"Program Presenter-On-Call"

Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The MSU School of Social Work, within the College of Social Science, is dedicated to educating students for ethical, competent, responsive, and innovative social practice, and to conducting and disseminating high quality research that improves the well-being of the most vulnerable in society. Our teaching, research, and outreach synergistically promote social justice, positive change, and solutions to the problems facing broad cross section individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. More than 600 students are enrolled in our CSWE- accredited BASW and MSW programs, and our PhD program.

The School Social Work Certificate equips MSW students to become effective school-based practitioners, addressing the needs of K-12 students, families, and educational systems. We seek liaisons with experience in school social work to support field placements that align with state requirements, certificate expectations, and the professional development of emerging school social workers. This is a project paid position.

Primary functions of this role include:

• Conduct school-based agency visits to monitor student progress and assess fit.
• Serve as a liaison between the Field Education Office, student, and school-based supervisor.
• Maintain contact with students to provide feedback and guidance.
• Facilitate field seminars focused on school-based interventions, systems, and policy.
• Monitor and report on student progress and address placement issues as needed.
• Review learning agreements and evaluations to ensure alignment with school social work competencies.
• Assist with placement transitions, service continuity, and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with state and certificate documentation requirements.