"Managing Assistant Director 2, Occupational Therapy Kean Community Cares Clinic"

Managing Assistant Director 2, Occupational Therapy Kean Community Cares Clinic

Company: Kean University

Job Location: Union, 07083

Category: Occupational Therapy

Type: Full-Time

Job Number: R3791

Department of Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Kean Community Cares Clinic

The Managing Assistant Director of the Occupational Therapy Kean Community Cares Clinic works under the supervision of the Dean of the College of Health Professions and Human Services. In collaboration with the Chairperson of the Department of Occupational Therapy (OT) and the Academic Fieldwork Coordinators for the OTD and MS programs, the Managing Assistant Director manages all aspects of the Clinic located at Kean University. The Clinic is open six (6) days per week, twelve (12) months a year, with individual and group services in the daytime and during evening hours. The Managing Assistant Director holds multiple roles including treating therapist, student fieldwork educator supervisor, course instructor, and operational and marketing manager.

The Managing Assistant Director is required to ensure the continued development of the Clinic and its daily operations follow New Jersey State OT/OTA licensure law, state and federal laws, and the American Occupational Therapy Association's Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, Code of Ethics, Philosophy of Education and Guidelines for Supervision. Additionally, the Managing Assistant Director assists students as they develop their professional identity and adhere to evidence-based practice.

The Clinic is designed to enhance Kean OT students' learning while providing direct OT services to the local community, particularly our underserved community members. The Clinic provides each OT student the opportunity to apply their didactic learning to real world clients across the lifespan to enhance wellness and occupational performance, as well as for habilitation, rehabilitation, educational and support services. The Clinic is also a venue for program development, research and grant funded activities to better serve our community and establish best practices.

This employee is required to teach in-load courses, which will be assigned through the Department Chairperson and Dean. Teaching responsibilities include up to twelve (12) credit hours distributed over a twelve (12) month period, from September 1st to August 31st. This may include fall, winter, spring and/or summer teaching assignments. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Master's degree from an ACOTE accredited program; licensure as an Occupational Therapist in the State of New Jersey; and a minimum of two years of clinical experience in OT is required. Five years of clinical experience in OT and two years of fieldwork supervision and/or administrative experience in the field is preferred. An OTD degree from an ACOTE accredited program may be substituted for two years of the required experience. Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to teach courses in the occupational therapy curriculum.

Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is: $100,000 to $110,000. This position may also be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, a retirement plan and benefits for work life balance. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to our Kean University Benefits website.

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Mission Statement

Kean University, New Jersey's first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer