New River Community College
Assistant Professor of Social Work
New River Community College, New Britain, Connecticut, us, 06051
[C25-080]
Assistant Professor of Social Work College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join the Department of Social Work as a full-time tenure-track assistant professor, beginning academic year 2026-2027. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to advancing social justice, promoting equity, and preparing the next generation of social work professionals. If you are looking to shape the future of the social work profession, we encourage you to apply.
For over 175 years we have pursued academic excellence and innovation, and we invite you to be a part of our mission here at CCSU. Explore the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and the broader community, please visit CCSU to learn more.
About CCSU's College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences The College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences provides students with a comprehensive inter-professional education, equipping them with the essential skills and experience needed for careers in various health and human service fields. Collaborative programs emphasize holistic, patient-centered approaches including prevention, assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and chronic illness management. These programs and practical experiences foster cultural competency and advocacy in healthcare and human services, empowering students to become transformative leaders in health and rehabilitation sciences.
About CCSU's Department of Social Work The Social Work Department is proud to build on the longstanding success of our diverse and thriving Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, which has consistently prepared students to serve and advocate for individuals, families, and communities across a wide range of practice settings. Our BSW program has been recognized for its strong community partnerships, commitment to equity and inclusion, and focus on real-world, hands‑on learning experiences.
In Fall 2024, the department launched its new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, expanding opportunities for advanced trauma-informed professional training and leadership development. The MSW program is designed to prepare graduates for specialized practice, leadership roles, and impactful clinical work, while continuing to emphasize our department's core values of social justice, cultural humility, and ethical practice. With the addition of the MSW program, the department remains deeply committed to supporting a diverse student body and meeting the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
Position Profile The Department of Social Work is seeking a dedicated and experienced clinical faculty member to join our team and support both our well-established BSW program and our recently launched MSW program. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to preparing students for effective practice across diverse populations and settings.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching clinical practice courses across the curriculum, day and evenings, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Supervising student field placements and providing clinical mentorship.
Advising and supporting student professional development.
Engaging in curriculum development and program assessment.
Participating in department, university, and community service.
Applicant Evaluative Criteria
Education:
All applicants must possess a Ph.D., Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) or closely related field.
Experience and Training:
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. A minimum of five (5) years of post-master's direct clinical social work experience. Demonstrated experience teaching clinical social work courses at the graduate level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to applicants with the following: Doctorate in Social Work (PhD, DSW, or equivalent), experience in curriculum development, accreditation, and program assessment, experience supervising field placements or clinical supervision of students, experience working with community partnerships.
To Apply To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by
February 4, 2026 :
Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
Current detailed résumé or Curriculum Vitae.
Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E‑mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.
Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Reinaldo Rojas, Ph.D., MSW, Search Committee Chair, at Reinaldo.rojas@ccsu.edu. Emails must have the subject line “TTA- Assistant Professor in Social Work”.
Compensation and Employee Benefits In accordance with the Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Collective Bargaining Union Contract, compensation for this position begins at the Assistant Professor level for 2026-2027. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. For more information on the AAUP Collective Bargaining Agreement, please visit AAUP.
The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.
Fringe benefits include: paid personal leave and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.
For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.
As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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Assistant Professor of Social Work College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Central Connecticut State University invites applications to join the Department of Social Work as a full-time tenure-track assistant professor, beginning academic year 2026-2027. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to advancing social justice, promoting equity, and preparing the next generation of social work professionals. If you are looking to shape the future of the social work profession, we encourage you to apply.
For over 175 years we have pursued academic excellence and innovation, and we invite you to be a part of our mission here at CCSU. Explore the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and the broader community, please visit CCSU to learn more.
About CCSU's College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences The College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences provides students with a comprehensive inter-professional education, equipping them with the essential skills and experience needed for careers in various health and human service fields. Collaborative programs emphasize holistic, patient-centered approaches including prevention, assessments, diagnoses, treatment plans, and chronic illness management. These programs and practical experiences foster cultural competency and advocacy in healthcare and human services, empowering students to become transformative leaders in health and rehabilitation sciences.
About CCSU's Department of Social Work The Social Work Department is proud to build on the longstanding success of our diverse and thriving Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program, which has consistently prepared students to serve and advocate for individuals, families, and communities across a wide range of practice settings. Our BSW program has been recognized for its strong community partnerships, commitment to equity and inclusion, and focus on real-world, hands‑on learning experiences.
In Fall 2024, the department launched its new Master of Social Work (MSW) program, expanding opportunities for advanced trauma-informed professional training and leadership development. The MSW program is designed to prepare graduates for specialized practice, leadership roles, and impactful clinical work, while continuing to emphasize our department's core values of social justice, cultural humility, and ethical practice. With the addition of the MSW program, the department remains deeply committed to supporting a diverse student body and meeting the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
Position Profile The Department of Social Work is seeking a dedicated and experienced clinical faculty member to join our team and support both our well-established BSW program and our recently launched MSW program. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to preparing students for effective practice across diverse populations and settings.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching clinical practice courses across the curriculum, day and evenings, at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Supervising student field placements and providing clinical mentorship.
Advising and supporting student professional development.
Engaging in curriculum development and program assessment.
Participating in department, university, and community service.
Applicant Evaluative Criteria
Education:
All applicants must possess a Ph.D., Doctorate of Social Work (DSW) or closely related field.
Experience and Training:
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. A minimum of five (5) years of post-master's direct clinical social work experience. Demonstrated experience teaching clinical social work courses at the graduate level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to applicants with the following: Doctorate in Social Work (PhD, DSW, or equivalent), experience in curriculum development, accreditation, and program assessment, experience supervising field placements or clinical supervision of students, experience working with community partnerships.
To Apply To begin the application process, select the “Apply” button and electronically submit the following documents by
February 4, 2026 :
Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position.
Current detailed résumé or Curriculum Vitae.
Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers.
Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E‑mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.
Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Reinaldo Rojas, Ph.D., MSW, Search Committee Chair, at Reinaldo.rojas@ccsu.edu. Emails must have the subject line “TTA- Assistant Professor in Social Work”.
Compensation and Employee Benefits In accordance with the Connecticut State University American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Collective Bargaining Union Contract, compensation for this position begins at the Assistant Professor level for 2026-2027. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. For more information on the AAUP Collective Bargaining Agreement, please visit AAUP.
The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.
Fringe benefits include: paid personal leave and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.
For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.
As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
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