Assistant/Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Summary The mission of the Occupational Therapy program is to make quality graduate-level education accessible to working adult students from diverse cultural and experiential backgrounds. Barry University’s goal is to prepare graduates who value occupational therapy as the means and end goal of client centered practice; practice competently through the use of theory, technology and evidence-based principles in both traditional and innovative community settings; model the ethical principles and professional behaviors espoused by the university and the profession; and assume leadership roles for responsive and effective service delivery in their facilities and communities. The primary role of the AFWC is to implement and oversee the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) C Standards. Additional responsibilities of the AFWC include providing input to curricular design & redesign, policy development & updates, overall administration capabilities, and engaging in teaching & scholarship. This is a faculty position that is responsible for coordinating students’ fieldwork placements and monitoring progress. According to the accreditation body, the AFWC is designated as Core Faculty (A.2.4), which means “Faculty members employed in the occupational therapy educational program whose job responsibilities, at a minimum, include curriculum design, teaching, and student advisement. (ACOTE, 2018). The successful candidate is passionate about fieldwork education with a spirit for innovation and creative problem-solving. Rank and Compensation are commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is a full-time, 12-month, non-tenured core faculty member appointment holding the rank of assistant or Associate professor of occupational therapy. Essential Functions The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to: 1.

Fieldwork Coordination:

Establish level I and level II FW contracts with clinical sites, ensuring the number of FW sites is adequate and in compliance with

ACOTE FW

accreditation standards Evaluate and coordinate placements for students’ level I and level II fieldwork (FW) experiences. Monitor the progress of students during experiences Advise students on matters of fieldwork Work and communicate effectively with clinical instructors, fieldwork coordinators, and the program director Maintain up-to-date students’ records, forms, datasheets, affiliation agreements, and fieldwork contracts. Verify students’ compliance with fieldwork participation requirements (i.e. background checks, medical information, insurance) Develop alternative student clinical experiences as needed (i.e. telehealth) Serve as academic fieldwork supervisor for Level I and nontraditional Level II FW students as needed when there is no OT onsite Provide annual training to FW educators on topics dealing with the supervision of diverse students. Collect and interpret data for fieldwork program evaluation and curriculum development 2.

Teaching:

Teaching courses within the curriculum Advise students and monitor students’ learning outcomes Participate in professional development. Participate in scholarship activities Participate in service activities 3.

Accreditation and Administrative Support:

Ensure proper documentation and placements comply with ACOTE accreditation standards for fieldwork Assist with ACOTE document preparation and reports Ensure the number of FW sites is adequate and in compliance with

ACOTE FW

accreditation standards Document and complete FW reports for HRSA and/or other grants as needed Lead program FW Committee meeting, documentation of minutes, and assessment of students’ Professional Behaviors rating. 4.

Professional Service:

Represent the program at professional meetings such as FLOTEC Attend professional association meetings Attend annual institution and CHW commencement events Present at Program events such as: Orientation, Symposium, Anointing of Hands ceremony Present at the CHW Summer Program Present at min 1 professional development session for to program faculty Serve on the Program’s Admission committee as a member with duties including screening and interviewing of prospects, among others Serve on the Program Curriculum Committee as a member. 5.

Advising:

Maintain adequate office hours for advising and consultation with students Communicate effectively with FWE and other stakeholders. 6.

Other Duties:

Attend the Program Research Symposium and serve as a student project rater. Serve as Graduate Project Mentor as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

An active Occupational Therapist license with a minimum of a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy is required. A Doctoral degree from a USDE-accredited program is preferred. A minimum of three years of experience in clinical practice, academic teaching, and fieldwork education is required. Experience in the development and management of fieldwork sites is preferred. Must have a good understanding of the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) standards. Strong administrative and organizational skills. The candidate must have effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development. Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Barry University is a private Catholic institution with a history of academic excellence. Founded in 1940 by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Barry University now offers more than 100 undergraduate, master, professional, and doctoral degree programs. Barry University provides a nurturing environment built on strong values, mutual respect, and collaborative service to the community. The University seeks to recruit and retain a diverse group of student-centered faculty and staff who are dedicated to activities that enhance the quality of University life. The Barry experience fosters individual and communal transformation where learning leads to knowledge and truth, reflection leads to informed action, and a commitment to social justice leads to collaborative service. Barry University does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, familial status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability status or veteran status. This policy applies to students, employees, applicants and trustees with respect to participation in any program, benefit, activity or student/employment opportunity offered by the University. Every member of the University community is expected to uphold this policy as a matter of mutual respect and fundamental fairness in human relations. Every student of this institution has a responsibility to conduct himself/herself in accordance with this policy as a condition of enrollment. Further, every University employee has an obligation to observe Barry University policies and implementation of federal and state law as a term of employment. No person shall be retaliated against for reporting violations or concerns about prohibited discrimination or bias through appropriate University channels.