Placements Manager Online CSD Clinical Education

A humblecollegefounded before Texas was a stateBaylornow stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We Are Looking For

Baylor University is seeking a Placements Manager in the Online Communication Sciences and Disorders Graduate Program department. This role supports the mission of the University by managing assisting and directly supporting all clinical education processes and more importantly the students in an effort to ensure their retention and success in clinical education and as they forward in their career.

The position requires significant contact primarily with faculty administrators students and with internal and external constituents at placement sites to locate and secure clinical placements. Advanced knowledge is required in planning and completing assignments resolving conflicts and coordinating work. This position is also responsible for documenting and analyzing clinical data for outcomes certification and program accordance with the Universitys faith mission to be considered applicants must be practicing Christians.

A Bachelors degree and less than a year of relevant work experience required. A Masters degree in Speech/Language Pathology and two years of relevant work experience are preferred. Additional education or experience may be considered in lieu of one another.

The successful candidate will demonstrate confidence in interpersonal communication and teamwork including ability to work independently and as a team member. Candidate will also demonstrate knowledge of correct business practices and correspondence including English grammar composition spelling and punctuation.

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the first and primary point of contact for building a network of possible clinical placement sites that provide a diverse professional and enriching clinical experience for CSD graduate students each semester
• Support students during the placement process by collaborating with student clinicians placement supervisors and the Associate Director of Placementsto provide consistent guidance before and during clinical placements
• Collaborate with the Clinical Program Director and Associate Director of Placements to evaluate clinical sites and supervisors for potential clinical placements
• Collaborate with the Program Manager of Clinical Placements to initiate the contractual process
• Maintain records of student placements and manage all student placement databases for accreditation purposes
• Communicate with students during the placement process by accepting placement suggestions providing placement updates and sharing expectations of clinical sites and the online CSD program
• Initiate affiliation agreement processes between clinical sites and Baylor University secure templates for contracts collect contact information and forward information to contract managers
• Accountable for the custody of confidential information and for delivering accurate measurables to guarantee program compliance related to clinical education
• Contribute information and recommendation to strategic planning program assessment and reviews
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go toBaylor Benefits & Advantages.

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