The School of Social Work, Booth University College invites applications from highly qualified candidates for the role of Director of the
School of Social Work. This is a tenure-track appointment at the Associate Professor level. The appointment will commence on January 1,
2024, or a mutually agreeable start day. Our social work program is a well-respected and sought-after program in the province of Manitoba.
The Bachelor of Social Work program is available in a four-year degree program and a two-year after-degree program, with a strong emphasis
on clinical skills. Our faculty have tremendous social work practice and teaching experience, which helps our graduates stand out wherever
they practice. We are an approved program of the Manitoba College of Social Workers (MCSW) for registration in the province of
Manitoba. BSW graduates who register with the MCSW are eligible to take the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) licensing examination.
In 2023, our program was recognized as having one of the highest rates of passing in Canada.
The Director of the School of
Social Work/Associate Professor of Social Work provides administrative leadership to the School of Social Work and oversees
academic/accreditation program reviews, while teaching across the Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) generalist curriculum. The Director provides
leadership and mentorship to faculty that nurtures a culture of research and scholarship excellence. In alignment with Booth UC’s
commitment to education for a better world, the Social Work program is committed to values of social justice, including anti-oppression,
anti-racism, and reconciliation. The successful candidate will model these principles and create an environment that is critically reflexive
and inclusive for students and faculty, and the communities we serve.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB/ROLES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Administration – Administrative duties include academic leadership and
accreditation program reviews. The field practica program and Coordinator are supervised by the Director.
· Teaching
– Faculty teaching responsibilities normally include six three credit hour courses per year. Courses range from the introductory
level to advanced seminars. Faculty at Booth University College are also responsible for all academic advising. The faculty member will
provide supervision to a group of students in the field education practica.
• Service – The successful
candidate will serve on faculty and University College committees, participate in the life of the University College and act as an academic
advisor for students.
• Research – Faculty responsibilities also include scholarly activities of research and
publication connected to the candidate’s expertise in social work practice.
QUALIFICATIONS
All
applicants must possess a minimum requirement of a doctorate in Social Work; a combination of equivalent credential and experience will be
considered. Candidates should possess a minimum of 5 years of experience in Social Work with an equivalent experience of 5 years in
post-secondary teaching. A satisfactory Criminal Record Check certificate must be provided. The successful candidate must have an active
Christian faith and a commitment to the integration of faith and learning in a Christian university-level setting and must be registered or
eligible for registration with the Manitoba College of Social Workers.
To Apply
Application materials
should include:
Please submit the above in confidence to the Human Resources Generalist; Booth University College by
email: [email protected].
The anticipated
starting date for the position is January 1, 2024.
This is a full -time position with 37.5 hours per week. We provide competitive
compensation package which is dependent on skills and qualifications. In addition to the compensation package, we also provide a benefits
package that includes health, dental, and other group benefits, vacation and sick leave, RRSP, and a tuition bursary program. Booth
University College offers a stimulating university college environment, a mission-driven purpose, and the opportunity to contribute to
change as Booth UC moves forward on its commitment to its mission: Education for a Better World.
(The
description of essential functions above illustrates various types of work performed but is not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned
by your supervisor. Given the nature of the organization and the workload, it is expected that all employees be flexible. Booth University
College may revise the job description, title, reporting relationship and job duties.)
All qualified candidates are encouraged
to apply however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
Applications will be reviewed as received until
position is filled.
About Booth University College
Booth University College is an
undergraduate Christian institution centrally located in Winnipeg. We are rooted in The Salvation Army’s history of meeting the needs
of the most vulnerable in society and are committed to “Education for a Better World” as described in our mission statement:
William and Catherine Booth University College, a Christian university college rooted in The Salvation Army’s Wesleyan
theological tradition, brings together Christian faith, rigorous scholarship and a passion for service. The University College educates
students to understand the complexities of our world, to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be active contributors to society,
and to know how Christian faith compels them to bring hope, social justice and mercy into our world.
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