School of Social Work and Human Services-University of the Fraser Valley

Congratulations to Brooklyn and Kyla on successfully completing their respective third- and fourth-year Bachelor of Social Work practicum placements with Chilliwack Hospice Society this Spring.
We loved learning with and from you these past few months. We wish you both well in your future academic and career endeavours. Thank you for sharing part of your learning journey with us.

MSW students and their research posters at UFV's Student Research Day 2024

The President's office is hosting an IWD even March 8th. For more information see

Office of the President and Vice-Chancellor > Leadership Lecture Series > International Women's Day | UFV.ca A global day to honour the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and to rally for gender parity in our communities and around the world.

Reminder that the BSW Info Session is happening next week!

This is my pick for post/meme of the week - Tim Westin

Violations of Indigenous Peoples rights are an ongoing and persistent problem. Let us remember that all Indigenous People have the right to make their own decisions and to carry them out in a meaningful and culturally appropriate way.

BC Social Work Week

https://bcasw.org/benefits-of-membership/promotion-of-the-profession

Promotion of the Profession Social Work Week celebrates the accomplishments of social workers. Social workers throughout BC plan activities from March 19-25 that will highlight their essential contribution to the health and well-being of British Columbians.

Event - National Human Trafficking Awareness

The School of Social Work and Human Services, Ally Global, PEARL, SSWA, and South Asian Studies Institute are hosting a human trafficking event to bring awareness regarding human trafficking within Canada and Nepal. The event will include a photovoice, panel discussion, and movie screening (The Twelve Thousand).

Tues Feb 28
Noon-2 pm
Abby, Building F, University House, Room 125

For more information, contact Kiran Shergill at [email protected]

The Commission on Accreditation (COA) of the Canadian Association for Social Work Education-Association Canadienne pour la formation en travail social (CASWE-ACFTS) passed the following motions at its January 2023 meeting:

That the COA grant an eight-year re-accreditation to the BSW program at the University of the Fraser Valley, from February 1, 2023 to January 31, 2031. A Self-Study Report will be due on April 1, 2030.

That the COA grant an eight-year re-accreditation to the MSW program at the University of the Fraser Valley, from February 1, 2023 to January 31, 2031. A Self-Study Report will be due on April 1, 2030.

The decision was based on the School’s Self-Study Report, Readers’ Reports presented by two COA members, a site visit and Site Visit Report, as well as a full consideration of all this information and discussion at the Commission on Accreditation meeting. The granting of Re-Accreditation for an eight-year period means the program has met all Accreditation Standards. It is the maximum length of accreditation cycle allowed by the Procedures for Accreditation.

Skilled immigrant barriers
We've all heard about MDs driving cabs or nurses working as cleaners. Dr. Karun Karki (Social Work) is conducting federally funded research about experiences of skilled, racialized immigrants in Canada.
Read more

UFV researcher Karun Karki to study barriers faced by skilled immigrants to Canada | UFV Today UFV researcher Karun Karki to study barriers faced by skilled immigrants to Canada By Anne Russell on November 29, 2022 Dr. Karun Karki, a UFV social work professor, has received funding for a two-year research project funded by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SHRCC).....

Interested in the BSW program at UFV but would like to know more? Register for out Zoom Info Session on December 13 at 10 am.

University of the Fraser Valley Job Posting Alert: Coordinator, Practicum and Internship - Job ID J0722-1387

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Job Title: Coordinator, Practicum and Internship
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Abbotsford
Post From: July 26, 2022
Post To: August 10, 2022

Description:

Coordinator, Practicum and Internship
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Director, School of Social Work and Human Services, the Coordinator, Practicum and Internship, facilitates experiential learning opportunities for students enrolled in the Human Services programs offered by the School. Specifically, the Coordinator:
• Develops community partnerships with the goal of identifying placement opportunities for Human Services students
• Participates in community meetings and events with the goal of developing new placement opportunities
• Evaluates potential placements by visiting sites, assessing safety, consulting with agency personnel, evaluating student learning opportunities, and ensuring these align with Human Services’ program goals
• Facilitates field orientation sessions that outline practicum policies, procedures, and the practicum planning process
• Organizes and delivers pre-placement activities in conjunction with community partners
• Solicits, receives, and processes documentation required for students to apply for and begin a practicum
• Interviews and matches Human Services students with potential practicum sites
• Assesses Human Services students’ readiness for practicum placement
• Addresses issues and concerns that arise during the practicum planning and placement process
• Initiates criminal record checks for prospective practicum students in conjunction with the Field Education Assistant
• Maintains student records and statistics
• Ensures appropriate documentation (e.g., affiliation agreements) is in place
• Maintains a student and practicum agency database in conjunction with the Committee Assistant
• Ensures practicum policies and procedures are current and in force in conjunction with the Field Education Coordinator
• Co-Chairs the School’s Field Education Committee
• Attends UFV’s Field Placement Committee
• Plans and participates in the School’s committees, events, activities, and initiatives
• Liaises with UFV International, Experiential Learning, Legal Services, and other UFV departments as needed

