Program Director, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Company: American Career College
Location: Anaheim
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Every effort has been
made to identify the essential functions of this position. However,
it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you
will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of
duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Teaching Functions
May teach up to a full-time teaching load in designated field based
upon the needs and/or student enrollments in the program.
Delivers curriculum in accordance with approved syllabi, according
to program objectives and lesson plans.
May utilize blended instructional approach, a combination of
face-to-face instruction and on-line instruction.
Ensures all the components of the course(s) is set up, including
but not limited to the syllabus, reading and work assignments, and
evaluation mechanisms such as quizzes and exams.
Administrative Functions
Plans, directs and provides daily guidance of didactic, laboratory,
and scheduling of classes.
Reviews, monitors and makes curriculum and textbook proposals as
indicated by program evaluation, accreditation/licensure
requirements, and/or market needs.
Develops curricula, and plans course content and methods of
instruction in collaboration with the appropriate Academic
Department.
Directs program activities to ensure compliance with applicable
federal, state and local laws and regulations, accrediting bodies,
and college policies and procedures in concert with other American
Career College programs.
Develops budgets, plans, and staffing requirements for the
operation of the program.
Manages daily operations, staffing and expenses to remain within
budget guidelines.
Contributes to ongoing program assessment/revision through surveys,
teleconferences, Program Advisory Committee meetings, and
participation in the Institutional Effectiveness Review (IER).
Coordinates and actively participates on Program Advisory Committee
(PAC).
Advises on equipment, supplies, textbooks, labs and library
holdings. Selects books, materials, supplies, and equipment for
training, courses, or projects used in program instruction.
Ensures all communication regarding the applicable program board,
accrediting and/or licensing agency, changes to program content,
physical facilities, and faculty, legal receipts/requests for
documents, and/or completion of required reports in order to
maintain programmatic accreditation and/or licensure status is
coordinated through the appropriate Administrative Department.
Faculty Oversight
Provides direction, motivation, informational support,
technical/professional guidance, and training to department
personnel.
Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates program faculty;
improves retention, morale and performance efficiencies.
Holds periodic faculty meetings to provide for subject matter
correlation and curriculum evaluation, and to coordinate activities
of full-time, part-time and substitute faculty.
Ensures faculty are recording daily class attendance and grades as
required, completes and submits homework assignments timely, and
grades tests, quizzes, lab assignments promptly.
Student Outcomes
Monitors and analyzes student attrition and retention data and
works with other college leaders to develop initiatives that can be
implemented to improve retention.
Assures students are provided support services to maintain the
highest level of student achievement while safeguarding the
integrity of the educational process.
Ensures student satisfaction surveys are administered at least
bi-annually, and that the feedback is provided to faculty in a
timely fashion.
Ensures processes are in place to track, monitor and record student
outcomes including graduation rates, credentialing rates, and
placement rates and provides required reports as needed.
Participates in graduation ceremonies.
Maintains the privacy and confidentiality of student
information/records.
Professional Development
Maintains required credentials and knowledge in teaching field.
Participates in professional development and organizations in order
to maintain an understanding of current ideas, research and
practices, attends meetings, workshops and seminars to enrich
personal growth, knowledge and skill in management development.
Attends at least one (1) professional development activity annually
and two (2) in-service events annually.
Adheres to College/University policies and procedures and conducts
job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in
the College/University's Code of Ethical Conduct, Compliance
Agreement, Sexual Harassment Policy or any of its policies and
procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable
professional standards.
Maintains regular and timely attendance, reports to work as
scheduled and as required to meet the needs of the
College/University and assures time worked and/or time-off is
recorded properly.
Exercises care, proper use and maintenance of department equipment
and supplies and identifies unsafe conditions and makes appropriate
adjustments.
Maintains order, cleanliness and safety at work.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
Hold a minimum of a master's degree awarded by an institution that
is accredited by a regional accrediting body recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education (USDE). The master's degree is not limited
to a master's degree in occupational therapy.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Current Occupational Therapy Practitioner license (or eligible for
licensure) in California.
Certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational
Therapy (NBCOT) as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
(COTA) or an Occupational Therapist (OTR/L).
Current CPR Card.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
The program director must have a minimum of five (5) years of
documented experience in the field of occupational therapy. This
experience must include:
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:
Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to
programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards
such as Title IV, ABHES, ACOTE, BPPE, and other accreditation
standards.
ABOUT US
American Career College's commitment to quality education for over
40 years has provided students excellence in hands-on healthcare
training at our campuses in Ontario, Los Angeles, and Orange
County. American Career College is dedicated to the belief that all
students have the right to succeed and reach their full potential.
To meet this challenge in postsecondary education, American Career
College's mission is to provide adult learners with the skills and
technical knowledge needed for initial employment in entry-level
positions. With more than 50,000 graduates, you will have the
opportunity to contribute to the support of our communities by
educating quality healthcare professionals, collaborating with
incredible people, and grow in your own profession.Our benefited
faculty and associates are offered a comprehensive benefit package
including:
Function: Management
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