"Visiting Assistant College Lecturer"

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Business TitleVisiting Assistant College LecturerDepartmentSchool of Social WorkPosting CategoryFacultySalary PlanVisiting Faculty - VISJob SummaryThe Cleveland State University’s School of Social Work invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant College Lecturer, beginning August 19th, 2024. The successful candidate must be able to develop and teach graduate and undergraduate level courses, in our online and traditional programs. Applicants’ areas of clinical expertise can be varied (e.g., trauma-informed care, behavioral health), as well as advanced clinical training in evidence supported modalities. Applicants with experience in other curricular areas such as policy and practice, disparities & inclusion, and human behavior are encouraged to apply. This is a 9-month position with a normal teaching load of 8 courses per year. This is not a remote position, and the successful candidate is expected to be active and engaged on campus.

CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

The School of Social Work is housed in the College of Health (COH) along with the departments of Communication Sciences & Disorders, Health Sciences & Human Performance, Music Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and the School of Nursing. Together, the College includes more than 23 certificates, undergraduate and graduate health professions and nursing programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice and scholarship activities. The College of Health operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training to our students and health care to our communities. The College deeply understands its role in advancing health equity, uniquely preparing practitioners and clinicians to practice and lead in a rapidly changing healthcare system.

• Minimum QualificationsMaster of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited university;
• At least two years post-MSW practice experience;
• Social work license or ability to be licensed in the state of Ohio;
• Evidence of capacity for effective teaching; and
• Minimum of two years teaching experience and familiarity with using Blackboard (or comparable Learning Management Systems) and online teaching and assessment tools.

• Preferred QualificationsPh.D. in Social Work or related field;
• LISW or equivalent;
• Two-year experience working with diverse populations and have the ability to contribute to our goal to graduate culturally responsive students.

Date grant, position, or appointment expires (For Funds Available, Temporary, and Waiver of Posting05/14/2025Special Instructions to ApplicantsApplicant InstructionsApplications will only be accepted online at hrjobs.csuohio.edu. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by April 1, 2024. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Seck at m.seck@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Experience / Teaching Evaluations
• List of Courses Taught
• Diversity Statement
• Contact information for 3 references (references will be contacted to upload letter of support)
• Optional – License/Certificate
• Optional – Unofficial transcript

Applications are accepted online only and should include a letter of interest, teaching evaluations if available, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. The letter of interest should explicitly state how the candidate meets each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. Applicants with teaching experience must include evidence of capacity for effective teaching (list of courses taught and teaching evaluations or reviews – as many as are available).

Cleveland State University is an urban campus serving a racially, culturally, and economically diverse student body. Diversity is extremely important to CSU. Explain your experience serving diverse students and how you will make a positive contribution to CSU’s inclusive community. For applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience, note how your work will contribute to CSU’s commitment to diversity and mission as an urban serving university.

CSU is an urban university with more than 15,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.

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School of Social Work

Job Summary:

The Cleveland State University’s School of Social Work invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant College Lecturer, beginning August 19th, 2024. The successful candidate must be able to develop and teach graduate and undergraduate level courses, in our online and traditional programs. Applicants’ areas of clinical expertise can be varied (e.g., trauma-informed care, behavioral health), as well as advanced clinical training in evidence supported modalities. Applicants with experience in other curricular areas such as policy and practice, disparities & inclusion, and human behavior are encouraged to apply. This is a 9-month position with a normal teaching load of 8 courses per year. This is not a remote position, and the successful candidate is expected to be active and engaged on campus.

CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

The School of Social Work is housed in the College of Health (COH) along with the departments of Communication Sciences & Disorders, Health Sciences & Human Performance, Music Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and the School of Nursing. Together, the College includes more than 23 certificates, undergraduate and graduate health professions and nursing programs all designed to provide clinical and experiential learning, interprofessional practice and scholarship activities. The College of Health operates two on-site health clinics that provide hands-on training to our students and health care to our communities. The College deeply understands its role in advancing health equity, uniquely preparing practitioners and clinicians to practice and lead in a rapidly changing healthcare system.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited university;
• At least two years post-MSW practice experience;
• Social work license or ability to be licensed in the state of Ohio;
• Evidence of capacity for effective teaching; and
• Minimum of two years teaching experience and familiarity with using Blackboard (or comparable Learning Management Systems) and online teaching and assessment tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Social Work or related field;
• LISW or equivalent;
• Two-year experience working with diverse populations and have the ability to contribute to our goal to graduate culturally responsive students.

Applicant Instructions:

Applications will only be accepted online at hrjobs.csuohio.edu. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by April 1, 2024. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Seck at m.seck@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Experience / Teaching Evaluations
• List of Courses Taught
• Diversity Statement
• Contact information for 3 references (references will be contacted to upload letter of support)
• Optional – License/Certificate
• Optional – Unofficial transcript

Applications are accepted online only and should include a letter of interest, teaching evaluations if available, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three professional references. The letter of interest should explicitly state how the candidate meets each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. Applicants with teaching experience must include evidence of capacity for effective teaching (list of courses taught and teaching evaluations or reviews – as many as are available).

Cleveland State University is an urban campus serving a racially, culturally, and economically diverse student body. Diversity is extremely important to CSU. Explain your experience serving diverse students and how you will make a positive contribution to CSU’s inclusive community. For applicants who have not yet had the opportunity for such experience, note how your work will contribute to CSU’s commitment to diversity and mission as an urban serving university.

CSU is an urban university with more than 15,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.

Posted Date03/08/2024Close Date/Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledYesReview Begins04/01/2024Tentative Start DateAugust 19th 2024