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Occupational Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the occupational therapy department. Sets and implements guidelines for occupational therapy programs. Being an Occupational Therapy Director monitors patient progress and treatment plans. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Occupational Therapy Director typically reports to top management. The Occupational Therapy Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Occupational Therapy Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Occupational Therapy Asst.
  • University of Arkansas
  • Helena, AR FULL_TIME
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    Workstudy Position:
    No

    Job Type:
    Regular

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    Sponsorship Available:
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    Institution Name:
    Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
    The first community college established in Arkansas, Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) is a multi-campus, two-year college serving Eastern Arkansas. PCCUA has academic, occupational/technical and continuing education programs and offers over 25 associate degree programs with campuses in DeWitt, Helena-W. Helena and Stuttgart. Thank you for your interest, and we hope you’ll be joining our Ridge Runner family soon!

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    Department:
    Allied Health

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    Summary of Job Duties:
    The OTA program director is responsible for the management and administration of the program, including planning, evaluation, budgeting, selection of faculty and staff, maintenance of accreditation, and commitment to strategies for professional development.
    1. Plan, pilot, and evaluate a competency-based Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
    2. Develop and implement instructional plans for each course, using appropriate course objectives.
    3. Enforce academic policy and procedures and comply with institutional rules and regulations related to classroom instruction.
    4. Maintain availability for students out of class.
    5. Serve as the OTA program advisor and lead faculty member.
    6. Identify and secure Academic Fieldwork Coordinators.
    7. Identify and acquire resources, including textbooks, library materials, laboratory supplies, and instructional equipment.
    8. Lead program external accreditation planning.
    9. Lead work in developing a systematic plan for evaluation (SPE), which demonstrates that students have achieved, or are approaching, competency in student learning outcomes.
    10. Participate in College in-service training and other opportunities for continued professional development.
    11. Work collaboratively with the Dean of Allied Health and the Title III Program Director.

    Qualifications:
    Qualifications:
    Must be an initially certified occupational therapist who is licensed or otherwise regulated according to regulations in Arkansas.
    At least a master's degree in occupational therapy awarded by an institution that is accredited by a USDE-recognized institutional accrediting agency.
    Minimum of 5 years of documented experience in the field of occupational therapy including:
    • Clinical practice as an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant.
    • Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting.
    • Scholarship (e.g., scholarship of application, scholarship of teaching and learning).
    • Understanding of and experience with occupational therapy assistants.
    At least 2 years teaching experience, preferably in a community college setting.
    Experience working with diverse, at-risk students preferred.
    Ability to work as member of a team.
    Excellent written & oral communication skills.

    Additional Information:

    Salary Information:
    Commensurate with education and experience

    Required Documents to Apply:
    Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

    Optional Documents:

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Recruitment Contact Information:
    Shanna Pryor, SPryor@pccua.edu

    All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
    UASYS
    Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

    Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
    Criminal Background Check

    For general application assistance, or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at (870) 338-6474, ext. 1271.
    PCCUA is committed to providing a safe campus community. We will conduct criminal background checks and a sex offender registry check for applicants seeking employment. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
    The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
    Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
    All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

    Constant Physical Activity:
    Balancing, Climbing, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Stooping, Talking

    Frequent Physical Activity:
    N/A

    Occasional Physical Activity:
    N/A

    Benefits Eligible:
    Yes
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Travel Therapy - Occupational Therapist
  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Springdale, AR CONTRACTOR
  • Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Springdale, Arkansas.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Occupational TherapistDiscipline: TherapyDuration:...
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Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Kindred Pediatric Therapy
  • Fayetteville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Company Overview: Kindred Pediatric Therapy is a small business down the street from the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville (Go Hogs!) We pride ourselves in our loving interdisciplinary cul...
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Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Kindred Pedaitric Therapy
  • Fayetteville, AR FULL_TIME
  • Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Company Overview: Kindred Pediatric Therapy is a small business down the street fr...
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Travel Therapy - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Brinkley, AR CONTRACTOR
  • Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Brinkley, Arkansas.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Certified...
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Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Learn, Play, Grow Children's Therapy Services
  • Fort Smith, AR FULL_TIME
  • We’re Hiring! Are you looking to join a team where you are valued and supported? Are you cheerful and outgoing and love helping kids? Learn, Play, Grow Children's Therapy Services is seeking a Occupat...
  • 23 Days Ago
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  • New York, NY
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  • Mercy
  • Joplin, MO
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  • Mercy
  • Troy, MO
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Occupational Therapist
  • Rocketship Education
  • Concord, CA
  • At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student d...
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Occupational Therapist
  • Rocketship Education
  • San Jose, CA
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Full-Time Occupational Therapist
  • Masada
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • Come join our team of 7 Occupational Therapists and be part of the growth of OT at Masada. New graduates are welcome to ...
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About Arkansas

Arkansas (/ˈɑːrkənsɔː/ AR-kən-saw)[c] is a state in the southern region of the United States, home to over 3 million people as of 2018. Its name is of Siouan derivation from the language of the Osage denoting their related kin, the Quapaw Indians. The state's diverse geography ranges from the mountainous regions of the Ozark and the Ouachita Mountains, which make up the U.S. Interior Highlands, to the densely forested land in the south known as the Arkansas Timberlands, to the eastern lowlands along the Mississippi River and the Arkansas Delta. Arkansas is the 29th largest by area and the 33rd...
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Income Estimation for Occupational Therapy Director jobs
$111,370 to $140,229

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What does an Occupational Therapy Director do?

Occupational Therapy Director in Greenville, SC
You will also have the opportunity to be involved with the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA) to further enhance your professional leadership skills and community service experiences.
January 15, 2020
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the full-time Founding Program Director for Occupational Therapy Program (OTD).
November 29, 2019
Occupational Therapy Director in Peoria, IL
Janese Petuchowski, OTR/L, CHT, is the Clinical Coordinator of Occupational Therapy.
December 28, 2019
Occupational Therapy Director in Vallejo, CA
The job outlook for occupational therapists has never been better.
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