Qualifications:
• Completion of related degree, Bachelor of Social Work, or other professional degree that requires experiential learning as a graduation requirement required; completion of a Social Service Worker diploma considered an asset
• Completion of practicum, preceptorship, or internship as part of a professional educational program
• Experience supervising and mentoring students
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including oral communications and conflict resolution strategies
• Proven success in developing and maintaining positive working relationships with internal and external partners
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated commitment to community engagement and service
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, deadlines, and adapt to change
• Highly professional with the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Highly resourceful with the ability to take initiative and be creative
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 360 (Access, Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Commitment to decolonization, reconciliation, and indigenization of human services field education
• Registration with the BC College of Social Workers is preferred
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in a related field, such as career counselling and placement services, or post-secondary education preferred
• Knowledge of Human Services curriculum, including social work, social services, education assisting, and community living preferred

About UFV:
The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW — which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.
UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.
Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.
UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.

NEW GRADUATES

The School of Social Work and Human Services will have a tent across from the Abbotsford Centre in the UFV parking lot tomorrow (June 15th) after 2 pm.

Please join us after you cross the stage for treats and souvenirs, and to say good-bye to the faculty that will be there!

Reminder
If you are graduating this June, the School of Social Work and Human Services is now part of the Faculty of Education, Community, and Human Development and your convocation will be Ceremony 4 at 2:30 pm, Wednesday June 15th.

https://www.ufv.ca/convocation/schedule/

Convocation > Convocation schedule If you are earning two credentials (for example a certificate and a degree - yay you!) consult the Ceremony Instructions to see which convocation ceremony to attend.

REMINDER
If you are planning to graduate this semester, graduation applications are due April 1st.
more information here https://www.ufv.ca/registrar/graduation/

Office of the Registrar > Graduation If you believe your GRADplan is missing information, please email [email protected] to request a review your record, including a detailed description of the error you are seeing and any additional pertinent information, such as transfer credit in progress.

Politalk - Ukraine
Interdisciplinary Panel in Ukraine

Date: Friday, March 11th
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Join UFV faculty from a variety of disciplines and research background as they share their insights on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. These faculty will discuss a wide variety of issues including historical Russia-Ukraine relations, humanitarianism and refugees, media and communication, militarization, racism, economic sanctions, cybersecurity, nuclear weapons, geopolitics, and international diplomacy.

Register:
https://ufv-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XoK2vPBRQ9qvYGu6VaTb3g

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: CGD | Conflict between Russia and Ukraine. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Join UFV faculty from a variety of disciplines and research background as they share their insights on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. We will discuss a wide variety of issues including historical Russia-Ukraine relations, humanitarianism and refugees, media and communication, militarization, racism, e...

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Hey students!
The University of the Fraser Valley has partnered with Douglas College and Capilano University to bring you the Virtual Pacific Career Fair on March 1, 2022 (from 10–2 pm PT). This is a great chance to meet one-to-one with employers you’re interested in, get insider information on future job openings, grow your professional network, and more. One of the best parts? It’s virtual which means you can attend from the comfort of your own home! Learn more and register here: https://tryhellohire.com/events/virtual-pacific-career-fair.
How to prepare for the career fair:
Never attended a virtual career fair before? Never fear, we’ve got you covered! Attend the virtual employer panel on February 17 to get advice and tips on how to get the most out of your virtual career fair experience. Learn more here: https://ufv.ca/jobs/career-fair/ and register through myCampusLife.

If you have any questions about either of these events, please reach out via email at [email protected].

In the run up to BC Social Work Week (March 13-19, 2022) the BCASW will host four online sessions via Zoom, each featuring a different panel of professional social workers sharing their experiences of working in their chosen field. They will discuss the job they do and the challenges and rewards they face, describe a typical day, and respond to questions. The event, Days in the Lives of Social Workers, runs March 7-10 at 6pm. This is a free event provided for BC social work students, particularly those about to graduate and launch their career.
Days in the Lives of Social Workers – Health & Wellness – 6pm, Mon., March 7 Register
Days in the Lives of Social Workers – Advocacy & Inclusion – 6pm, Tues., March 8 Register
Days in the Lives of Social Workers – Children & Families – 6pm, Wed., March 9 Register
Days in the Lives of Social Workers – New Practitioners – 6pm, Thurs., March 10. This session will focus on the transition from social work student to professional social worker. Register

Quick Question Wednesday - Academic Advising