MSW Program and Grant Coordinator - Behavioral Health Education

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Summary :

Newman University invites applications for a dynamic MSW Program and Grant Coordinator to lead and manage the Behavioral Health Education program under the HRSA BHWET grant. This role is ideal for a licensed social worker passionate about higher education, teaching MSW courses, behavioral health workforce development, and program coordination. The coordinator will serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and community partners, ensuring smooth program operations, effective grant compliance, and high-quality education and training experiences.

Academic Rank : Instructor / Assistant Professor or Higher

Stewardship Statement :

This position is responsible for cultivating and maintaining the institution's Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman community, the staff member will join with the institution's sponsors, the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters), to witness God's love in Mission to empower others, foster oneness, celebrate life, form right relationships, and walk as compassionate companions. Additionally, this position contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other faiths, cultures, or backgrounds.

Essential Job Duties :

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the HRSA BHWET grant program, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.
• Serve as the liaison among students, faculty, and agency partners to foster collaboration and resolve challenges.
• Teach courses and deliver training workshops integrating trauma-informed, evidence-based practices in behavioral health.
• Plan, develop, and implement curricula and educational materials to enhance student learning.
• Monitor program outcomes, collect data, and prepare grant reports to demonstrate program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal and external evaluators to assess program success and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Promote an inclusive, culturally aware, and trauma-sensitive learning environment.
• Support the university’s mission and Catholic identity while fostering professional growth and workforce development in social work.

Requirements :

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email hr@newmanu.edu in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

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