Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Job title:

Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Company

Chatham University

Job description

Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork CoordinatorChatham University welcomes applicants for the Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator position.The Assistant Professor & Associate Academic Fieldwork Coordinator position is a 12-month tenure-eligible faculty position in the Occupational Therapy department at Chatham University. This role includes administrative management of clinical placements for the entry-level occupational therapy doctorate (ELOTD) program in collaboration with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, teaching courses related to fieldwork, research/evidence-based practice and topics of clinical expertise, advising, as well as service and scholarship responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty Manual. This position requires routine presence on-campus, but opportunities for remote work sometimes exist. Evening or weekends as well as travel to clinical sites may be required.Chatham University strives to promote a campus environment that understands and embraces multiculturalism while increasing individuals’ intercultural competence. We actively work to build and sustain a diverse and culturally vibrant campus, which promotes employee and student success and retention. Learn more at: .Qualifications:

  • Initial certification as an OTR (occupational therapist, Registered) and current licensure as an occupational therapist (or eligible) in the Commonwealth of PA.
  • Terminal Doctoral degree (Ex: post-professional OTD, PhD, ScD, EdD).
  • Minimum of 5 years’ clinical experience as an occupational therapist.
  • Prior experience as a Fieldwork Educator.
  • Evidence of effective professional partnerships and collaboration.
  • Excellent organizational skills, written & verbal communication, & ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Respect for diversity of background, identity, & perspectives.
  • Ability to maintain strict confidentiality to handle sensitive matters using discretion, diplomacy, & judgment.
  • A high degree of emotional intelligence, excellent listening skills, & a positive, solution-oriented attitude.
  • Experience in experiential learning/teaching or innovative program development preferred.

Responsibilities:

  • Preparation, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of Level I student fieldwork experiences within the curriculum.
  • Assist the AFWC in ensuring the program’s compliance with all fieldwork accreditation standards.
  • Serve as a liaison between Chatham University and the affiliating fieldwork sites.
  • Provide support to Clinical Fieldwork Educators.
  • Coordinate annual Fieldwork Educator event.
  • Recruit and develop fieldwork Level I & II sites as needed.
  • Assist the Program Director & Academic Fieldwork Coordinator with the preparation of accreditation/re-accreditation reports, & other program reports.
  • Correspond & collaborate with others (including other faculty, administrative staff, students, vendors, other university departments, prospective students & applicants, clinical sites, & the public) in person, & via phone, email, & Zoom/Teams
  • Complete Level I & II clinical site visits as needed.
  • Collaborate with Fieldwork Administrative Assistant related to tracking student requirements and establishing contracts with sites.
  • Prepare occupational therapy coursework and participate in the instruction of students related to fieldwork and areas of clinical expertise.
  • Serve as an advisor to students, which may include academic advising, community fieldwork advising, or capstone faculty or site mentorship.
  • Participate in curriculum development and program evaluation.
  • Participate in occupational therapy admissions’ activities as requested.
  • Engage in other department, university, and professional service and scholarly activities within areas of interest and in alignment with the department’s mission.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

How to Apply:Applications accepted only via (direct link is ) and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration, please include:

  • Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  • Contact information for three professional references

All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity. Persons of color, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, or national origin.Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job date

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 23:33:09 GMT

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