Open Rank Professor, Social Work - F00305

Job Summary

The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Mercy University is seeking candidates for an Open Rank multiple year contract Professor in Social Work for its undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program. This position will support the delivery of the BSW program and contribute to the continued growth of the Social Work program at Mercy University. The Social Work program is also in the process of developing a Master of Social Work (MSW) program, and the successful candidate will contribute to program development, curriculum planning, and related initiatives as the program expands.

Applicants must hold a PhD in Social Work from an accredited institution and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE accredited program. Candidates must possess current licensure in social work and have at least two years of professional social work practice experience.

Candidates should demonstrate experience teaching at the undergraduate level and a commitment to teaching excellence. Familiarity with Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) standards and program assessment processes is preferred. Candidates are encouraged to demonstrate engagement in the field through professional development, publications, research, or grant activity related to social work or closely related disciplines.

We welcome applications from candidates with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative academic environment. Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to working within a historically Hispanic institution and a multicultural setting.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities

Teaching, service, field education coordination, and maintaining currency in the field are primary responsibilities for this multiple year contract faculty position. The faculty will teach in the Social Work program and serve as the Practicum Education Coordinator for the BSW program and the developing MSW program.

Core faculty are expected to teach four courses per semester. Courses may include social work practice, policy, research, human behavior in the social environment, and field seminar courses. Instruction may occur in person on the Dobbs Ferry and Bronx campuses, and through distance learning technology. Teaching assignments are determined by the Department Head.

Preferred Skills

• Experience coordinating or supporting practicum education in a CSWE-accredited social work program.
• Demonstrated ability to build and sustain partnerships with community agencies and organizations.
• Experience with curriculum development and program assessment aligned with CSWE standards.
• Engagement in scholarship, including publications, presentations, or grant-related work.
• Experience teaching in multiple modalities, including in-person, hybrid, and online formats.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching and mentoring, particularly for diverse and first-generation student populations.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Experience

• Teach undergraduate and, as appropriate, graduate courses in the Social Work program.
• Coordinate the BSW and MSW practicum education programs, including student placement in approved field agencies.
• Develop and maintain community partnerships that support student practicum placements.
• Collaborate with practicum supervisors to support student learning and professional development in practicum education settings.
• Monitor student progress in practicum education placements and conduct site visits and evaluations as needed.
• Ensure practicum education policies and practices align with CSWE standards and program assessment requirements.
• Participate in departmental, school, and university service activities, including committees and program initiatives.
• Maintain currency in the field of social work through professional development, scholarship, research, or other professional engagement.

Education Requirements

• PhD in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure in Social Work (e.g., LCSW or LMSW) in New York State or eligibility for licensure in New York State.

Additional Information

This position offers a collaborative academic environment with opportunities for innovation, interdisciplinary engagement, and professional growth. As a full-time core faculty member, the selected candidate may not hold concurrent full-time employment at another institution.

Application Instructions

To learn more about the Behavioral Science program and the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, please visit https://www.mercy.edu/academics/school-social-behavioral-sciences.

Interested applicants should submit the following materials:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Teaching philosophy
4. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)
5. Official Transcripts
6. Names and contact information for three professional references

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received before October 1, 2026, will be given preference. Electronic applications are required and must include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of at least three references. Candidates must apply online.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

Benefits Eligible

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

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