Preceptor (Academic Fieldwork Coordinator), Occupational TherapyManages and coordinates the organization, administration, periodic review, planning, development and general effectiveness of the clinical phase of the Occupational Therapy program.Essential Functions:Manages and coordinates the clinical phase of the Occupational Therapy Assistant programCreates and maintains clinical schedules for student learningConducts regular clinical site visitsInvestigates and resolves conflicts with students and/or clinical sitesPerforms didactic instruction (including web-based instruction) of various Occupational Therapy courses as neededAssists in the development of policies related to the Occupational Therapy programAssists with the admissions processAssists with program recruitment and marketingAssists with counseling and guidance to studentsParticipates in program course preparations and evaluationsEstablishes an effective record-keeping system to ensure program and students meet and maintain accreditation standardsMaintains office hoursMaintains effective communication with applicants, students, graduates, faculty, instructors, and outside stakeholdersServes as liaison between College and community health care agencies, professional organizations and other network entities vital to the Occupational Therapy programMaintains required BCI and up to date immunizationsResponsible for the successful completion of an annual drug screenPerforms other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related fieldOccupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant professional certification and license to practice in the state of OHAt least 2 years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistantSuccessful completion of a Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check to include fingerprinting, social security number trace, county record search, state search and a check of Federal Bureau of Investigation recordsProof of required immunizations as specified at: experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or teamDemonstrated experience requiring diverse problem solving methods in a variety of situationsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Proficient in curriculum development, supervision, instruction, evaluation and academic advisingStrong organizational and time-management skillsExcellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to travel to all clinical affiliatesAbility to organize and coordinate large amounts of dataAbility to promote student successAbility to effectively complete work assignments independentlyIntermediate project management skillsFlexibility and prioritizing abilityWorking knowledge of clinical and/or didactic education concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situationsIntermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPointIntermediate proficiency with Blackboard and Banner (or equivalent programs)Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivityAbility to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projectsAbility to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and qualityAbility to research and analyze issues and develop solutionsAbility to work accurately with great attention to detailSensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of the communityCompetencies:Critical Competencies:Service FocusCommunicationQuality of WorkVery Important Competencies:Time UtilizationAdaptabilityImportant Competencies:CollaborationContinuous ImprovementPreferred Qualifications:Master's degreePhysical Demands/Working Conditions:The work is performed in a normal, professional office environmentThe work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilatedTypically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to clinical affiliates and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksiteTarget Starting Salary Range: $60,000 to $70,000 The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application.
This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.