ACADEMIC FIELDWORK COORDINATOR AND ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Job Posting Title :

Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy

Job Description :

Position Overview : The Academic Fieldwork Coordinator (AFWC) provides the occupational therapy program with management and administration of the fieldwork program.

As a full-time faculty member, the AFWC procures fieldwork sites, provides development to fieldwork educators, and monitors student fieldwork progress.

The AFWC ensures the OTD program's compliance with ACOTE fieldwork requirements. The AFWC works closely with KGI's Office of Experiential Education and directly reports to the OTD Program Director.

Education and Experience :

The successful candidate will possess a doctoral degree from a recognized accredited program by the United States Department of Education and be a registered and licensed occupational therapist in the state of California.

At least three years of clinical practice experience as an occupational therapist is required.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities : Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Ensure compliance with ACOTE fieldwork requirements.
• Procure and develop fieldwork education sites that fit the scope and sequence of didactic courses and curriculum design.
• Provide development to fieldwork educators to support student learning experiences.
• Place students in fieldwork sites.
• Support students while on fieldwork.
• Oversee administration of fieldwork requirements of affiliation agreements, student health records, site-specific requirements, and utilization of the healthcare education management system.
• Manage fieldwork courses.
• Engage in service activities for the Institute.
• Participate in scholarly research and program development activities in collaboration with OTD faculty.
• Demonstrate professional skills and interactions that support the mission and vision of the OTD program.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Individuals must possess knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential function of the position, or be able to explain or demonstrate how the essential functions may be performed, with or without, reasonable accommodations, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient computer, online system, and web skills.
• Strong work ethic and team-based approach to working in a high-volume environment.
• Superior writing skills.
• Positive, welcoming personality with demonstrated customer service experience.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work comfortably, respectfully, and competently with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• Available for occasional work on evenings and weekends, as event schedules may require.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record (as maintained by the DMV) that is acceptable to the Institute's insurance carrier.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds / participate in light set-up for recruitment and on-campus events.

Special Requirements :

Keck Graduate Institute has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program covering all employees and students. Employees must submit proof of vaccination or an Institute-approved exception or deferral to comply with the policy.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy;

capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans.

Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.

Finger dexterity is required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.

Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters. Ability to hear within normal parameters.

Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file. Ability to move about. Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs.

for example, to lift or move office supplies, files, books, and packages.

Ability to drive locally. Occasionally, will be required to stand for prolonged periods at activities / events on and off-campus.

To Apply :

A confidential review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

To be ensured full consideration, please submit a cover letter highlighting your professional experience, a complete CV outlining your career and educational credentials, and three professional references (including their names, relationship to you, their position, email, and direct phone numbers).

Minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Keck Graduate Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. It does not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all terms and conditions of employment. KGI strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.