Jennifer Hammond
- MSW, LCSW
- Clinical Assistant Professor of Field Education and Instruction
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IU Bloomington
Contact
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(812) 855-1345
- jennhamm@iu.edu
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2631 East Discovery Parkway
Regional Academic Health Center
About
Jennifer Hammond is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker serving as the Visiting Assistant Clinical Professor of Field Education and Coordination for the Master of Social Work program at Indiana University School of Social Work (IUSSW) on the Bloomington campus. Teaching assignments include S481/482 BSW Field Practicum, Generalist Social Work Practice II: Theory and Skills, S651/652 MSW Field Practicum. She has served as a Field Instructor, supporting BSW and MSW students in their practicum placements. Currently, Jennifer serves on the the MSW Committee, Diversity Council, and IU Strategic Plan Working Group: Service to the State and Beyond. Prior to her full-time academic appointment, Jennifer held positions as a clinical Skills Development Coordinator at Milestones, Staff Therapist at Adult and Child, High School Social Worker at Howard Center Child, Youth and Family Services and Program Director at Peace Learning Center. She has extensive experience working with individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and schools. Jennifer received her BSW from Ball State University in 1997, along with minors in Women's Studies and Native American Studies. She received her MSW from Indiana University in 2001. Jennifer has served her local community through the Unionville PTO and being a volunteer soccer coach for youth. Jennifer is committed to providing quality field experiences and education to IUSSW students and enhancing community partnerships in Bloomington and its surrounding counties.
Education
Master of Social Work
Emphasis/Major: Social Work2001 - Indiana University
Bachelor of Social Work
Emphasis/Major: Social Work1997 - Ball State University
Teaching Interests
Teaching interest in Social Work Field Education, supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and working with K-12 schools.
Awards and Honors
- Visionary Leadership Award
2018 - Stone Belt - Outstanding Contributions
2012 - Stone Belt
Presentations
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Hammond, J. L. (2024). Parkinson’s Support Group: Social Worker Support. IU Speech, Language and Hearing .
Engaged members of Parkinson’s support group, educated members on the role and support social workers can provide for patients and caregivers, provided resource information.
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Hammond, J. L., & Williamson, N. A. (2024). Hosting Social Work Students.
Co-presented to Monroe County Community School Corporation Social Workers, educated on the placement process and benefits of hosting social work practicum students.
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Hammond, J. L. (2024). Generalist Practicum Student Kick-off.
Facilitate workshop for 22 MSW Generalist students to prepare for first social work practicum experience.
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Hammond, J. L., & Williamson, N. A. (2023). BSW Pre-Placement Workshop. Bloomington Field Team.
Co-developed and co-facilitated a workshop on resume writing and interview skills for BSW students entering practicum pre-placement.
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Hammond, J. L., & Williamson, N. A. (2023). Student Practicum Kick-off. Bloomington Field Team, Bloomington, IN United States.
Co-developed and co-facilitated a workshop for 70 BSW and MSW students in preparation for their practicum.
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Hammond, J. L. (2019). Autism Awareness for First Responders. Lawrence County, Bedford, IN United States.
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Hammond, J. L. (2017). Understanding Services and Supports for Children on the Autism Spectrum. Kids Play Gym, Bloomington , IN United States.
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Hammond, J. L. (2016). Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Centerstone, Columbus, IN United States.
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Hammond, J. L. (2016). Supporting Individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Centerstone, Bloomington, IN United States.
Clinical Services
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Volunteet
2023 - Creative Arts for VetsThe Creative Arts for Vets Book is a guide to therapeutic artmaking and enhanced resilience for veterans, military-connected populations, and veteran service providers nationally and abroad. -
QPR Suicide Prevention TrainingSupported two MSW students in creating, marketing and facilitating QPR Suicide Prevention training for social work students. -
Community Liaison for Health Science BuildingServed as community liaison to Youth First staff using Health Science Building.
Institutional Services
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Task Force Member
2022 - IU Strategic Plan Working Group Service to State and BeyondAppointed to participate on interprofessional work group, as part of IU strategic planning on Service to the State and Beyond. Committee was tasked with creating plan for the pillar of Student Opportunities in the State. -
Committee Member
2022 - Diversity CouncilCommittee member and sub-committee member, participate in monthly committee meetings to promote DEIJB efforts across IUUSW campuses, participated in Associate Dean of Diversity search. -
Committee Member
2023 - Field Coordinator Training CommitteeAssisting in the creation and development of standardized training for Field Coordinators. -
Committee Member
2022 - MSW Admissions CommitteeReview MSW applications and attend monthly MSW application committee meetings. -
Committee Member
2022 - MSW CommitteeParticipate in monthly MSW Admissions committee meetings, review MSW applications and make admission recommendations. -
Committee Member
2022 - Faculty SenateParticipate in monthly faculty senate meetings and discussion, voting member. -
Committee Member
2023 - Sub committee on Nepotism in FieldParticipated in committee meetings and discussions to develop policy/language around identifying and addressing nepotism in practicum sites to be used system-wide. -
Student Advisor/Mentor
Red Carpet LunchEngaged with underrepresented students and their families, answer questions about Indiana University and Bloomington community. -
Faculty Governance
2022 - Dean and Faculty Candidate PresentationsAttended 5 IU Bloomington Tenure Track Faculty Candidate presentations.
Attended 2 Associate/Assistant Dean for Diversity Affairs presentations.
