Hudson Guild
Social Work Training and Field Education Manager
Hudson Guild, New York, New York, United States, 10001
Social Work Training & Field Education Manager
Hudson Guild is seeking a mission-driven Social Work Training & Field Education Manager to lead our social work internship program and serve as a bridge between academic institutions and our community-based social service practice. This role plays a critical part in developing future social workers, supporting workforce development, and enhancing the agency's commitment to quality service delivery and learning. The ideal candidate brings a passion for coaching and developing talent, a deep understanding of clinical and macro practice, and a strong commitment to community work. The role also works collaboratively with program leadership and HR to ensure consistent intern experience across the organization. Internship Program Leadership
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of the agency's social work internship program Serve as the primary liaison between Hudson Guild and partnering universities Facilitate and track intern placement across departments in coordination with program leaders and People Operations Intern Supervision
Provide weekly individual and group supervision to MSW and BSW interns placed at the agency, ensuring compliance with SIFI standards and academic field education requirements Design and implement a comprehensive orientation and learning plan tailored to each intern cohort to facilitate meaningful professional growth Monitor and ensure alignment between field placements and interns' learning objectives to maximize skill development and practical experience Collaborate closely with task supervisors across programs to prepare them for working effectively with interns, ensuring day-to-day guidance and support that enrich learning outcomes Staff Professional Development & Support
Support agency staff pursuing SIFI certification by providing guidance on application processes, timelines, and connections to approved training resources Deliver group workshops and individualized coaching focused on best practices in supervision, quality documentation, and educational techniques for intern mentorship Develop and nurture a leadership pipeline by identifying and supporting early-career staff interested in supervisory roles and field education responsibilities Coordinate with People Operations to align staff development initiatives with intern placement strategies, fostering mutual growth and organizational benefit Maintain a comprehensive resource library containing supervisory tools, evaluation templates, and reflective practice materials to promote continuous learning and effective supervision practices Performance Management & Support
Monitor and support intern performance through regular feedback, coaching, and formal evaluations Address concerns or barriers to intern success in a timely, supportive, and strengths-based manner Review intern documentation (e.g., case notes, assessments) and provide guidance to ensure quality and compliance Partnership & Communication
Maintain strong working relationships with field advisors, professors, and academic partners and staff Represent Hudson Guild at university site visits, field education events, and social work training sessions Collaborate with program managers and HR to align intern experiences with agency goals and staffing needs Organizational Learning & Culture
Promote a learning culture rooted in equity, reflection, and community engagement Participate in internal trainings, case conferences, and cross-team initiatives Stay current on best practices in field education, supervision, and community social work Qualifications
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required SIFI Certification required At least 3 years post-MSW experience, preferably in a community-based, nonprofit, or multi-service setting Demonstrated experience supervising interns, students, or early-career professionals Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice Preferred Attributes
Experience building or expanding intern or training programs Familiarity with workforce development or HR processes Bilingual skills (Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin) a plus Knowledge of New York City's social service landscape and local academic institutions
Hudson Guild is seeking a mission-driven Social Work Training & Field Education Manager to lead our social work internship program and serve as a bridge between academic institutions and our community-based social service practice. This role plays a critical part in developing future social workers, supporting workforce development, and enhancing the agency's commitment to quality service delivery and learning. The ideal candidate brings a passion for coaching and developing talent, a deep understanding of clinical and macro practice, and a strong commitment to community work. The role also works collaboratively with program leadership and HR to ensure consistent intern experience across the organization. Internship Program Leadership
Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of the agency's social work internship program Serve as the primary liaison between Hudson Guild and partnering universities Facilitate and track intern placement across departments in coordination with program leaders and People Operations Intern Supervision
Provide weekly individual and group supervision to MSW and BSW interns placed at the agency, ensuring compliance with SIFI standards and academic field education requirements Design and implement a comprehensive orientation and learning plan tailored to each intern cohort to facilitate meaningful professional growth Monitor and ensure alignment between field placements and interns' learning objectives to maximize skill development and practical experience Collaborate closely with task supervisors across programs to prepare them for working effectively with interns, ensuring day-to-day guidance and support that enrich learning outcomes Staff Professional Development & Support
Support agency staff pursuing SIFI certification by providing guidance on application processes, timelines, and connections to approved training resources Deliver group workshops and individualized coaching focused on best practices in supervision, quality documentation, and educational techniques for intern mentorship Develop and nurture a leadership pipeline by identifying and supporting early-career staff interested in supervisory roles and field education responsibilities Coordinate with People Operations to align staff development initiatives with intern placement strategies, fostering mutual growth and organizational benefit Maintain a comprehensive resource library containing supervisory tools, evaluation templates, and reflective practice materials to promote continuous learning and effective supervision practices Performance Management & Support
Monitor and support intern performance through regular feedback, coaching, and formal evaluations Address concerns or barriers to intern success in a timely, supportive, and strengths-based manner Review intern documentation (e.g., case notes, assessments) and provide guidance to ensure quality and compliance Partnership & Communication
Maintain strong working relationships with field advisors, professors, and academic partners and staff Represent Hudson Guild at university site visits, field education events, and social work training sessions Collaborate with program managers and HR to align intern experiences with agency goals and staffing needs Organizational Learning & Culture
Promote a learning culture rooted in equity, reflection, and community engagement Participate in internal trainings, case conferences, and cross-team initiatives Stay current on best practices in field education, supervision, and community social work Qualifications
Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) required SIFI Certification required At least 3 years post-MSW experience, preferably in a community-based, nonprofit, or multi-service setting Demonstrated experience supervising interns, students, or early-career professionals Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice Preferred Attributes
Experience building or expanding intern or training programs Familiarity with workforce development or HR processes Bilingual skills (Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin) a plus Knowledge of New York City's social service landscape and local academic institutions