Jewel Mosley
- MSW, LSW
- BSW Student Services Coordinator & Recruitment Specialist
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IU Indianapolis
Contact
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(317) 274-6747
- jymosley@iu.edu
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902 West New York Street
902 West New York Street
About
Jewel Mosley is a distinguished professional and a PhD scholar in Social Work. She currently holds the positions of BSW Student Services Coordinator and Associate Faculty at Indiana University School of Social Work. Having earned a Master of Social Work degree from IUSSW, Jewel brings extensive knowledge and expertise to her current role. Her career is marked by a steadfast commitment to supporting underserved students and advancing collegiate access and success. Jewel is deeply passionate about cultivating student learning, growth, and development. She has played a pivotal role in implementing data-driven strategies that foster student persistence and academic achievement.
In addition, Jewel also plays a significant role on behalf of the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, specifically as a member of the Nina Scholars Advisory Council since 2013. She is an integral part of the four-person selection committee responsible for evaluating, interviewing, and selecting new Nina Scholars each year. This esteemed program offers comprehensive support and nearly a full-ride scholarship for up to six years to independent youth, students with disabilities, and students with dependents. Jewel's unwavering commitment to this initiative has made her an indispensable member of the team year after year.
Jewel’s extensive experience encompasses the development of evidence-based programs and policies designed to enhance student learning and success. She has demonstrated a proven ability to align the diverse priorities of higher education institutions, community organizations, grant agencies, faculty, staff, students, parents, and key stakeholders. Her extensive experience spans multiple functional areas, including retention data and programs, enrollment management, adult degree completion, academic advising, transfer student support, new student orientation, first-year seminar courses, residence life, diversity programming, career counseling, student employment, alumni relations, workforce development, and leadership development. This comprehensive background underscores Jewel's strong commitment to supporting all students throughout their educational journey.
As a researcher, Jewel has clinical experience in providing comprehensive health and wellness services in the treatment of individuals with trauma histories, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders. Her research focuses on youth, brain health, behavioral health equity, Social Determinants of Health (SDoH), religion/spirituality, trauma-informed care restorative practices, restorative justice practices, training methodologies, and their impact on African Americans and child and youth care workers. She conducts translational research using systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical trials.
Jewel's amazing contributions are making a big impact in the local, national, and global communities. Her unwavering dedication as a diversity champion and her extensive contributions to student success make her an invaluable asset to Indiana University.
Education
Master of Social Work
Emphasis/Major: Social Work2010 - Indiana University
Bachelor of Social Work
Emphasis/Major: Social Work2009 - University of Indianapolis
Research Interests
African and African American Religions, Liberation Theology, Womanist Theology, Alternative Christianities, Religion and Globalization, New Religious Movements in the African Diaspora, Behavioral Health Equity, Resilience
Awards and Honors
- CTSI Trailblazer Planning Grant Award
2023 - Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute - Ivy Tech | IUPUI Passport Advocate Award
2019 - IU School of Social Work
2018 - IUPUI Center for Service Learning, Office of Community Engagement- Service Learning Assistant
2017 - IUPUI Center for Service Learning, Office of Community Engagement
Clinical Services
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Faculty
2019 - Student Outreach ClinicServed as faculty to support social work student board and volunteers when providing service to clients in the outreach clinic.
Institutional Services
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Committee Chair
2017 - Nina Scholars Program: Execute Review Committee for Emergency FundsCommittee Co-Chair of two for reviewing emergency funds applications for the IUPUI Nina Scholar Program 2-4 applications are reviewed per a year. Dr.Cathy Buyarski is the other member of this committee. -
Committee Member
2017 - IUPUI Honors College Advisory CouncilDean Michael Patchner appointed me to the IUPUI Honor's College to represent the School of Social Work. -
Committee Member
2017 - Beyond Financial Aid CommitteePlan annual events for faculty, staff, and students in an effort to spread awareness of best practices when working with under-resourced/underrepresented students. -
Other
2016 - IUPUI University College (TLC) FacultyUniversity College (TLC) Faculty Teaches undergraduates social work courses to BSW students. Teaches one (1) social work course (Swk-S102, Diversity in a Pluralistic Society) in a Themed Learning Community (TLC) of 25 students. Collaborate with two other TLC faculty to explore topics directly related to the Inequality and Social Justice TLC. Intergrate InterGroup Diaologue in the classroom to address complex issues correlated with Inequality and Social Justice. Create Assignments in alignment with the Principles of Co-Curricular Learning (PCLs) outcomes. Developed Canvas content, targeted curriculum for Inequality and Social Jutice. Assist students in making connections between the three (3)courses that might otherwise seem disconnected. Integrate co-curricular experiences that take learning beyond the classroom. Plan, coordinate, and implement class field trips with external community partners. Plan and coordinate a day of service and extended service learning activity for TLC. Schedule campus activities, workshops, films, and class speakers for TLC. Complete formative and summative assessments throughout the semester to acquire feedback and measure learning outcomes. Achieved high rates for student success in course and positive evaluations. -
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
2016 - BSW Faculty Advisor, BSW Student Association (BSWSA)BSW Faculty Advisor, BSW Student Association (BSWSA) Collaborate with BSWSA President in planning the annual Regatta and montly events. Coordinate fall and spring yield events for Pre-Social Work and BSW students. Serve as a mentor, team builder, motivator, mediator, reflective agent, and policy interpreter. Create a one-on-one learning relationship based on modeling behavior and an extended, shared dialogue. Collaborate with officers to establish relationships that will enhance the ability of the organization’s leadership and members to work together. Motivate students through recognizing their efforts, support their desire to create change, and connect their experiences at IUPUI to the experiences the have or will encounter in the community. Encourage students to engage in activities that contribute to each individual student’s ability to make meaning of his/her own experiences. Assist students in their understanding of how to work within University parameters -
Organizer/Coordinator
