Academic Fieldwork Coordinator And Assistant Professor Of Occupational Therapy

Seton Hill University invites applications for an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator/Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy for a developing Doctoral of Occupational Therapy program with a start date between September 1, 2024 - October 15, 2024.

Seton Hill's occupational therapy doctorate program focus is optimizing health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan by engaging in meaningful activities and occupations. The program fosters wellbeing and life balance for students, faculty, fieldwork educators and clients. Experiential learning is supported by all program faculty.

Chartered in 1918, Seton Hill University is a leading Catholic coeducational liberal arts university founded by the Sisters of Charity and embracing students of all faiths. Located in southwestern Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands (yet only 35 miles from Pittsburgh), Seton Hill educates students to think and act critically, creatively and ethically as productive members of society committed to transforming the world.

Responsibilities:

The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator is a core faculty member responsible for the coordination, oversight, and management of two level I and two level II fieldwork placements for each student (50%) and teaching, advising and scholarly activity (50%). The coordinator develops learning experiences related to fieldwork and ensures the program's compliance with ACOTE fieldwork education Standards.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Doctoral degree (professional entry or post professional).

• Licensed or eligible for Pennsylvania occupational therapy licensure.

• Two years of occupational therapy experience including:

• Clinical practice as an occupational therapist.

• Professional experience as a fieldwork educator or plan for completing fieldwork educator training (AOTA).

• Commitment to optimizing health and wellbeing through occupation.

• Commitment to promoting inclusiveness and cultural competence .

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills to foster collaborative problem-solving.

• Exceptional ability to multitask and manage projects.

Preferred Experience:

• Teaching in higher education.

• Working with underrepresented students and students from at-risk backgrounds.

• Supervising, managing or mentoring others.

• Learning to use scheduling or database software.

APPLICATION: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae or resume, a summary of relevant skills and experience, a statement of occupational therapy philosophy, and contact information for three references to Jennifer Zemba, Executive Assistant to the Provost, 1 Seton Hill Drive, Seton Hill University, Greensburg PA15601 or via email jzemba@setonhill.edu. Electronic applications preferred. The position is open until filled with the Search Committee reviewing no fewer than five (5) working days from posting.

"I look forward to exploring this opportunity to impact the future of the profession with you." Jane Olson, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, Founding Program Director