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The Department of Social Work and Anthropology at Auburn University at Montgomery invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor who will also serve as our MSW Field Coordinator. This position will begin August 1, 2027, and is a non-tenurable 12-month appointment. The successful candidate will assist our MSW Program Director with the development of our MSW Program with its specialization in trauma-responsive social justice-focused clinical social work. Our goal is to apply for candidacy with CSWE during the 2027-2028 academic year and start the program in the Fall 2028 semester.
Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to social work education, field education, social justice, and service. At AUM, we are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.
How to Apply:
Visit https://jobs.aum.edu and complete an online application. Completed applications must include 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching philosophy statement that addresses social work field education, and 4) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates who are invited to campus will be asked to provide copies of their social work license and graduate transcript(s).
Questions may be addressed to Dr. Lacey Sloan, search committee chair at lsloan1@aum.edu or (334) 244-3222.
Screening of applications will begin as received with priority given to applications received by January 1, 2027. While the position will remain open until filled, AUM reserves the right to stop accepting applications once interviewing has begun.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Advising and assisting students in identifying and securing field placements appropriate for their skills and interests, including helping them obtain necessary clearances and completing appropriate paperwork.
- Providing assistance to the MSW Program Director with the development of our MSW Program, including adhering to the accreditation guidelines and best practices.
- Teaching MSW and BSW level social work courses.
- Assisting the Field Director with identifying, recruiting, training, and supervising field supervisors from local and regional social service agencies to ensure appropriate field sites for MSW students, including on-site agency visits.
- Developing and supporting partnerships with local and regional social service organizations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required qualifications: The successful candidate is required to have:
- An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
- A minimum of two years post-MSW full-time social work practice experience
- Licensed in Alabama as an LMSW, or eligible for licensure in the state within 1 year of employment
- Ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with faculty and administration across the university as well as community partners.
Preferred qualifications also include:
- DSW or PhD in Social Work (or closely related field)
- Licensed in Alabama at LICSW or LICSW-S, or eligible for licensure in the state within 1 year of employment
- Knowledge or experience with trauma-responsive clinical social work practice and/or education
- Familiarity with regional social service organizations
- Teaching experience, including online
- Previous BSW or MSW field experience at a CSWE accredited institution
- Demonstrated understanding of CSWE EPAS standards
- Established record of teaching effectiveness with diverse student populations
- Experience in developing partnerships with local and regional agencies to identify appropriate clinical placements and nurture on-going support and collaboration
AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/ Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.
The Department of Social Work and Anthropology at Auburn University at Montgomery invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor who will also serve as our MSW Field Coordinator. This position will begin August 1, 2027, and is a non-tenurable 12-month appointment. The successful candidate will assist our MSW Program Director with the development of our MSW Program with its specialization in trauma-responsive social justice-focused clinical social work. Our goal is to apply for candidacy with CSWE during the 2027-2028 academic year and start the program in the Fall 2028 semester.
Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to social work education, field education, social justice, and service. At AUM, we are committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.
How to Apply:
Visit https://jobs.aum.edu and complete an online application. Completed applications must include 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) teaching philosophy statement that addresses social work field education, and 4) contact information for at least three professional references. Candidates who are invited to campus will be asked to provide copies of their social work license and graduate transcript(s).
Questions may be addressed to Dr. Lacey Sloan, search committee chair at lsloan1@aum.edu or (334) 244-3222.
Screening of applications will begin as received with priority given to applications received by January 1, 2027. While the position will remain open until filled, AUM reserves the right to stop accepting applications once interviewing has begun.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Advising and assisting students in identifying and securing field placements appropriate for their skills and interests, including helping them obtain necessary clearances and completing appropriate paperwork.
- Providing assistance to the MSW Program Director with the development of our MSW Program, including adhering to the accreditation guidelines and best practices.
- Teaching MSW and BSW level social work courses.
- Assisting the Field Director with identifying, recruiting, training, and supervising field supervisors from local and regional social service agencies to ensure appropriate field sites for MSW students, including on-site agency visits.
