Assistant Professor - Licensed Social Worker (PhD/DSW in Social Work)

The University of Minnesota's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a licensed social worker with a doctorate (PhD/DSW in Social Work) for an academic track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Level.

Candidates should have experience with psychosis research, clinical care, and innovative program development. The candidate will be familiar with all components of the coordinated specialty care model to treat psychosis, including individual resiliency training, supported education and employment, family education, case management, and peer support. The candidate should have experience providing supervision, consultation, and training for coordinated specialty care teams, as well as experience providing direct care to clients and families in a team-based care setting. Experience with project management and grant writing is also preferred.

Candidates should have experience with teaching and interprofessional education. This includes but is not limited to, teaching courses or didactics across disciplines, supervising learners of various disciplines, and participating in interdisciplinary research teams. Familiarity with curriculum models, teaching pedagogy, and accreditation standards for social work and other behavioral health-related disciplines is preferred.

Preferred candidates would also have interest in and experience with leadership opportunities related to diversity, equity, inclusion, well-being, and social work education.

This is a unique opportunity to combine the delivery of care with education on effective outcomes and the development of care delivery systems. The faculty member in this role will exercise creativity in clinical care and clinical programming, teach and supervise outstanding trainees, and have the opportunity to be involved in research. The successful applicant will join an active and growing department of 72 highly collaborative and engaged faculty members. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusive excellence in enriching the employment experience of its employees and supporting the academic mission, and is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

Required Qualifications:
*Clinical, research, and academic interest and experience in psychosis and team-based care
*Experience leading and developing team-based care efforts
*Experience with interprofessional education and teaching and supervision across disciplines
*Clinical, research, and academic interest and experience in DEI and wellbeing-related work
*Graduate of a doctoral social work program (PhD/DSW)
*Licensed as an LICSW and board-approved supervisor in Minnesota, or ability to obtain Minnesota licensure and approval
*Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges

Preferred Qualifications:
*Project management certificate
*Experience with providing training and consultation
*Skills in grant writing
*Familiarity with curriculum models, teaching pedagogy, and accreditation standards for social work and other behavioral health disciplines

The Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences consists of an outstanding team of researchers, clinicians, and educators who provide world-class expertise in psychiatric illness, treatment, scholarship, and scientific discovery.

Our mission is to:

• Create and disseminate new knowledge in the science of mental health
• Provide effective and innovative clinical care programs to alleviate the suffering of mental illness and promote mental resilience
• Train the next generation of interprofessional experts who will be leaders in Minnesota and beyond
• Engage in compassionate and vigorous outreach and advocacy on issues relevant to psychiatric illness, treatment, and research

You can find more information on our website at https://med.umn.edu/psychiatry.

Pay Range: This role is dually employed by the University of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians. Salary at the University of Minnesota is dependent upon academic effort of the person hired, and begins at $55,000.

Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through University of Minnesota Physicians. Total salary is competitive with market and based on AAMC salary benchmarks.

Applicants should complete this application and also an application for a position with the University of Minnesota Physicians.

Time Appointment: 75%-100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).