Disability Advisor - Student Disability and Accessiblity Center

About the role

The Disability Advisor supports students with disabilities through comprehensive, integrated services and accommodations. This role involves advising new and continuing students, managing their disability-related needs, and collaborating with various departments to ensure equitable access.

Responsibilities

• Determines eligibility and disability accommodations through interactive processes with students.
• Interprets complex assessments and policies to verify eligibility and provide accommodations.
• Provides disability management consultation, interventions, and confidential counseling.
• Develops, implements, monitors, and modifies individualized student action plans.
• Serves as a liaison to Student Housing & Residential Life and faculty for housing accommodations.
• Maintains confidentiality and upholds professional standards and policies.
• Supports outreach and presentations during campus events.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional student services experience.
• Master's degree in a relevant field may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three years working with students with disabilities in higher education.
• Familiarity with ADAAA, Rehabilitation Act, and other disability-related policies.
• Advanced skills in cross-cultural disability management advising.
• Knowledge of assistive technology used by students in higher education.

Qualifications

Knowledge and abilities:

• Knowledge of disability management work and organizational and program management.
• Thorough knowledge of individual and group behavior.
• General knowledge of student services programs and policies.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, advise students, and manage personal interactions.

Skills

• Independent analysis and decision-making.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Team leadership and flexibility.
• Customer service and confidentiality.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not provided in the given job posting.

Pay

The salary is $5,540 per month.

Schedule

The schedule is full-time with 40 hours per week.