Recreational Therapy Director jobs in Vermont

• Provide collaborative leadership to initiate implementation of academic and clinical instruction and to assure the educational curriculum to be consistent with dental therapy practices, trends, and accreditation standards.
• Complete the self-study and initial accreditation requirements to ensure successful initiation of the program.
• Provide for ongoing evaluation of the program and the continuous quality improvement process.
• Recruit and recommend new faculty in consultation with program faculty, the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences, and the Provost.
• Prepare a variety of administrative and management reports relating to program activities, data, financial and other informational areas.
• Develop, prepare, and administer the dental therapy operating budget and grants; including implementing controls for the management and disbursement of program funds; prepare and maintain financial reports as needed.
• Stay abreast of current developments and trends in the field of dental therapy through professional development opportunities; serve on related committees and/or boards and participate in state, regional and national affiliations in the best interest of the program.
• Establish written criteria for the admissions department and consult with admissions regarding prospective student candidates and insure that student related operations are consistent with program and University policies.
• Plan for course scheduling, placement of students in clinical settings and assignment of courses.
• Confer regularly with the Dean of Nursing and Health Sciences and VTSU administration to plan and evaluate program goals, exchange information and resolve problems.
• Establish and maintain contacts with professional organizations, cooperating agencies, community groups, state and national advisory boards and accreditation organizations.

• Evidence of leadership and depth and/or breadth in scholarly activity
• Current dental or dental therapy license without sanctions or restrictions

Location: Williston location with some on site requirements but may work remotely