Social Work Office of Research and Public Service

08/11/2026

08/07/2026

At SWORPS, technology matters most when it reduces burden on the people doing the work.

We recently enabled automated reporting submissions for a statewide database for educators—reducing manual aggregation and improving consistency.

Embedding decision support into workflows helps systems focus on outcomes—not re-entry.

08/06/2026

Looking for a career that combines purpose, collaboration, and public service? We've just posted new opportunities that create lasting, positive outcomes for Tennesseans.

Data Scientist:
https://tinyurl.com/mpbnf2xt

Regional TCSEPP Coordinator:
https://tinyurl.com/yns5e35s

07/30/2026

We're hiring! If you're looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work that supports individuals, families, and communities across Tennessee, we'd love to hear from you.

TCSEPP Fatherhood Program Coordinator (East TN):
https://tinyurl.com/ze6ktj5m

Family Coach, Tennessee Families Thrive:
https://tinyurl.com/48u24j2e

07/27/2026

Thank you to University of Tennessee Social Work Office of Research and Public Service staff for compiling this comprehensive report on the City’s Project TLC. This report shows a significant drop in violent crime since the inception of this program. For example, homicides are down 67 percent in Project TLC zones.

Read the entire report here: https://www.knoxvilletn.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=109562&pageId=20773877 -cbe03bd8472101aebb09d7d4110110f6

07/22/2026

At SWORPS, strengthening systems is ongoing work.

From technology modernization and reporting foundations to practice supports and evaluation, our teams continue improving the infrastructure and learning loops that help partners coordinate services and reduce burden.

When insight informs action, systems can adapt in real time.