Missouri State University Social Work Programs

📢 Job Opportunities: Harmony House

Harmony House in Springfield, Missouri, is currently hiring for the following positions:

• Outreach Victim Advocate
• Case Manager
• Survivor Support Specialist

To learn more about these employment opportunities and apply, visit:
https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=harmony+house&l=Springfield%2C+MO&from=searchOnHP&vjk=ec5092d08ed13cb3

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🌟 Social Work Student Spotlight: Megan Timmerman 🌟

Meet Megan Timmerman (she/her), a BSW Seated student at Missouri State University! 🐻

Originally from Rogers, Arkansas, Megan now lives in Nixa, Missouri. She initially chose social work because she knew she wanted to become a therapist. Today, her passion for the field continues to grow because she wants to make a difference in people’s lives and appreciates the many opportunities a career in social work can offer.

After moving to Missouri, Megan wanted to continue her education in person and was able to transfer to Missouri State. She says she is glad she made the choice!

Outside of school, Megan enjoys reading, walking trails, and spending time with her pets. 📚🐾

Her advice for anyone considering social work?

“Absolutely do it. Social work opens up a broad range of career opportunities, and I personally have loved every second of the program thus far!”

Megan is especially interested in pursuing mental health therapy.

We’re excited to highlight Megan and her journey in the Missouri State Social Work Programs! ❤️

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We’re happy to highlight Missouri State University’s Professor Kelly Dudley, who spoke about resilience and the importance of self-care at The Child Advocacy Center’s annual Multidisciplinary Team Training and Awards Luncheon.

Thank you to The Child Advocacy Center for bringing professionals together for this meaningful event!

📢 Faculty Job Opportunity: Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work

Missouri State University is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Social Work position in Springfield, Missouri.

The role includes teaching BSW and MSW courses, mentoring students, conducting research, and contributing to university and community service.

📍 Location: Springfield, MO
📅 Anticipated Start: Fall 2027
🗓️ Application Review Begins: November 11, 2026
💼 Appointment: Nine-month, tenure-track

Applicants should have an MSW and a PhD in Social Work or a related field. Additional qualifications and application requirements are available in the official posting.

🔗 Learn more and apply: jobs.missouristate.edu

Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

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🌟 Community Conversation: Promoting Inclusion

Caregivers, students, professionals, and community members are invited to join a conversation focused on improving inclusion for autistic individuals and their families in the greater Springfield community.

This event will bring together people with different experiences and perspectives for guided small- and large-group discussions about how we can help create a more inclusive community.

📅 Sunday, November 1
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 The Library Center – 4653 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, MO

This is an adults-only (18+) event, and space is limited. Registration is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register, preferably by October 25.

This community conversation is part of a doctoral dissertation research study at Missouri State University and is not affiliated with the Springfield-Greene County Library.

We encourage social work students, faculty, practitioners, caregivers, and other interested community members to consider participating or sharing this opportunity with others.

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📅 Save the Date!

Springfield Area Social Workers (SASW) will host its Annual Virtual CEU Event on Friday, February 26, 2027.

The event will feature two training sessions:

🕘 9:00–11:00 AM: S*x and Human Trafficking Training

🕛 12:00–3:00 PM: Ethics

💻 Location: Virtual

Registration information and Zoom details will be shared as they become available.

🎬 Film Screening + Book Signing + Discussion: Between Worlds

Join us on November 2 at 3 PM at Missouri State University’s Meyer Library, Room 101 for Between Worlds: Growing Up Overseas & Coming Home to Yourself.

The event will feature the film Ben Between Africa and special guest author Holly Berkley Fletcher, author of The Missionary Kids: Unmasking the Myths of White Evangelicalism.

The conversation will explore mental health, religious trauma, identity, and belonging.

📅 November 2
🕒 3 PM
📍 Meyer Library, Room 101
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✨ Social Work Student Spotlight: Amanda Molder ✨

Meet Amanda Molder, an online BSW student from near Willard, Missouri!

Amanda chose social work because she wants to do her part in creating a better world for the future. Her connection to Missouri State is a little more personal, too. Her grandmother actually suggested MSU to her after attending Missouri State herself, back before it was called MSU!

Amanda is especially interested in mental health, which she currently sees as her number one area of interest. She is also exploring opportunities to work with adolescents and potentially pursue school social work for her practicum.

When she’s not working on her BSW, you can probably find Amanda reading. 📚 She describes reading as her main coping tool and one of the things she enjoys most in her free time.

Her advice for students considering social work?

“Be open to other people’s views, make sure that you’re taking time for yourself, and most importantly, love what you do.”

We’re excited to see where Amanda’s passion for social work takes her! 💙

📢 Volunteer Opportunity: Special Olympics Outdoor Games

Special Olympics Missouri is seeking volunteers for the upcoming Outdoor Games on Saturday, October 17, at the Bill & Payne Stewart Golf Course & Cooper Sports Complex in Springfield, Missouri.

As part of Special Olympics’ Healthy Athletes® programming, the Strong Minds initiative helps athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn adaptive coping strategies. During breaks in competition, volunteers will help facilitate hands-on stations focused on active stress management, positive self-talk, deep breathing, and mindfulness techniques that athletes can use in sports and daily life.

Mental health professionals, therapists, counselors, and other interested volunteers are invited to help facilitate these stations and interact with athletes throughout the day.

Volunteer Sign-Up: https://somo.volunteerhub.com/vv2/lp/outdoor

For additional information about event schedules, specific station responsibilities, and volunteer sign-up, contact E. Ashley Scott, LCSW, Clinical Director of the Strong Minds Initiative, at [email protected].