Title IV E Simulation Lab Standardized Participant - Contingent / On-Call (No benefits) - 530399

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $10.00 (Hourly N0)

Department/Organization: 224102 - Social Work

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; Dependent on scheduled simulations.

Job Summary: The Title IV E Simulation Lab Standardized Participant provides social work students with Standardized Participant (SPs) simulations.

Additional Department Summary: Memorizes case scripts and performs acting roles to portray the roles of social work clients, family members, or others in simulations for students. Assesses student behaviors using standardized measurement tools and provides feedback. Utilizes trained individuals to portray the roles of social work clients, family members, or others to allow students to practice intake, communication skills, and a variety of social work skills.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to memorize case scripts for presentation during simulated learning situations. Ability to present case information in a standardized manner. Ability to remain in specific standardized participant character as trained for simulation experiences. Ability to remember interactions with students for the purpose of evaluation. Ability and willingness to be recorded (video) for educational purposes. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to memorize and be improvisational. Ability to be flexible with time-based on simulation schedule. Basic Computer Skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or experience in acting, social work, or teaching.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.