2016 - BSW Student Services Coordinator & Undergraduate RecruiterBSW Student Services Coordinator & Recruitment Specialist Support the overall daily operations of the Bachelor of Social Work Program. Coordinate with the IUPUI Office of Admissions in planning, developing, and carrying out recruitment activities on campus and throughout Central Indiana. Coordinate with the state-wide IUSSW Recruitment and Career Services Coordinator in planning, developing, and carrying out recruitment activities hosted by Indiana Association for College Admission Counseling organization. Establish relevant campus and community programming for prospective BSW students and their families. Design and implement cohesive and integrated academic and co-curricular programming in support of Pre-Social Work students and BSW students from pre-admission and admission through graduation. Provide support and assistance to prospective students, transfer students, and BSWstudents on any and all questions or concerns regarding the BSW program and the BSW Student Association. Develop programmatic support and outreach to assist Pre-Social Work students in supporting the success of their BSW e-Application. Recruit, support, and mentor prospective social work students as undergraduate peer-mentors. Train and support, Office of Admissions Ambassadors and OTeam Leaders, who in turn, advise, support, and educate incoming social work students during summer orientations and campus visits. Serve as a back-up member of the BSW Program by assisting in the development and coordination of the complete program of retention and support services for BSW students. Partner with University College and campus units, community organizations, and Ivy Tech Community College to broadly engage and support student success. Coordinate the annual Welcome Reception newly admitted BSW students. Coordinate with IUPUI and University College’s Office of Orientation Services in planning, developing, and delivering student orientation programs for hig school students, transfer students and incoming freshmen. Coordinate and host campus visits and class simulations for prospective BSW students and their families. Proctor exams for BSW adjunct faculty. -
Committee Member
2016 - Nina Scholars Advisory Board MemberNina Scholars Advisory Board Member, IUPUI Campus Fostering Success Program, Search & Screen Committee Member Served as 1 of 4 Selection Committee members to screen, interview, and select Nina Scholars applicants who have applied for the Nina Scholars program. Actively serve as an advisory member to meet the needs of scholars who face significant barriers to college access and to academic success. Provide support to Nina Scholars program staff by sharing child-welfares expertise and community resources. Assist scholars in career exploration and personal development Coordinate with the Nina Scholars Program Director in planning, developing, and carrying out recruitment activities for prospective students. -
Faculty Advisor/Mentor
2016 - Pre-Social Work| BSW Academic AdvisorPre-Social Work | BSW Academic Advisor In conjunction with the Office of Registrar, monitor and update BSW and Human Services/Social Work TSAP degree maps via Interactive Graduation Planning System (iGPS). Deliver and lead a comprehensive student support program model to ensure students persist at IUPUI and complete their degree. Coordinate with the Ivy Tech/IUPUI Passport Office in delivering a comprehensive student support program model to ensure Ivy Tech Human Services students successfully matriculate to IUPUI and the School of Social Work. Act as a dedicated Academic Advisor, assisting students with determining educational and career pathways, including administering and interpreting assessments, linking life goals to educational objectives. Assist students in understanding Social Work degree requirements and the implications of school and campus policies and procedures. Monitor student academic progress, maintain student records, and refer students to appropriate campus resources, such as academic support services, internship and overseas study opportunities, and career services. Develop written materials for prospective students, transfer students, and BSW students Coordinate and Review evaluation of transfer credit for domestic and international coursework. Serve as a representative for the School of Social Work at campus meetings. Develop and facilitate enriching workshops, events, and student trips, by partnering with other campus offices and external organizations. Regularly work with Directors of Financial Aid to address case needs of individual students with Indiana State Financial Aid. Empower students to explore and engage in their educational and personal purpose. Assess barriers to student success and provided support to overcome challenges for under-resourced students and their families. Assess programming to share insights with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with staff and faculty to organize academic support for students
Licensure
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Licensed Social Worker
Indiana Professional Licensing AgencyState Licensure for Professional Social Worker LSW
Memberships
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Community Health Partnerships
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NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising
2016 to Present -
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK SOCIAL WORKERS
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Central Indiana Association of Black Social Workers
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National Association of Social Workers
2016 to Present
Public Services
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Organizer
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Marion County Juvenile Detention Cente
2017 to 2018 - Marion County Juvenile Detention CenterProvide service to youth in a locked and secured facility . My role is to share my child welfare/social work expertise to ensure a positive place – full of hope and opportunity – for young people in the Indianapolis community.
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Organizer
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Partners in Housing
2017 to 2018 - Partners in HousingStudents work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and Indianapolis residents to promote social justice by expanding their skills in advocacy, leadership, and intercultural communications through civil discourse, experiential exercises, and critical reflection.
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Board Member
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Child and Club Safety
2016 to 2018 - Boys and Girls Club of Central IndianaProvide service on the Child and Club Safety Committee at the Lilly Boys & Girls Club of Indianapolis. My role is to share my child welfare/social work expertise to ensure a positive place – full of hope and opportunity – for young people in the Indianapolis community.
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Committee Member
2016 to 2018 - DJ Center for YouthProvide guidance to youth leaders in Indianapolis through Youth as Resources (YAR), a program of United Way of Central Indiana. YAR makes small grants to youth who identify community needs and design projects that use their skills, creativity and energy to help others. Groups apply for up to $1,000 to cover project expenses, materials, transportation and youth recognition. Youth groups must have an adult advisor and a nonprofit sponsor, which may be a school, church, youth-serving or community agency.