirements must be met:
• Hold a current Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited
college or university;
• Demonstrated a history of successful experience in the
discipline with particular emphasis on capacity to extend the
programs’ local and regional network of expertise within the
state;
• Hold a valid special education teacching certificate (or
related license)
• 5 years experience in public schools in special education
settings
• Demonstrated competence of assigned course content
area(s);
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a clear understanding of
adult learning theory (engaging adult students);
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students,
and district partners; and,
• Exceptional verbal, written, and electronic communication
skills.

Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a
faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of final
candidate. All positions at the University of Houston are security
sensitive and will require a criminal history check
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via Monster posted_at: 6 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Overview: Under the guidance of the Director of Population Health, this role plays a crucial part in crafting, implementing, and maintaining training programs to support the professional development of clinical and non-clinical staff in Population Health (PH) and Disease Management. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about nurturing talent, ensuring compliance, and fostering a... culture of continuous learning within our organization. Responsibilities: Analyze Overview:

Under the guidance of the Director of Population Health, this role plays a crucial part in crafting, implementing, and maintaining training programs to support the professional development of clinical and non-clinical staff in Population Health (PH) and Disease Management. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about nurturing talent, ensuring compliance, and fostering a... culture of continuous learning within our organization.

Responsibilities:

Analyze training needs and develop comprehensive courses to equip staff with essential skills and knowledge. This includes creating engaging content, visual aids, exercises, and assessments.
Design and deliver synchronous training sessions on various clinical and operational topics, catering to both remote and onsite team members.
Collaborate Communications Specialist to produce educational content for beneficiaries participating in our programs.
Assist in maintaining training documentation, curriculum, and department-specific needs, while adhering to regulatory and accreditation standards.
Contribute to the development of training requirements aligned with organizational goals and participate in policy and procedure development.
Provide constructive feedback and support to employees and leadership, identifying performance and educational needs, and conducting follow-up training sessions as necessary.
Plan and facilitate formal and informal learning activities, including workshops and refresher courses, to promote professional growth.
Stay updated on industry trends and adult education methodologies to continually enhance training programs.
Requirements:

Education & Experience:

Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the appropriate state.
Bachelor's degree in nursing, education, healthcare, or related field.
Minimum of three years' clinical experience with a Managed Care Organization (MCO) or healthcare system, focusing on clinical programs such as Population Health or Chronic Disease Management.
Minimum of two years' experience in training within corporate, healthcare, or academic settings.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and technology-enabled care management tools.
Preferred:

Master's Degree in Nursing, Education, or related field.
Experience with accreditation bodies such as URAC or NCQA.
Competencies:

Coaching / Training / Mentoring
Commitment to Task
Communication / People Skills
Computer Literacy
Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative
Multi-Tasking / Time Management
Team-Building / Team Player
Technical Skills
Working Conditions:

Flexible work shifts may be required.
Primarily office-based role with minimal travel.
Extensive computer work.
Company Overview:

Join a team dedicated to serving our nation's, we've been on a mission to connect America's veterans to quality healthcare in their communities. We value teamwork, offer continuous learning opportunities, and provide a comprehensive benefits package to reward our dedicated employees.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
Short-term and Long-term Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Volunteer Time
Equal Employment Opportunity:

We arean equal employment opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
Employment Type: Full-Time
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via Chronicle Of Higher Education posted_at: 7 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Position Details Position Information... Position Type Faculty Faculty Track Clinical Position Title Director, School of Nursing and Population Health Employment Status Full Time Months 12 Campus Portland, ME Description A visionary leader who will grow and build on the strong programs that already exist in the University of New England, Westbrook College of Health Professions, School of Nursing and Population Health ( SONPH ). The Position Details

Position Information...

Position Type

Faculty

Faculty Track

Clinical

Position Title

Director, School of Nursing and Population Health

Employment Status

Full Time

Months

12

Campus

Portland, ME

Description

A visionary leader who will grow and build on the strong programs
that already exist in the University of New England, Westbrook
College of Health Professions, School of Nursing and Population
Health ( SONPH ). The Program Director oversees all aspects of the
undergraduate nursing and public health programs. This includes a
traditional 4-year baccalaureate of science in nursing ( BSN )
program, two yearly entry points of a 16-month accelerated BSN (
ABSN ) program, and a BS in public health. The Program Director,
responsible for oversight and supervision of faculty and staff,
will provide visionary leadership addressing program organization,
development, expansion and outreach cultivating external
partnerships. Duties also include budgetary oversight with sound,
fiscal management. The Program Director will support faculty in a
shared-governance approach while working collaboratively with the
Dean of the Westbrook College of Health Professions and leadership
at the University of New England.