- Developing and supporting partnerships with local and regional social service organizations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required qualifications: The successful candidate is required to have:
- An MSW from a CSWE-accredited program
- A minimum of two years post-MSW full-time social work practice experience
- Licensed in Alabama as an LMSW, or eligible for licensure in the state within 1 year of employment
- Ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with faculty and administration across the university as well as community partners.
Preferred qualifications also include:
- DSW or PhD in Social Work (or closely related field)
- Licensed in Alabama at LICSW or LICSW-S, or eligible for licensure in the state within 1 year of employment
- Knowledge or experience with trauma-responsive clinical social work practice and/or education
- Familiarity with regional social service organizations
- Teaching experience, including online
- Previous BSW or MSW field experience at a CSWE accredited institution
- Demonstrated understanding of CSWE EPAS standards
- Established record of teaching effectiveness with diverse student populations
- Experience in developing partnerships with local and regional agencies to identify appropriate clinical placements and nurture on-going support and collaboration
AUBURN UNIVERSITY AT MONTGOMERY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Human Resources/ Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the AUM community.
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Who's Hiring
- Enhabit Home Health & Hospice35
- Kaiser Permanente26
- McLaren Health Care10
- Thriveworks9
- Metropolitan State University of Denver9
Top Industries Hiring
- Education49
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Insurance3
- Food & Beverage1
- Government & Public Sector1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social work supervisor jobs.
- Master's degree in social work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
- Active state licensure at the clinical or independent level (LCSW, LICSW, or equivalent)
- Minimum of two to five years of direct social work practice post-licensure
- Experience supervising or leading a team of social workers or case managers
- Proficiency with case management software and electronic documentation systems
- Knowledge of relevant regulations such as HIPAA, mandated reporting, and program-specific compliance requirements
Tips for Your Social Work Supervisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to supervision scope
Hiring managers want to see how many staff you supervised, what populations your team served, and whether you held budget or compliance accountability. Quantify caseload size and turnover outcomes rather than listing general management duties.
Highlight your licensure status prominently
Many postings require an LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent state license at a clinical or independent level. Put your credential and state directly after your name in the resume header so screeners confirm eligibility before reading further.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists social work supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by funding source
Whether a role is funded by county government, Title IV-E, Medicaid, or a private grant shapes the documentation burden and regulatory environment. Reading the funding section of a posting tells you whether your compliance experience is a genuine match.
Prepare scenario answers around difficult case decisions
Interviewers for supervisory roles consistently ask how you handled a worker who disagreed with your direction or a case that escalated unexpectedly. Build two or three concrete examples that show your clinical reasoning, not just the outcome.
Negotiate continuing education and supervision hours
If you're moving toward an LCSW or maintaining licensure, supervision hours and CEU reimbursement are real compensation. Ask HR what the policy covers before accepting an offer so you're not funding licensure maintenance out of pocket.
Social Work Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most social work supervisors?
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, Kaiser Permanente, and McLaren Health Care are hiring the most social work supervisors right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically highest at county child welfare agencies, community mental health centers, and large nonprofit service organizations.
How many social work supervisor jobs are remote?
About 51% of social work supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in roles focused on administrative supervision, utilization review, and telehealth program management rather than direct on-site team oversight. Field-based and child welfare supervisor roles remain predominantly in-person.
How do you become a social work supervisor?
Start by completing an MSW from an accredited program, then accumulate the post-graduate supervised practice hours your state requires for clinical licensure. Once licensed, build direct practice experience across two to five years, seek out lead or senior caseworker roles to develop team oversight skills, and apply to supervisor postings that match your population and service area.
Can you get a social work supervisor job with limited supervisory experience?
Yes, especially if you've informally led case conferences, mentored new staff, or coordinated a specialized caseload unit. Emphasize those experiences explicitly on your resume and frame them in terms of accountability and decision-making. Smaller nonprofits and rural agencies often promote from within and prioritize strong clinical background over formal management titles.
What does the social work supervisor interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on licensure and experience, then move to a panel interview with HR and program leadership that includes behavioral questions about staff conflict, documentation compliance, and clinical decision-making under pressure. Some agencies add a written scenario exercise or ask you to review a case vignette and explain how you would guide a worker through it.
Where can I find and apply to social work supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to social work supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your license level, population focus, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and goals.
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