SOT Experiential Learning Support Specialist Occupational Therapy Denton

Description

TITLE

School of Occupational Therapy Experiential Learning Support Specialist OT DEN

JOB SUMMARY

Performs responsible and complex office support duties for the Associate Director of the School of Occupational Therapy in Denton with the purpose of increasing the effectiveness of occupational therapy programs in Denton as well as facilitating smooth operations for the fieldwork and capstone administration in Dallas and Houston. The employee is required to assume considerable responsibility for office efficiency and database management. Work assignments involve continuing responsibility for designated activities and may result from collaboration with the Academic Component Administrator. A thorough knowledge of the policies and procedures of the employing unit as well as a familiarity with overall University policy is necessary to conduct the assigned work. The individual is responsible for determining methods and procedures to be used priority of work assignments and necessity for review by the administrator. Work includes public contact in interpreting and promoting the departments programs and rendering administrative decisions. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to : Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Supervises : May supervise Student Assistants

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include but not limited to the following :

• Submits and maintains all experiential learning contracts / agreements for the SOT across all three campuses to be sure they are current accurate and properly signed.
• Stays current on policies and procedures and interprets each concerning the School of Occupational Therapy.
• Examines correspondence determines work priorities and schedules and supervises student workers in the Denton SOT.
• Prepares memoranda to communicate with students experiential learning site contacts TWU General Counsel contacts for accuracy and proofreads out-going correspondence.
• Compiles or supervises the gathering of information for student fieldwork admission progression retention and completion.
• Answers correspondence as assigned without constant need to consult the administrator.
• Maintains confidential records and files.
• Coordinates work with other campus departments and with the SOT in Dallas and Houston as needed.
• Works collaboratively with the Coordinator of Academic Program Support Coordinator-SOT Experiential Learning Support Academic Fieldwork coordinator Capstone Coordinator Faculty Fieldwork Associates and support staff in Dallas and Houston on departmental and institutional matters pertaining to experiential learning and supplying information from a variety of sources.
• Covers for the Coordinator-SOT Experiential Learning Support on a short term basis as needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Three years of progressive responsibilities in clerical duties preferably with experience in database management event coordination and inventory management.

REQUIREMENT

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES - The following are essential :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel. The employee may work weekends evenings or special events.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination intimidation harassment including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices as well as any near-miss incidents to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury / accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

Texas Womans University an AA / EEO employer provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color national origin religion gender age disability veteran status sexual orientation or any other legally protected category class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidates ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Womans University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25 federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558 enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service but knowingly and willfully fail to do so you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government. For additional information regarding registration or status you can contact the Selective Service System at or .

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Employee Evaluation,HIPAA,Data Collection,HTTPS,Physiology Knowledge,Physio therapy,Computer Literacy,Patient Assessment,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Critical Care Experience,Patient Service Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1