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UPMC Senior Communities

Social Worker - MSW

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$28.09 - $40.54/hr

Primary Responsibilities: • Provide resource-specific information and facilitate referrals for patients and families. • Mentor social work students and serve as a field instructor for MSW ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for social work field instructor in the United States is $22.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Social Work Field Instructor, your weekly responsibilities typically include supervising and mentoring social work students during their field placements, providing regular feedback, and facilitating reflective discussions about their client work. You'll coordinate with academic programs to ensure learning goals are met and may also conduct evaluations or collaborate with agency staff to align expectations. The role often involves balancing direct client work with instructional tasks, so organizational and time management skills are essential. This structured yet dynamic environment provides opportunities to develop leadership and contribute to the professional growth of future social workers.

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To thrive as a Social Work Field Instructor, you need a solid background in social work practice, supervision, and a relevant degree such as a Master of Social Work (MSW). Familiarity with case management software, electronic documentation systems, and state licensing or certification requirements is often necessary. Strong mentorship, communication, and critical thinking skills help foster student growth and navigate complex client situations. These competencies ensure effective guidance for social work students and uphold ethical, high-quality field education experiences.

What is a Social Work Field Instructor job?

A Social Work Field Instructor is a licensed professional responsible for supervising and mentoring social work students during their field placements. They provide guidance, support, and evaluation to help students develop their skills in real-world practice settings. Field Instructors ensure that students meet educational objectives while adhering to ethical and professional standards. They also collaborate with universities to align field experiences with academic requirements.

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Social Work Instructor (part-time)

Social Work Instructor (part-time)

Mott Community College

Flint, MI

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position Information
Posting Number Position Title Social Work Instructor (part-time) Employee Group PT Faculty Starting Salary $1,158 per contact hour Compensation Details
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Part Time Faculty Benefits
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications. In addition, full-time faculty have the following key responsibilities which are described more fully below in the Essential Duties/Major Accountabilities section:
  • Professional Development
  • Curriculum Development
  • Collegial Responsibilities
  • Actively participate in efforts focused on the College's operational success.
  • Communication
  • Commitment to upholding the College's strategic initiatives.
  • Safety

Specific Teaching Assignment:
Faculty member will be responsible for teaching classes in Social Work. Current courses include: Intro to Social Work, Programs- Community Welfare, Child Welfare, Intro to Substance Abuse, Substance Abuse Services & Policies, Intro to Community Development, and Social Work with the Aged. As curriculum develops to meet student needs, the teaching assignment may involve other courses within this discipline.
Minimum Requirements
1. Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
2. State of Michigan Certification.
Holds a current Certified Advance Drug and Alcohol Certificate (CAADC).
3. Two years of documented work experience related to social work.
4. Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.
5. Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
6. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
7. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
8. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
9. Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.
10. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and college objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain collegial relationships with students, peers, staff, and administrators; skill in oral and written communication.
 A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidate's expense, by a professional evaluation service.
Additional Desirable Qualifications
1. Higher education teaching experience.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
1. The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
2. S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
3. The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
4. S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
5. If applicable, must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry. Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves.
Work Schedule
Faculty are required to respond to students within 24 business hours and will make additional provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.
Additional Information
Applicants will be offered courses at the Thumb Correctional Facility.
Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.
If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.
Additional Application Deadline Information
The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Application Deadline Equal Opportunity Summary
As an equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran's status, age, disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0024. Title II, ADA, Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0373. Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, (810) 762-0191.

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