Practicum Coordinator

Duties:

This position is primarily responsible for matching and placing Social Work, Social Services, and Child and Youth Care students in practicum placements. Key responsibilities include:

• Recruiting new practicum sites and maintaining relationships with existing ones
• Orienting agencies, supervisors, and mentors to VIU program practices and procedures
• Developing and maintaining practicum materials and resources
• Matching students to appropriate practicum sites using placement software
• Generating reports, forms, and supporting materials for practice education and student orientations
• Collaborating with faculty and staff on practice education initiatives
• Implementing education and recognition activities for community agencies and mentors
• Participating in placement networks and meetings at the program, faculty, and regional levels