Touro University Nevada Central Islip , NY 11722
Posted 3 weeks ago
Overview
The Director of the All-women division of the Occupational Therapy Program is responsible for the management, administration, and productivity of courses and fieldwork (FW) of the All-women division, as well as teaching assigned reduced course load, scholarship, and service, to the University, profession, and community
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Director include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administration/management:
Supervise and mentor professional development of faculty and staff
Hire adjunct faculty with demonstrated expertise in content to teach
Manage the budget, including overseeing the budgeting and purchasing process
Oversee student recruitment and admission procedures
Oversee student registration, deregistration, academic standing, and graduation
Contribute to OT program evaluation, ACOTE accreditation, and other for regulating bodies and Touro University
Provide coverage for the academic fieldwork coordinator when not available
Teaching
Teach reduced credit load of 6 credits per academic year
Provide assigned number of lecture, laboratory, and examination hours for course(s)
Provide the Occupational Therapy office with a list of required texts, supplies, and equipment needed for coursework (a minimum of six weeks prior to the semester beginning)
Prepare course descriptions, according to department format
Submit grades in compliance with policies and procedures established by the University
Schedule office hours on a weekly basis
Utilize the learning management system (ie: Canvas) in accordance with the policies for use of technology in the School of Health Sciences.
Scholarship and Service Activities:
Participate in scholarly activities such as, research projects, publications, presentations, grant writing, development of innovative teaching and/or initiatives, & mentorship of student research (related to area of expertise)
Maintain professionally related competence according to the guidelines and standards of professional accrediting bodies, and/or professional credentialing bodies and licensing entities
Participates in leadership and/or service to the community and University
Qualifications
Education/ Experience
Doctorate Degree required.
Initial certification as an Occupational Therapist
Professional license from New York State Department of Education Office or Professional Licensing
Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field of occupational therapy including experience in a full-time academic appointment with supervisory and teaching responsibilities at the post-baccalaureate level
Earned Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or a related discipline awarded by an institution that holds a regional accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Strong leadership, supervisory, and management skills
Strong writing and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience with curricula design and development, program evaluation processes, and accreditation standards
Scholarly work and activities
Knowledge of and the skills and abilities required for teaching
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, & Outlook), Internet Research, and other platforms
Physical Demands
Extensive use of computers
Extensive time sitting and standing
Ability to lift 5 pounds
Travel
Travel between campuses periodically
Travel to fieldwork site visits
Maximum Salary
USD $120,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $96,000.00/Yr.
Touro University Nevada