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.

We are seeking experienced clinical social workers to serve as Field Liaisons to MSW students in clinical settings throughout Michigan, supporting both integrative field seminar-based learning and field supervision.  This is a project paid position.

Primary functions of this role include:

- Conduct field visits to clinical settings to support student and agency collaboration

- Serve as the primary liaison between the Field Education Office, student, and agency

- Maintain ongoing contact with students to assess learning needs and address challenges

- Organize and facilitate integrative field seminars focused on clinical case review, professional use of self, and evidence-based interventions

- Keep the field coordinator informed of students’ clinical development and concerns

- Collaborate with students and field instructors to resolve placement issues and enhance clinical learning opportunities

- Review and approve students’ learning agreements and evaluations for alignment with clinical competency standards

- Complete documentation and program requirements by stated deadlines

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Social Work

Minimum Requirements

- LMSW with a minimum of 3 years post-MSW clinical social work experience by date of employment

- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical social work competencies and supervision practices

- Experience in mental health, behavioral health, or integrative care settings

- Experience facilitating negotiation, conflict resolution or mediation skills

- Experience facilitating small groups

- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications

- Previous experience as a field instructor, liaison, or clinical supervisor

- Training or experience in trauma-informed care, interprofessional collaboration, or evidence-based practice

- Knowledge of licensure preparation and clinical documentation standards

- Familiarity with adult learning principles and student development

Required Application Materials

Interested candidates should send:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current resume or CV

Special Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled.  Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis.

Work Hours

This is an on-call project pay position.

Review of Applications Begins On

10/27/2025

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

www.socialwork.msu.edu

Department Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.