Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Faculty/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Posting Number: 0601285-C Position Type: Faculty Special Notes to Applicants:

The starting faculty salary range for 2023-24 is $62,299 - $71,490 for a 1.0 FTE, 168-day schedule. The college is currently in negotiations for the Full-time faculty collective bargaining agreement. Following ratification of the agreement, the salary schedule for the 2024/2025 academic year may be adjusted. New faculty will be contracted for 168-day contract plus additional 3 days to attend Fall Term Instructional Strategies Institute training. LBCC offers a comprehensive benefit package.

Here are some additional benefits of working full-time at LBCC:

• Employer paid contribution to a tax sheltered annuity

• Accrual of ten days of sick leave per year

• Tuition waiver for you and your dependents

• Medical, dental, vision insurance for employee and dependents

• Public Employees Retirement eligibility after 6 months (LBCC pays the six percent employee contribution)

• Professional development funds

• Winter and Spring break off

This position is subject to Article 31 of the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. In the event of a reduction in force, this position may be afforded less protection than non-Article 31 faculty. For more detailed information, please review the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts within 30 days of their hire date.

As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Offers of employment are contingent on the applicant having Oregon residency at the time work commences.

Position Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant Program Faculty/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator Employment Requirement Not Applicable Division/Department: Occupational Therapy Assistant Location Healthcare Occupations Center, Lebanon, OR Job Summary:

The faculty member is expected to fully engage as a teacher and faculty member in the fulfillment of the college's mission. This includes serving as Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, teaching classes in the Occupational Therapy Assistant department, advising students, developing and reviewing curricula and classes to promote student learning, serving on campus and departmental committees and task forces, fostering partnerships with community, employers, and educational organizations, and engaging in continued professional development. The faculty member is responsible for assisting the program director with the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Occupational Assistant program.

Required Qualifications:

Initially certified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant, currently licensed to practice in Oregon. Experience with supervision of Fieldwork Level II students. Experience with the design and delivery of adult education programming preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree, experience in the field of occupational therapy equivalent to 2 years full-time. Experience with distance learning practices.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office or classroom setting with minimal exposure to safety or health hazards. May require arm, hand, and finger dexterity to operate a keyboard or other office equipment. Requires sufficient visual acuity to recognize alphanumeric characters. Requires good hearing and well-developed speaking ability to communicate with staff and students. Work is performed indoors with minimal exposure to safety and health hazards. Considerable time is spent doing work on a computer.

Essential Duties:

• Serve as the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, who is specifically responsible for the program's compliance with the fieldwork requirements of Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) Standard C. Train and work collaboratively with program assistants and department colleagues to create, improve, and maintain fieldwork placement procedures and policies.

• Assist the program director with the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy Assistant program in accordance with accreditation standards and requirements of the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE).

• Assist the program director with research and development of an approved curriculum.

• Plan, develop, and present organized learning opportunities for students in accordance with approved course outlines on topics relating to Occupational Therapy Assistant.

• Assess student learning at the course and program level, and work to improve/refine the curricula based on results. Assist in choosing and integrating texts, material, equipment, and media to be used in learning. Share new curricular materials cooperatively with other department members.

• Create an equitable learning environment while adhering to the college's value of inclusivity; embracing the uniqueness of every individual and promoting the free and civil expression of ideas, perspectives, and cultures. Ensure and promote an equitable learning environment in fieldwork experiences for students.

• Work respectfully and productively with a diverse student and staff population, including different cultures, learning styles, skill levels, socioeconomic backgrounds, races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and other demographic indicators.

• Assume academic advising responsibilities. Develop and maintain an understanding of college processes, curricula, and technology to be an effective advisor.

• Participate in the recruitment and retention of students. Participate with OTA Program faculty in related learning activities for students on and off campus as appropriate.

• Participate in college and departmental committees, task forces, and groups as assigned with a willingness to take on a leadership role as chair in the future.

• Maintain current knowledge of the professional discipline and educational methodologies through continued professional development.

• Abide by the current code of ethics of the profession of occupational therapy.

Applicant Instructions:

Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents:

• Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• Academic Transcripts

• License or Certificate

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of honorable discharge (Form DD-214, Copy 4) to their application to qualify for veteran's consideration.

Proposed Start Date: 09/17/2024 Number of Days per Year 168-Faculty TRD FTE Load

1.0 FTE

Full-time or Part-time Full-time, Fiscal Year (Contracted with Benefits) Number of hours/week: 40 Work Schedule: Regular, Monday - Friday Posting Date: 05/31/2024 Closing Date: 07/07/2024 Open Until Filled: No Salary Grade Not Applicable Salary/Rate

See "Special Notes to Applicants" section above.