Field Director, BSW and MSW Programs BSW Field Orientation Kellye McIntyre, CSW Field Director, BSW and MSW Programs 1

BSW Mission Prepare culturally competent professionals who practice with diverse community and client systems. The program promotes a commitment to professional ethics, leadership, professionalism, social justice and lifelong learning in order for students to practice successfully in a global society. 2

BSW Field TOTAL 400 Hours in Field -Does not include Pre Field Orientation, Travel, or Agency Training (only 16 hours per semester) 200 Hours First Semester 200 Hours Second Semester Same agency for 2 semesters Experiential in Nature and Focus Application of theories and skills Field practicum is linked with seminar 3

Who’s Who in Field Placement Field Director- responsible for placement contracts, matching students, trouble shooting Field Instructor-BSW or MSW, post 2 years Task Supervisor- agency staff person who oversees daily activity, under guidance of Field Instructor Field Liaison- faculty member responsible for coordination and oversight of placement Field Placement- agency where student is placed 4

Core Competencies Demonstrate Ethical and Professional Behavior Engage Diversity and Difference in Practice Advance Human Rights and Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice Engage in Practice-informed Research and Research- informed Practice Engage in Policy Practice Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities Evaluate Practice with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities 5

CSWE and EPAS 6

Field Application Process Student gives top 3 choices Field Director and Student work together to find a “good fit” Student approaches the placement process just like a job opportunity-always professional Student “sells themselves” to the agency during the first contact and the interview Agency-Field Instructor Visited/approved Current Contract/MOU Licensed/Exempt 2 years post degree experience Willing to participate in teaching/learning Abide by WKU field policy 7

Interviewing Student interviews with agency for possible placement Dress as if interviewing for a job Contact WKU Career Services if need assistance or practice with interviewing skills Prepare for the interview Read the field manual - section on preparing for the interview Look at agency website prior to interview Engage in the interview- do not have your phone out! This is the beginning of community members looking at you as a soon to be professional social worker!! 8

Worksite Placements (WKU does not guarantee Worksite Placement) Placements are carefully evaluated and developed Placement tasks must be different from job tasks each semester Field Instructor and Employment Supervisor must be different Involved in the Process Student Employment Supervisor Agency Administration Field Instructor Field Director (final approval) 9

Field Students Communicate with Field Director Watch your WKU email Background/record Complete Pre-field ONLINE training Apply for NASW & professional liability insurance early Submit all required paperwork on time Responsible for grade- hours, journals, other assignments, “Beginning Competence” on objectives- Pass/Fail 10

Student Behavior Professional/Ethics Confidentiality Holidays Represent WKU and Agency Email Confidentiality Adhere to Personnel Practices/Use of Materials Sick, phone numbers, show initiative, responsible for learning Holidays Work schedule is at the discretion of Field Instructor 11

Student Responsibility Case Recordings Agency protocol Journals/Field Logs/Hours Student Evaluation of Practicum Keep Original Learning Plan and use it at all Evaluations 12

Student Concerns- Who Can Help Anything involving the agency- go to the Field Instructor Completing hours, placement problems, grades, assignments- go to Liaison If not resolved- Field Director and/or Program Director You can always follow Grievance Policy 13

General Policy University does not provide any travel reimbursement Student is responsible for health, automobile and liability insurance (notify liaison/field director of health/safety hazards) If you transport clients-WKU will not be responsible- student will (suggest rider) Special Agency Requirements TB, Criminal Checks, Employment 14

What to do the week before placement starts Contact the field instructor to confirm your start date and time. Review the instructions on your approval letter to make sure you have everything completed. Make sure you have joined NASW and have the required liability insurance Contact the Field Director or your Field Liaison if you have any questions about starting field. 15

More Information Field Student Toolbox BSW Student Field Forms Field forms, pre-field assignments, NASW and liability insurance links to register https://www.wku.edu/socialwork/field/stude nt_toolbox.php BSW Student Field Forms Field manual, learning plan, sample tasks, field syllabi, and more https://www.wku.edu/socialwork/field/bswfi eld.php 16

Make the most of your field experience! Visit the field website often: www.wku.edu/socialwork/field/ Office Phone 270-745-5049 kellye.mcintyre@wku.edu Academic Complex 112A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMr1NPanyBk&f eature=youtu.be 17