Disability Specialist
Disability Specialist
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Director the Disability Specialist is responsible for the formulation implementation monitoring and evaluation of appropriate services for students with disabilities with a focus on maintaining cutting-edge student-centered services.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience evaluating disability documentation including psycho educational psychological and medical evaluations; specialized knowledge to interpret and assess medical and technical evaluations and determine disability accommodations and appropriate support services; developing and presenting in-service training. Demonstrated knowledge of computer and assistive technologies; disability practices and procedures including applicable federal and state laws policies regulations and standards (e.g. Section 504 and the ADAAA); principles concepts methods and techniques of universal design; standards requirements and regulations regarding confidentiality of information. Working knowledge of ADAAA and regulations and the ability to explain them and the implications for students with disabilities. Excellent group process and communication skills problem-solving skills to resolve academic accommodation and/or disability management interpersonal organizational verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a Masters degree in Rehabilitation Counseling Counseling Educational Psychology or related field orequivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge skills and abilities have been achieved. Minimum two years experience working with students in post-secondary education providing advocacy and support services within a college setting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct Service to Students
Counsel and advise students; provide specialized skills and compensatory strategies for students with disabilities. Advocate for students with disabilities with faculty administrators and parents. Guide faculty to an understanding of how to make accommodation for students in their classes. Support student advocacy and learning strategies.
Outreach and Training
Under the direction of the Director participate in education efforts to assist departments within the University to understand the policies and procedures involved in providing access individuals with disabilities and to improve the quality of access and services at Northeastern University. Participate in outreach and training efforts to students eligible for services through the Disability Resource Center (DRC).
Review and Establish Services for Students with Disabilities
Determine eligibility for services; approve services and accommodations; communicate with students maintain current on complete records. Assist current and prospective students and their families through the process of acquiring appropriate documentation and registering for services.
DRC Committees and Miscellaneous.
Participate in departmental committees. Additional duties and projects as assigned by the Director.
Position Type
Student ServicesAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical vision dental paid time off tuition assistance wellness & life retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin age sex sexual orientation disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
107SExpected Hiring Range:
$52820.00 - $74607.50With the pay range(s) shown above the starting salary will depend on several factors which may include your education experience location knowledge and expertise and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
