Director of Physical Therapy Advising

Title: Director of Physical Therapy Advising

Job Description: The primary responsibility of this academic advisor will be to assist students in navigating their educational journey within the pre-professional phase coursework through qualification to the professional phase of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Daemen University. Key responsibilities will include:

1. Academic Planning and Course Scheduling:
   • Guide students in creating an individualized academic plan for completing prerequisites, Gen Ed coursework, and criteria for progression requirements such as clinical observations, GPA requirements.
   • Assist students in selecting courses and adjusting plans as needed based on academic progress and personal circumstances.
   • Assist faculty with professional phase students who are on academic probation.
2. Monitoring Academic Progress:
   • Track student progress through the program, identify at-risk students, and communicate with the pre-professional phase department coordinator.
   • Communicate proactively with students regarding academic performance, department meetings and criteria for progression requirements.
3. Counseling and Support Services:
   • Offer support for students facing academic or personal challenges.
   • Connect students with appropriate campus resources such as the Student Academic Success Center for coaching, CHIP Center for mental health services, and others as necessary.
4. Collaboration with Faculty and Staff:
   • Work closely with DPT faculty to ensure alignment of academic advising with program goals and policies.
   • Participate in orientation sessions, department meetings, and student success initiatives such as efficient study habits and stress management.
5. Pre-professional Phase Qualification:
   • Work closely with department administration on required student qualification requirements for admission to the professional phase.
6. Data Collection and Reporting:
   • Track advising outcomes, monitor student satisfaction, and contribute to the program's accreditation process through data collection and analysis.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications:

• Master's degree in higher education, counseling, or a related field (bachelor's degree required)
• Experience in academic advising, preferably in health sciences or a pre-professional level program.
• Knowledge of the physical therapy profession and educational requirements.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students, faculty, and staff.

Daemen University is a small private institution offering Baccalaureate, Masters, and entry-level Doctoral degrees in a wide variety of professional and liberal arts programs. Daemen University is a dynamic institution with over 2,600 full and part-time students and exhibits a rich history in physical therapy education. Notified of its latest reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) in November 2017, the PT program has been continuously accredited by CAPTE since 1977. Located on a scenic suburban campus in Western New York, the local area offers numerous community festivals, a vibrant arts scene, world-class architecture, and outstanding cuisine. Its proximity to Niagara Falls and an international border, along with low housing costs, makes Western New York a wonderful place to reside and recreate.

Applications should be submitted to https://daemen.applicantpro.com/jobs/ and should include a cover letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and three references with contact information.

Daemen University is an AA/EOE and strongly encourages applications from women, veterans, people of color, individuals with disabilities and candidates who will contribute to and support the cultural fluency and diversity of our campus.

We welcome you to visit our department's website for more information at: http://www.daemen.edu/academics/areas-study/physical-therapy