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Occupational Therapy Assistant Program-Adjunct Faculty

Employer
Community College of Rhode Island
Location
Rhode Island, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 18, 2022

Job Details



Position Information

Position Title

Occupational Therapy Assistant Program-Adjunct Faculty

Department

Rehab Health - Occupational Therapy Program

Position Category

Adjunct

About CCRI

The Community College of Rhode Island is the state’s only public comprehensive associate degree-granting institution. We provide affordable open access to higher education at locations throughout the state. Our primary mission is to offer recent high school graduates and returning adults the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth through an array of academic, career and lifelong learning programs.

At CCRI, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community. We strive to hire and retain culturally competent faculty and staff members who reflect the demographics of our state and our increasingly diverse student population.

We believe that our diversity is our strength. We celebrate, support and thrive on the diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives that are represented across our four campuses.

We are OneCCRI, working together to prepare learners to achieve their highest potential.

To learn about what employees value at CCRI and what it means to work here, please read about our Guiding Principles and watch videos of our employees doing what they do best: https://www.ccri.edu/equity/culture/guidingprinciples.html

Job Summary

Teach Pediatric Occupational Therapy (4 Credits)
This course examines the impact of pediatric disease and dysfunction upon the physical and social development of the child. It examines the impact upon learning, engagement in occupation, and the need for adaptation. The course reviews theory, assessment, and intervention strategies utilized to address the needs of the pediatric client. Lecture: 3 hours Lab: 3 hours

Duties and Responsibilities

Commitment to CCRI’s Mission:
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the OTA program Collaboration and Communication:
• Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive and student-centered environment, with students of various learning styles, cultures, identities, and life-experiences.
• Work collaboratively within the program, department, and College.
• Demonstrate commitment to providing academic support to all students.
• Ensure student awareness of available resources that support learning and success within the institution.
• Facilitate engagement and academic success incorporating an ability to counsel and motivate students Instruction Skills.
• Engage in high-quality instruction by presenting content which reflects current and relevant evidence–based OT theory and practice.
• Identify and utilize resources to enhance the efficiency and quality of classroom and laboratory experiences.
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and classroom organization.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an Occupational Therapy education program accredited by ACOTE .
• Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitative Sciences.
• Minimum of 4-5 years of clinical practice as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapist Assistant in pediatrics, required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience didactic teaching at the postsecondary level.

Competencies

• Master Degree in Occupational Therapy (Preferred).

Reports To

Chair, Allied Health Department

Campus Location

Primarily located at the Newport County Campus

Full-time/Part-time

Part-Time

Shift, Days, and Additional Work Schedule Information

Varies

Work Schedule

Academic

Benefits

Salary/Hourly Rate

TBD

Additional Salary Information

Licenses, Tools and Equipment

Environmental Conditions

Desired Start Date

ASAP

Position End Date (if temporary or grant)

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Application Open Date

12/06/2021

Application Close Date (includes the grace period)

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until all positions are filled.

To apply for this position, complete CCRI’s online application, and attach a cover letter and resume. Please include information of three references within the application.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 401-825-2311. TTY : 401-825-2313.

EEO Statement

CCRI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

We recognize that diversity and inclusivity are essential to creating a dynamic, positive and high-performing educational and work environment. We welcome applicants who can contribute to the College’s commitment to excellence created by diversity and inclusivity.

CCRI prohibits discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or status as a protected veteran. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination shall be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator at: TitleIXCoordinator@ccri.edu.

The Jeanne Clery Act requires institutions of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is available here:
https://www.ccri.edu/campuspolice/pdfs/Annual%20Security%20Report%202019.pd

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a minimum of 2 years of experience didactic teaching at the postsecondary level?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you Graduate of an Occupational Therapy education program accredited by ACOTE?
    • yes
    • no
  4. * Do you have a minimum of4-5 years of clinical practice as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapist Assistant in pediatrics?
    • yes
    • no
  5. * In order to improve CCRI's advertising strategy, please let us know where you FIRST learned of this job opportunity. Please be specific when using website or publication names (example: LinkedIN, HigherEdjobs, Chronicle, personal referral, etc.).

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents

Company

CCRI

The Community College of Rhode Island is the state’s only public comprehensive associate degree-granting institution. We provide affordable open access to higher education at locations throughout the state. Our primary mission is to offer recent high school graduates and returning adults the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for intellectual, professional and personal growth through an array of academic, career and lifelong learning programs. We meet the wide-ranging educational needs of our diverse student population, building on our rich tradition of excellence in teaching and our dedication to all students with the ability and motivation to succeed. We set high academic standards necessary for transfer and career success, champion diversity, respond to community needs, and contribute to our state’s economic development and the region’s workforce.

CCRI offers the lowest tuition of any college in the state, and we’re dedicated to providing open access to Rhode Islanders who want the knowledge, skills, and training necessary to enter high-quality careers or transfer to four-year institutions.

From its modest beginning with 325 students in 1964, CCRI has grown to include four full-service campuses and two satellite campuses, serving approximately 18,000 students. Campuses are located throughout the state in Lincoln, Providence, Warwick and Newport.

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