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Where do we begin?
Where do we begin?
See the to-do list here and all emails sent by the field office.
Most of all, be open to the field experience and all it has to offer! Field is a great time to learn about new services, gain experience with new populations, and put theory into practice! All our field sites will give you a great generalist foundation in the profession of social work.
Field To-Do List
Field To-Do List
Purchase Exxat/Prism subscription (see email)
Do your "Let's get to know you" slide (see below)
Complete Prism Profile
Complete Clinical Questionnaire in Prism
Create Wishlist in Prism
Schedule Group Chat with the Field Coordinator (see below)
After receiving the placement referral email, schedule interview with field site (see email)
Confirm Placement in Prism
Do agency on-boarding paperwork
Ensure your schedule and support system are prepared for the next 3 semesters
Schedule your first day of field work (the week of February 14th)
who are you?
who are you?
Click here to add your pic and info to our shared "Get to know you" slide deck.
Let's Chat about Field!
Let's Chat about Field!
Field Group Chat - Schedule
Field Group Chat - Schedule
Select one of the group chats at the link. If none of the slots work for you, email Aimee aimee.chung@hawaii.edu.
When you attend, be ready to discuss:
Your experience and professional goals
Your areas of interest and hopes for your field experience
After purchasing your Exxat subscription, review the wishlist and start completing your profile.
Questions you have about the field experience
Getting started in PRISM
Getting started in PRISM
Profile
Profile
Fill out your profile completely. Add a headshot and upload an updated resumé. Your profile will be sent to field sites when you are referred there for an interview.
Wishlist
Wishlist
The wishlist may change daily! As sites add slots, they will populate into the wishlist. Read sites carefully - it is a statewide list! Read what is available in Prism or search their website to learn more about the agency.
Find it here:
Start at the Dashboard
Click on Field Coursework
Click on the course name (E.G. 391 - Undergrad Field Education I)
Click on the course name under Wishlists
Read the instructions & click the Start button
In the left search menu, click "all states" or "Hawai'i," then on the "Apply" button to see the list of sites.
Tip: Do not use too many search filters, as they do not always work well and may filter out potential sites.
Note: Some agencies have presence on multiple islands/locations. Read the description carefully.
Field Site Contacts
Field Site Contacts
When you get an email fro Prism stating you are referred to a field site, contact the FI/SS to schedule an interview. To find field site loation contact info:
Prism Dashboard
Coursework
Course name (E.G. SW391)
Placement Details
Location contacts are listed on the left/center of the page
Field Instructor and Site Supervisor are listed on the right.
After the Interview
After the Interview
It went well!
If it looks like it will be a good fit - you and the FI/SS agree, then you may do any paperwork or clearances that they need and schedule your first day. (E.G. If you are taking SW391 in the spring, your first day will be during the week of Feb 14.)
In Prism, confirm the placement. (Dashboard --> Coursework --> Course Information --> Attestations --> Placement Confirmation)
For more info about hours, etc. Please see our Field Manual and the FAQ page.
There are concerns...
If it looks like it would not be a good fit, reach out to your field coordinator ASAP.
Need a reminder of what we discussed in the Field Group Chat? See slides below!
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