Attended 2 IUB/Associate Dean Candidate presentations. -
Committee Chair
2023 - Bloomington Student and Community Award CommitteeCo-chair of Student Award Committee for Bloomington campus. Promote and review nominations for BSW and MSW student awards, community partner awards, participate in decision making process and data entry to ensure recipients receive proper awards. -
Task Force Member
2023 - DEI in eSocial WorkParticipated in meeting to help develop DEI training for eSocial Work faculty and staff. -
Committee Member
2023 - DEI Statement CommitteeDEI Statement Committee was made of volunteers from Diversity Council members, charged with creating a DEI statement for IUSSW. -
Attendee, Academic Ceremony/Event
2022 - Cookies and CoffeeAttend Cookies and Coffee events each semester to connect with BSW and MSW students, as well as other students in the Health Sciences Building. -
Committee Member
2022 - MSW Field Coordinator CommitteeAttend MSW Field Coordinator Committee meetings, every other month. Participate in team collaboration, review events and best practice. -
Task Force Member
Freshman Call OutParticipated in Freshman Call Out event, made phone calls to incoming freshman as recruitment effort for IUSSW, Bloomington. -
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
2023 - Social Work Student AssociationCo-faculty advisor for IUSSW Bloomington Social Work Student Association, support Executive Board members and students who partner with local organizations for volunteer and social advocacy opportunities. We also function as a resource for BSW students looking to get involved, learn more about the program, and get to know one another. We strive to make our community stronger and make resources more accessible. -
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
2023 - LEAD DaySupport IUSSW Bloomington student engagement in LEAD Day event at the Indiana State House. -
Other
2023 - DCS Scholars InterviewerInterviewed DCS scholars candidates, collaborated with DCS staff to make recommendations. -
Other
2023 - MSW RecruitmentEngage in ongoing recruitment for MSW program.
Facilitated virtual MSW information sessions for recruitment purposes with perspective students.
Visited BSW 482 Seminars to review MSW application process and answer questions. -
Attendee, Academic Ceremony/Event
2023 - Social Work Welcome Week Open HouseParticipated in annual Social Work Open House during Welcome Week. Engaged with new social work students, created a sense of community and answered questions. -
Task Force Member
2023 - Development of Compensated PracticumsParticipate in various efforts to increase the amount of paid practicum opportunities for BSW and MSW students. Attend COFE Hot Topics workshops on P4P movement and paid practicum. Met with Bloomington and Indianapolis Office of Student Financial Assistance to learn more about work study opportunities. -
Other
The Friday FinishParticipated in recruitment events as part of The Friday Finish at Wells Library. -
Committee Member
2023 - Search and Screen CommitteeServed on Search and Screen Committee for BSW and MSW Academic Advisor & Recruiter for Bloomington campus. Reviewed candidate applications, participated in phone screening and in-person interviews, participated in collective decision making process to recommend applicant. -
Other
Practicum Abroad EventHosted field instructor from Cape Town, South Africa, provided tour IU Bloomington campus, attended information session on Cape Town practicum abroad. -
Attendee, Academic Ceremony/Event
IUSSW Faculty and Staff RetreatParticipated in fall retreat with IUSSW faculty and staff. -
Designer
Thank You VideoCo-designed Thank You Video, compiled video recordings of faculty and staff thanking task and field instructors for supporting IUSSW practicum students, and disseminated to field and task instructors. -
Attendee, Academic Ceremony/Event
Recognition and Hooding CeremonyAssisted in set up of BSW and MSW Recognition Ceremonies of 2023. Completed Hooding of MSW students of 2023. -
Committee Member
2024 - Recognition Ceremony CommitteeParticipate in department committee meeting to plan, coordinate, and implement BSW Recognition Ceremonies and MSW Recognition and Hooding Ceremonies. -
2023 - New Hire OnboardingParticipated in new hire onboarding for four new faculty and staff members on the Bloomington campus. Provided training on Field Education. -
Other
IU Health and Human Services Career DaySupported IU Health and Human Services Career Day as an event volunteer.
Licensure
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LCSW
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
Media Appearance
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Developing Skills = Empowerment
2021 - Stone Belt/Touchstone Issue No. 63, Fall 2021 -
Mental health providers join forces to help clients
2016 - The Republic Newspaper
Read the Story Mental health providers join forces to help clients
Memberships
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Indiana University Alumni Association
2023 to Present -
Indiana University School of Social Work Alumni Association
2023 to Present -
Council on Social Work Education
2022 to Present -
North American Network of Field Educators and Directors
2022 to Present -
National Association of Social Workers
1997 to Present
Professional Services
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Committee Member
2024 to Present - ADEI Reception Planning CommitteeServing on committee to plan ADEI Reception for APM 2024.
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Other
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Event Attendee
2023 to Present - Middleway LuncheonAttended annual luncheon hosted by Middleway House, community partner and practicum site.
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Other
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Author
2023 to Present - You Belong HereAuthor of You Belong Here segment of the quarterly Field Education newsletter, topics include diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Public Services
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Member
2023 to Present - Earth Day Festival CommitteeServe on Earth Day Festival Committee for Unionville. Engage in planning and implementing an Earth Day Festival for the Unionville Elementary students, families and community.
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Volunteer
2023 to Present - Unionville Classroom VolunteerClassroom volunteer at Unionville Elementary School.
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Member
2022 to Present - Unionville PTOParticipated in monthly Parent Teacher Organization meetings, assisted with school event planning and staff appreciation efforts.
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Volunteer
2022 to 2022 - Cutters SoccerVolunteer Assistant Coach for U6 soccer league at Olcott Park.
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Volunteer
2019 to 2022 - St. Mark's VolunteerClassroom volunteer in Pre-school and Kindergarten classrooms, special event preparation, provided donations for families in need.