Posted: 08-May-26
Location: East Lansing, Michigan
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 1124919
Position Summary
Michigan State University actively promotes dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The MSU School of Social Work is dedicated to educating students for ethical, competent, responsive, and innovative social work practice, and to conducting and disseminating high quality research that improves the well-being of the most vulnerable in society. Our teaching, research, and outreach synergistically promote social justice, positive change, and solutions to the problems facing a wide cross section of individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. More than 650 students are enrolled in our CSWE-accredited BASW and MSW programs, and PhD program.
The School supports MSU’s outreach mission through off-campus, distance, and blended instructional programs that utilize technology and innovative teaching strategies. We also provide multiple opportunities for creative interdisciplinary teaching and research, community-based studies, and partnerships with government agencies and neighborhoods.
The Chance at Childhood Program Coordinator will work primarily with the Director and the Staff Attorney of the Chance at Childhood Program, along with the School of Social Work Community Programs Committee, School of Social Work and School of Law staff and administration, Community courts and agencies. This is a 12-month fixed term annual year appointment beginning July 1, 2026. Salary for this position is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Michigan State University offers an excellent selection of benefits; please see www.hr.msu.edu for more information
The primary functions of this role include:
- Serve as Coordinator of the Chance at Childhood Program.
- Supervise/advise social work student participants.
- Develop and deliver curriculum related to the clinic for law and social work students and other stakeholders, including the provision of weekly clinic instruction sessions
- Coordinate program partnerships with Eaton and Ingham Counties providing self-help services, adoption home study investigations, and domestic violence victim services.
- Develop additional program partnerships with the program director
- Comply with all Field Office policies and expectations regarding ongoing and regular supervision of all social work students place in the Clinic.
- Oversee all contact and activities with the CAC field liaison.
- At the direction of the Program Director, oversee CAC program partnerships and projects including but not limited to Ingham County Legal self-help Center
- Work with the other Community Program Coordinators on inter-program issues including planning for the integrated student learning experiences.
- Deliver clinic services during period of time when student are not in session
- At the direction of the Program Director, participate in MSU Law Clinics meetings and activities.
- At the direction of the Program Director, develop and implement research and program evaluation tools for CAC and the other Community programs.
- At the direction of the Program director, prepare and present continuing education programs related to Community Program activities and knowledge.
- Recruit students for CAC and other Community Programs.
- Follow university and government confidentiality and privacy guidelines regarding student records and agency propriety information.
- Follow all relevant University, School of Social Work, Law Clinic, and Program policies.
- Meet with the Program Director for supervision on a regular and ongoing basis.
- Teach social work graduate and or undergraduate courses as assigned
- On a timely basis inform Program Director regarding Clinic, student, or Program-related matters or concerns.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters -Social Work
Minimum Requirements
- An MSW degree
- Two years post MSW experience, by start date.
- Experience in child welfare and children’s legal issues
- Experience/knowledge of the Michigan Family Court system and the human services delivery system.
- Demonstrated administrative and supervisory skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Three to five years post MSW experience preferred.
- Licensed at LMSW level.
- Experience supervising of staff or students/interns.
- Experience/training in interdisciplinary law and social work practice
- Professional experience interacting with the court system
- Bilingual
Required Application Materials
Complete applications must include:
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter describing your interest and relevant experience.
- Names and contact information of three references.
- Work/Writing Sample
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin ASAP. Inquiries about the position can be directed to the search committee chair, Joe Kozakiewicz, kozakiew@msu.edu
Review of Applications Begins On
05/15/2026
Website
www.socialwork.msu.edu
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
