Adjunct Instructor, Department of Social Work

Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Kansas City

School of Education, Social Work and Psychological
Sciences

Department of Social Work

For more information regarding the School of Education, Social
Work and Psychological Sciences, please visit:
https://seswps.umkc.edu/

Job Description

The UMKC School of Education, Social Work and Psychological
Sciences, Department of Social Work invites applications for a
part-time adjunct instructor in its Advanced Generalist MSW Degree
Program. This position involves working with the MSW Chair and
Program Director and following the specific course syllabus,
including the requisite assessment criteria and measures. All
required courses are conducted in-person.

The courses that are taught by social work adjuncts vary each
semester and include both required courses and elective courses.
Required courses focus on general social work practice, advanced
social work practice, human development and theories, organization
and community development and theories, research, program
evaluation, policy, systemic imbalances, and Capstone. Electives
vary more so and generally are in a specific service sector, with a
specific population or a specific topic, these can include social
work practice in schools, health care, substance use disorders,
gerontology, mental health, trauma, child welfare, ethics,
violence, grief & loss, disabilities, immigrants &
refugees, diagnostics, or groups. Applicants are strongly
encouraged in their cover letter to articulate their social work
practice areas of expertise.

The Department of Social Work Vision Statement: UMKC Department of
Social Work will become a model urban, professional school
recognized for its partnership within diverse communities to
effectively collaborate and sustain a safe, more economically
secure quality of life.

Mission Statement: To prepare competent, advance generalist social
work practitioners to meet the needs of multi-cultural populations
in a dynamic mid-western metropolitan context; to be culturally
proficient, ethical leaders and service providers engaged in
knowledge-driven, inter-professional, multi-systemic,
community-based practice; enhance human wellbeing, and support
individual’s capacity to address their own needs.

Goals:

• To prepare culturally proficient advanced generalist social

work leaders and practitioners to provide human services for
multi-cultural populations.

• To prepare advanced generalist social work leaders and

practitioners to engage in interdisciplinary scientific inquiry,
and critical thinking.

• To prepare advanced generalist social work leaders and

practitioners to develop and implement multi-systemic, multi-level
evidence-based practices.

• To prepare advanced generalist social workers that understand

and identify with the social work profession and are committed to
upholding the values and ethics of the profession that serve to
guide professional practice.

• To prepare advanced generalist social workers to advocate for

social and economic justice through collaboration with
multicultural diverse communities.

UMKC is a comprehensive urban university in the land-grant
tradition and training for the Advanced Generalist MSW is seen as
an important part of that tradition.

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position, and employment
is contingent upon class enrollment. Hours will vary depending on
opportunity.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• An MSW from a CSWE accredited program.
• A strong record of professional experience in areas specific to

the course topic.

• An ability to help design and deliver with quality a course to

meet its learning outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous teaching experience at the College or University level in
Social Work.

Application Materials

You must combine all application materials (a letter expressing
interest in and perspectives on the position, curriculum vita, a
writing sample and other supporting materials, as well as contact
information of four references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word
document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name
to 50 characters. Size limit 11MB. Do not include special
characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

References will not be contacted until advanced stages of
screening, and candidates will receive prior notification.

For questions about the position, contact
umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu, including the Job ID number and the
name of the position.

If you are experiencing technical problems while applying, please
email: umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

An official copy of transcripts(s), showing degree(s) with courses
completed, and conferring institutions will be required before an
official offer is made to the candidate.

Handling of Application Materials

After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be
shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For
affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with
all faculty in all departments involved.

Application Deadline

Application materials are solicited on an ongoing basis to ensure
we have a strong talent pool to source from in the event of a
vacancy.

Sponsorship Information

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The
University will not sponsor applicants for this position for
employment visas.

Other Information

For further information about this position, please contact the
Department Chair, Steven Onken via e-mail at onkens@umkc.edu.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban
community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its
modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic
group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone.
From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife,
casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have
no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s
biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous
barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found
throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza
joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the
action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country
Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or
after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and
eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near
University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy
Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and
its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding
community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more
resources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals
in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the
Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan,
please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at
https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an
Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity
& Title IX at 816-235-6910.