Position Overview
Duties:
This position is primarily responsible for matching and placing Social Work, Social Services, and Child and Youth Care students in practicum placements. Key responsibilities include:
Recruiting new practicum sites and maintaining relationships with existing onesOrienting agencies, supervisors, and mentors to VIU program practices and proceduresDeveloping and maintaining practicum materials and resourcesMatching students to appropriate practicum sites using placement softwareGenerating reports, forms, and supporting materials for practice education and student orientationsCollaborating with faculty and staff on practice education initiativesImplementing education and recognition activities for community agencies and mentorsParticipating in placement networks and meetings at the program, faculty, and regional levels This role may require travel to various...