Renison University College, affiliated with the University of Waterloo, acknowledges that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Renison is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land promised to the Six Nations that includes ten kilometres on either side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place in all corners of our campus through research, learning, teaching, community building and outreach.

Respected as an inclusive community that values the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students, Renison is committed to engaged education for the well-being of the world, offering degree programs reflecting social and global engagement through our School of Social Sciences and Humanities and our School of Social Work as well as community engagement in our non-credit programs, through our School of Global Engagement and Education. More information about the College is available on the Renison website.

Renison invites applications for a full-time, 12-month contract position of MSW Field Education Coordinator (35 hours per week) with the salary range of: $59,938 and $74,922 per annum. This position is open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Objectives: Reporting to the Interim MSW Program Manager, the MSW Field Education Coordinator supports the planning, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of field education for students in Renison’s Master of Social Work program. The Coordinator works closely with students, field instructors, placement organizations, faculty, staff, and University offices to support high-quality practicum experiences that enable students to integrate social work knowledge, values, skills, ethics, and professional identity.

The MSW Field Education Coordinator advises and supports students through the practicum planning and placement process; develops and maintains relationships with placement organizations and field instructors; assists with placement matching, learning contracts, evaluations, documentation, and completion processes; and responds to student and placement concerns in consultation with the Interim MSW Program Manager.

This is a one-year replacement position. The responsibilities of the role may evolve over the term of the appointment as Renison completes its operational review and responds to emerging program needs.

The role requires solid judgement, excellent communication and organizational skills, knowledge of social work field education, and a demonstrated commitment to student-centred support, anti-oppressive and inclusive practice,



accessibility, Indigenous reconciliation, anti-racism, and decolonizing approaches to social work education.

Additionally, the incumbent will represent Renison in a manner consistent with the values, goals, and strategic directions of the University College.

Qualifications:

Education:

· Master of Social Work degree from a Canadian Association for Social Work Education-accredited program, or a recognized equivalent.

· Current registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, or eligibility and willingness to become registered by the start date.

· Membership in a provincial or national professional social work association, such as the Ontario Association of Social Workers or Canadian Association of Social Workers, is an asset.

· Additional education or training related to field education, supervision, student advising, accessibility, equity, conflict resolution, or adult education is an asset.

Experience:

· A minimum of three years of recent and relevant professional social work practice experience.

· Experience in social work field education, such as field instruction, practicum coordination, student supervision, placement development, or experiential education.

· Experience advising, mentoring, supporting, or supervising students, learners, staff, or volunteers.

· Experience developing and sustaining collaborative relationships with community organizations, field instructors, students, faculty, staff, and professional partners.

· Demonstrated ability to assess and respond to matters involving student learning, professional conduct, supervision, safety, accessibility, equity, conflict, or placement disruption.

· Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive matters with sound judgement, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and procedural fairness.

Skills and Knowledge:

· Knowledge of social work field education standards, professional ethics, the CASW Code of Ethics, risk management, student accommodations, and relevant institutional, legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills,



including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with students, field instructors, agencies, faculty, staff, and University partners.

· Strong interpersonal, consultation, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.

· Experience using Microsoft 365 and records management systems.

Assets:

· Experience with IPT, LEARN, Quest, SharePoint, and student-information or placement-tracking systems.

· Experience in a university, post-secondary, online or distributed professional program, or social service agency setting.

· Additional experience or training related to field education, supervision, student advising, accessibility, equity, conflict resolution, or adult education.

Additional Requirements:

· Ability to travel occasionally to placement organizations, meetings, and professional events.

· Periodic evening or weekend work may be required for orientations, training, Summer Institutes, meetings, and special events.

Renison University College respects, appreciates, and actively encourages diversity. As part of Renison’s commitment to equity within the College, we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals with diverse experiences based on race, ethnic origin, religion, age, colour, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, ability or disability, including women, 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous Peoples, and other visible minorities.

Renison is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates participating in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact a member of Renison’s Human Resources department with accommodation requests.

Applications will be treated confidentially and submitted online as PDF files through Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/192867).

Please include a complete resume and a letter of application. Please provide the names of three potential referees who will be contacted should your application moves forward.

References will be solicited at a later stage in the process as needed and with permission. Additionally, the successful candidate will be asked their consent to complete an educational and criminal records verification. The criminal records verification provides an indication of the existence of adult criminal convictions, for which a record suspension has not been granted, within the RCMP National Repository of Criminal Records.

Review of applications will begin on September 18, 2026.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Pay: $59,938.00-$74,922.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 MSW Field Education Coordinator (Canada)
🏢 Renison University College
📍 Canada