Colby-Sawyer College is a comprehensive liberal arts-based institution located in the scenic Lake Sunapee area of New Hampshire. We have friendly people, beautiful nature, and small-town amenities and shops. We are located about 35 minutes south of Dartmouth College and just 1 hour 30 minutes from Boston. For more information see Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce, NH .
We strive to always be a people-first organization. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment for all employees. If you are looking for a place where you will feel welcome and that you belong, Colby-Sawyer College is that place.
Colby-Sawyer is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are encouraged to share what they can offer and how they can help us to achieve and maintain these values in their cover letter.
Interested candidates may also visit Human Resources in Colgate Hall Room 230, Monday through Friday from 8am - 5pm, to alternatively complete a paper application.
Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
Colby-Sawyer College is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment which celebrates multiple perspectives. Under institutional policy, as well as under state and federal law (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the Age Discrimination Act), Colby-Sawyer College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices or its admission practices on the basis of race or ethnicity; color; national origin; religion; age; mental or physical disability; parental, family or marital status; veteran status; or sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or gender expression). Further, Colby-Sawyer College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.
The college recognizes that harassment related to an individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression can occur in conjunction with misconduct related to an individual's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, or disability. Targeting individuals on the basis of these characteristics is also a violation of the college policy. Under these circumstances, the college will coordinate the investigation and resolution efforts outlined in the college’s Sex-based Discrimination and Sex-based Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures as well as the Code of Community Responsibility (for students) and Employee Handbook (for employees), to address harassment related to the targeted individual's sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression together with the conduct related to the targeted individual’s race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age or disability.
The Master of Social Work (MSW) Program at Colby-Sawyer College invites applications for a part-time (20 hours per week) Coordinator of Practicum Education. This staff position supports the Director of Practicum Education in the coordination, administration, and ongoing strengthening of practicum education within a student-centered, fully online MSW program.
The Coordinator will assist with student placement processes, agency communication, practicum documentation, site supervisor support, virtual site visits, and monitoring of student progress in practicum settings. The role is intended to provide direct support to the Practicum Director and to help ensure that students, agencies, and site supervisors have a clear, organized, and responsive practicum experience.
Start date is January 4, 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the vetting, approval, and ongoing communication with practicum agencies and supervisors.
- Support placement processes, including student matching and completion of required practicum documentation and agency clearances.
- Support the maintenance of practicum manuals, policies, forms, orientation materials, and assessment tools.
- Assist with site instructor orientation and training.
- Support data collection related to practicum placement, student progress, and CSWE competency assessment.
- Participate in virtual site visits and placement check-ins.
- Identify and respond to placement concerns in consultation with the Director of Practicum Education.
- Communicate with students, field instructors, faculty, and advisors regarding practicum-related needs.
- Support the development of new practicum opportunities, particularly in New Hampshire and the Northeast.
- Assist with practicum-related accreditation documentation and continuous quality improvement activities.
- Monitor assigned field placements and communicate with Program Director regarding any disruptions or issues.
- Collaborate with academic advisors and instructors to address academic and professional issues as they relate to student practicum placements.
- Attend weekly program meetings (attendance at monthly departmental and faculty meetings is optional.)
- An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program.
- At least two years of post-MSW clinical experience.
- Experience working with placing social work students in practicum/field settings, field supervision, and social work field education.
- Knowledge of behavioral health, medical social work, school social work, child welfare, or other community-based practice settings relevant to MSW education.
Preferred Experience:
- LICSW, LCSW, or equivalent independent clinical social work licensure.
- Experience serving as a site supervisor, practicum liaison, or practicum coordinator within a CSWE-accredited social work program.
- Experience working in an online or hybrid higher education environment.
- Familiarity with online practicum management systems (e.g. Time2Track, Sonia, Tevera).
- Experience developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with community agencies and practicum education partners.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize among multiple projects while maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to the social work profession, ethical practice, and anti-racist, anti-oppressive practices.
- Knowledge of the New Hampshire practicum landscape, including community agencies, healthcare systems, schools, and nonprofit organizations that support MSW practicum education.
This position is initially structured as a part-time, 20-hour-per-week role. Depending upon student enrollment, practicum placement volume, program need, and institutional approval, the position may be considered for conversion to a full-time.
Candidates, please submit the following:
- A letter of interest addressing your qualifications, experience with social work practicum education, and interest in joining the Colby-Sawyer College MSW Program.
- Current curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
- Contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate.
All materials must be submitted for an application to be reviewed, and formal review of materials will begin on August 24, 2026. Questions may be directed to MSW Program Director [email protected].
