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OFFICE OF FIELD INSTRUCTION

Elizabeth Harbeck Voshel, MSW, LMSW, ACSWAssociate Clinical Professor and Director of Field

Instructionssw.ofi@umich.edu

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CAREER SERVICES

Michelle Woods, LMSWDirector of Career Services

micwoods@umich.edu

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SEND US QUESTIONS

• Simply type your question into the question box

• Look on the SSW Blog for responses to questions that we can’t answer during the session (http://mblog.lib.umich.edu/SSW/archives/prospective_incoming_students/index.html )

• Recorded session will also be available on the SSW Blog

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•With information about the field application process which includes writing your Goal Statement and Resume

•With tips to help you during the field placement selection process

•To learn how to navigate the Office of Field Instruction web page

•To think long-range regarding your career goals

OUR GOALS FOR TODAY INCLUDE PREPARING YOU

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN• All school-wide correspondence will be addressed to you via your

umich.edu e-mail account, so you must establish this right away Address questions/concerns with ITCS Accounts Office

http://www.itd.umich.edu/accounts/

• Visit the OFI Web and Career Center pages

• Review the OFI information letter before submitting your application

• Review the Frequently Asked Questions and Placement Tips http://ssw.umich.edu/programs/msw/ofi/placementInformation.html

• Decide your curriculum track, method, and practice area

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•In the field, students apply their classroom knowledge to real-world settings, such as child and family service agencies, government offices, hospitals, public schools, and community mental health centers

•Geographic placement areas ranging from urban to rural

•Approximately 475 agencies (southeastern Michigan, nationally, and internationally)

OFFICE OF FIELD INSTRUCTION

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CURRICULUM TRACK

FIELD LETTER SENT VIA

E-MAIL

PLACEMENT REQUEST

MATERIALS DUE

START/END FIELD PLACEMENT

Advanced Standing

June 4, 2009 July 10, 2009 September – August

20-Month June 4, 2009 July 10, 2009 September - April

16-Month June 4, 2009

Special Information Session September 14th ~ 4pm-5pm

October 9, 2009 January – December*

SPECIAL PROGRAMS(see next slide)

June 4, 2009 June 26, 2009 September - August

*Students attend field placement typically 2 days per week. Those in the 16-month track attend 4 days per week in the Spring/Summer.

FIELD PLACEMENT TIMELINE

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SPECIAL PROGRAM INFORMATION

SPECIAL PROGAMS/AGENCIES

• Require that students start their field placement in the Fall termOut of Sequence:

• Geriatric Scholars• National Community Scholars • University for The Child & Family • UM Psych Clinic• SafeHouse

Field Placement Request Materials for these programs are due June 26, 2009 (except Geriatric Scholars)

Employment-based proposals-contact the field office for guidance

NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL FIELD PLACEMENTS

• Students MUST follow the 16-month schedule AND START their domestic/local field placement in the Fall (Sept.) term

• National or International experiences take place in the Spring/Summer term (May-August- 4-5 days per week)

Proposals for these experiences are due the October 16, 2009

Visit Office of Global Activities web page for more information:

http://ssw.umich.edu/programs/msw/ofi/national-InternationalPlacement.html

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Almost all fieldwork sites that serve children, youth and the elderly will require that student’s (at their own expense) complete the following in order to be considered for placement: Criminal background check Drug /substance/screening Proof of immunizations Submit additional reference letters (cannot use those letters that were

submitted with application to the program) Fingerprint application information can be found here:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/sos/DES-025_Livescan_Fingerprint_Request_179196_7.pdf

• Students need to inquire about these during their initial contact with the fieldwork site

• Not having access to transportation will limit placement options. Transportation assistance is available for those traveling 45+ miles to placement

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DUE DATES• June 4, 2009 Incoming 2009 class information is e-mailed to your

umich.edu account

• July 10, 2009 Field Placement Request Applications are due

• July and August Fieldwork site interviews (in-person or via telephone)

• Required Pre-field orientation sessions: – Sept. 3rd 1pm-5pm for Foundation– Sept. 4th 8am-12noon for Advanced

• Sept. 8th Field placement starts this week 11

PLACEMENT REQUEST APPLICATION• Field Placement Request Application consists of:

– An online application where you will indicate your top 6 placement choices for consideration

– Uploading (not e-mailing) your Goal Statement when submitting your application

– Uploading (not e-mailing) your Resume when submitting your application

• You submit these documents online and they are shared electronically with prospective fieldwork sites

• http://ssw.umich.edu/programs/msw/ofi/Incoming_Letter_2009.pdf (this is the link to essential field placement instructions and resources)

• Placement listings can be reviewed at any time: http://ssw.umich.edu/programs/msw/ofi/slots/

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GOAL STATEMENT

• One page statement discussing your professional goals, your learning style, and your career aspirations. Do not include personal information or agency specific requests.

• Include these 3 main points:– What are your professional accomplishments?– What skills do you want to learn?– What are your long-term career goals?

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RESUME

• Two page document• Easy to read format and style• Skilled-based• Use action verbs• Demonstration of your work, volunteer, and

internship experiences (classroom-based experiences count too)

• Review, edit and seek feedback

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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?• Once you submit your online application, you will receive an e-

mail assigning you to a Field Faculty person with their contact information

• Work on your application materials, your Goal Statement, update your Resume, and any additional paperwork required right away

• Contact your assigned Field Faculty person with ANY questions

• Appointments can be made with your Field Faculty via telephone or in-person

• REMEMBER: Stay in contact with your Field Faculty on a continuous basis until you are placed

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PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US

OFFICE OF FIELD INSTRUCTION

CALL: 734.764.5331 We have a Daily Resource Person (DRP)

available to assist you Monday-Thursday & Fridays 8am-12noon

E-MAIL: ssw.ofi@umich.edu

WEB PAGE: http://www.ssw.umich.edu/progra

ms/msw/ofi/

THE CAREER CENTER

CALL: Michelle Woods 734.763.6259

E-MAIL: micwoods@umich.edu

WEB PAGE: http://www.ssw.umich.edu/em

ployment/index.html

16GO BLUE!