Meet the Council!
- Academic & Educational Program Representatives:
Sherie Augustin | Senior Program Coordinator with the Online/Blended MSW Program
Jackie Findra | SSW Instructional Designer
Sandile Manzini | Associate Director for Admissions and Recruitment & SSW Staff Council Co-Chair - Administrative Services Representatives:
Jonathan Irizarry | Coordinator Building Services
Khalia Scribner | Business Specialist - IFF Representatives:
Christine Blanos | Instructional Designer & SSW Staff Council Co-Chair
Dominique Laing-Rogers | Instructional Designer - Research Center Representative:
Clare Neary | Program Coordinator – ??
Charge & Goals
The Rutgers School of Social Work Staff Council will serve in an advisory capacity to the Dean and Associate Dean for Administration and Finance on matters pertaining to the daily activities and work conditions of all staff members as they strive to support the mission and strategic plans of the School.
- Continuously facilitate communication between staff and school leadership with the aim of strengthening relationships between staff, committees, workgroups, and the Dean’s office.
- Foster a sense of community among our diverse population here at SSW.
- Act as a voice and advocate for the best interest of all staff members at SSW.
- Collect and disseminate information pertinent to all staff and to increase awareness of University and School policies.
- Participate, assist and advise in decision making processes that affect the staff’s relationship with the larger school community.
- Promote and advocate staff professionalism, and encourage opportunities for leadership and professional development.
- Contribute and develop initiatives to make SSW an efficient, fulfilling, and attractive work environment.
Staff Recognition
SSW acknowledges and appreciates the work of our staff in support of RUSSW’s mission to develop and disseminate knowledge through social work research, education, and training that promotes social and economic justice and strengthens individual, family, and community well-being in this diverse and increasingly global environment of New Jersey and beyond. Want to recognize a team member for amazing work – use our SSW Staff Recognition Form!
Training Opportunities
Have an idea for a new training topic or other professional development resources, please share your thoughts with staffcouncil@ssw.rutgers.edu.
Anonymous Feedback
SSW’s Staff Council hosts an anonymous suggestion box where all RUSSW staff can feel free to offer feedback, provide suggestions, and ask questions with fully guaranteed anonymity. The Staff Council uses a private host through Ansr.Me/Incogneato. Please submit your suggestions or concerns here: https://ansr.me/sswstaffcouncil
Visit the SSW Staff Council Canvas HUB for more details!
