Academic Fieldwork Coordinator of OT Program

Overview The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator is responsible for the management of fieldwork education. Responsibilities Oversee, coordinate, and manage quality fieldwork experiences for occupational therapy (OT) students to practice skills aligned with the curricula and in accordance with the standards of accrediting bodies and other requirements Community engagement to establish and maintain collaborative and contractual relationships with fieldwork educators and provide innovative experiences for OT students Conduct assessment and related strategic planning for continuous improvement of fieldwork sites and student performance in fieldwork Oversee organized electronic record keeping of fieldwork documentation Support fieldwork educators and collaborate to mentor and advise students in professional development related to fieldwork Teach the required reduced credit of coursework related to fieldwork and professional development Serve as faculty advisor to assigned students Participate in service to the school and community Participate in scholarly activities Qualifications Education/Experience Minimum of 2 years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist and experience or training as a fieldwork educator Earned Doctorate in Occupational Therapy or a related discipline preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong leadership, supervisory, and management skills Strong writing and communication skills Certifications/Licensures Initial certification and NY state professional license as an Occupational Therapist Travel Travel within NYC, Long Island, and surrounding area to fieldwork sites and periodically between campuses. Maximum Salary USD $100,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary USD $80,000.00/Yr.