Disability Management Advisor (Student Services Professional III)

About the role

The Disability Management Advisor reports to and under the general supervision of the Director of Disability Services for Students (DSS). This position performs a wide variety of generally complex Student Services Professional work by providing comprehensive academic accommodation services to eligible Sonoma State University students.

Responsibilities

• Determines and evaluates eligibility for DSS services after careful review of detailed and complex disability-related medical/psychological documentation;
• Determines appropriate academic accommodation based on the functional limitations associated with one's disability;
• Provides comprehensive academic advising;
• Participates in educational endeavors to ensure the university complies with Federal and State equal access laws;
• Assists in the design, implementation, planning and coordination of comprehensive and integrated disability support services;
• Works closely with the Director to stay updated on complex and evolving equal access laws such as the ADAAA, Sections 504 & 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, CSU Executive Orders, and other system-wide mandates.

Requirements

This position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. Candidates with learning disability assessment experience highly desired. Experience keeping records and correspondence by computer and demonstrated effective communication skills, both orally and written, are required. Prior experience working with students who have learning disabilities and interpreting assessments within a university environment is preferred. Intermediate computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Titanium is preferred.

Qualifications

• The equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution;
• Three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience;
• A master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience;
• Candidates with learning disability assessment experience highly desired;
• Intermediate computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Titanium.

Skills

Intermediate-level analytical and interpersonal skills are required. Knowledge of intermediate computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and Titanium is preferred.

Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position, which will lead toward permanent status following the successful completion of a probationary period. This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year and a Personal Holiday that may be taken any time during the year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

Pay

Starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and will not exceed $5,540 a month.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.