Social Work

Grievance Procedure

Occasionally there are situations in the field setting that cannot be resolved satisfactorily between the student and the field supervisor.  In these instances, the faculty liaison should be contacted immediately.  The faculty liaison is available to assist when problems arise as identified by either the field supervisor or the student.  If needed, a meeting is arranged with the faculty liaison, student, and field supervisor.  If the situation continues to persist, the director of field education may become involved.

Sometimes miscommunications,  misunderstandings, and nervousness can interfere with the student’s ability to conform to professional practice.  Therefore, early recognition and ongoing, open communication between the field supervisor, the faculty liaison, and the student is critical.