Responsibilities
• Provide direction and leadership for nursing and public health
programs.
• Provide leadership and mentorship for faculty and staff
development.
• Support research and scholarship endeavors.
• Conduct annual performance evaluations, develop progress plans
and Retention Promotion Tenure reviews as indicated.
• Curricular oversight (course offerings, class schedules,
faculty assignments, content delivery and evaluation).
• Collaborate with other Program Directors, Deans, and
Administration.
• Communicate regularly with the Dean of the Westbrook College of
Health Professions.
• Collaborate with other university offices to optimize processes
and efficiency.
• Represent the SONPH with stakeholders within the College,
University, Community, and stakeholders external to UNE .
• Support and facilitate interprofessional activities and
initiatives at the College and University levels.
• Support and develop curricular and extracurricular activities
in the Interprofessional Simulation and Innovation Center ( ISIC
).
• Lead strategic planning activities for multiple programs within
the SONPH .
• Be accountable for comprehensive program/curriculum review and
academic assessment processes.
• Lead and demonstrate accountability for program accreditation
including annual program e evaluation plans.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory
agencies.
• Develop and manage the program budget.
• Explore alternate sources of funding support including
extramural grants.
• Strong, open leadership style that is transparent in
nature.
• Values faculty governance and faculty autonomy.
• Facilitates team building and collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
• Earned doctorate (PhD, DNS, DNP, EdD)
• Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing
• Current and active license or eligibility as a registered
professional nurse in Maine
• Record of administrative leadership of multiple programs.
• Demonstrated record of new program/and or course
development
• Have an active research/translational research agenda with
demonstrated track record of extramural funding.
• Have a minimum of four years teaching at the Baccalaureate
level
• Progressive evidence of leadership experience in the areas of
administration, and education
• Sophisticated understanding of contemporary issues in nursing
and population health education
• Experience in curriculum development and assessment.
• A background check may be required

EEO Statement Summary

Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the
University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept
of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University
community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate,
discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or
in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex,
physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression,
ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran.
Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding
students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for
employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users
of institutional programs, services, and activities.

COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE)

Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s
immunization requirements for clinical activity.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

2022F0041P

Open Date

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents
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Posting Number req27207 ... Employment Type: Faculty Faculty Type Open Rank Hiring Department COPH Deans Office (304A) Academic Location College of Population Health Benefits Eligible The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page Posting Number
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...
Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type
Open Rank

Hiring Department
COPH Deans Office (304A)

Academic Location
College of Population Health

Benefits Eligible
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The
College of Population Health (COPH) welcomes applications for the Director of
Social Work Program, open rank, tenured and tenure-track faculty to join our
growing college. We are seeking an experienced individual who will be
responsible for the strategic planning and development of this new program at
the COPH.

COPH
is located at the University of New Mexico's Health and Health Sciences, which
is also home to the School of Medicine, College of Nursing, and College of
Pharmacy. The COPH serves New Mexico's communities, government and non-profit
agencies, businesses and health-related organizations. The College as well as the
entire Health and Health Sciences have deep connections to the diverse
communities of Native Americans, Latinos/Hispanics, Asian Americans, and
African Americans who collectively comprise 65% of the New Mexico population.
The COPH's mission is to improve the health and health equity for multiple
communities including low income, underrepresented minorities, and other
marginalized populations.

COPH
supports diversity, equity, and inclusivity throughout the university and the
wider state of New Mexico to foster health and well-being by weaving cultural
humility and respect for all people. We strive to recognize, cultivate and
promote all forms of diversity; to fully understand the health needs of our
communities; and to advance academic and research excellence.
https://opportunity.unm.edu

COPH
aims to educate students to practice social work within New Mexico's
multicultural populations. It will provide leadership by preparing students to
practice social work effectively while responding to emerging issues impacting
our communities. Social work curriculum development, interdisciplinary and
cross-institutional collaboration, and research will provide the infrastructure
to meet these education goals.

The
Director of Social Work will be charged with developing a social work program,
administering the program, creating a curriculum to meet the program's needs,
and teaching social work courses. Strategic planning to meet short- and
long-term goals will be essential. The Director will ensure program success by
collaborating with constituents, internal and external stakeholders, state
mental health agencies, and the social work programs of other higher education
institutions.

Other
duties will include:

Oversight
for the creation of an advisory board, which will provide support, expertise,
and assistance in shaping the overall direction of the program.

Supervision
of all program employees, including a project coordinator, field practicum
coordinator, social work instructors, administrative staff, and student
workers.
• Creation of leadership and learning opportunities for students.
Utilization of online technologies to support program curriculum and
initiatives.
Support for social work research and professional development opportunities to
improve the knowledge and skills of social work practitioners statewide and
faculty at UNMHSC and other institutions.
Working jointly with the New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department
(CYFD) and other applicable agencies and organizations to support state social
work objectives of strengthening family systems, addressing child welfare
issues, identifying vulnerable populations, and similar social work foci.
Collaboration with the School of Medicine Department of Psychiatry to expand
practicum placements.
Providing regular reports of program activities and outcomes to collaborators
and stakeholders, within and outside of the university.
Acting as an advocate for the work of the program with the New Mexico
Legislature, state agencies, and national organizations and agencies.
Active participation in national and state professional and interdisciplinary
organizations and taskforces to encourage the inclusion of social work
initiatives related to research and program planning.
Identifying local, state, and federal funding opportunities to support and
develop the program's mission and goals.
Exploring the possibility of expanding the program nationwide (dependent on
additional funding).
Management of finances to meet program goals.
Pursue grant writing to secure financial support.
Present
on the program's research efforts and activities to leadership.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
• Master's level degree in social work.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Terminal degree (doctorate in social work or a related field).
• Evidence of experience supervising or directly completing a CSWE self-study or for candidacy of a new MSW program. Preference for developing a MSW program within a Health Sciences Center R1 University
• Direct experience coordinating and developing projects and activities, including research.
• Two or more years of experience in social work education and/or social work research.
• Administrative experience including budgetary and grant writing.
• A history of working in public/population health setting or social work setting, or social work-related organization.
• Experience supervising and evaluating staff.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
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Please provide the following documents with your application: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, teaching evaluations, and a list of three professional references.

For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 10/20/2023. This position will remain open until filled.

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