Accommodation Coordinator, Office of Disability Support Services
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Job Location:
Newark, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Pay Grade: 30E
Context of Job:
Under the general direction of the Assistant Director the Accommodation Coordinator serves as the primary point of accountability for coordinating the Universitys implementation of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA as amended 2008) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Section 504) and is thus responsible for facilitating access to the academic programs services activities and facilities of the institution for students with disabilities. The position supports students families faculty and staff in understanding rights and responsibilities under the ADA/Section 504. Additionally this position determines and facilitates the implementation of reasonable accommodations and is responsible for the resolution of problems or conflicts related to accommodations and services.
Major Responsibilities:
Engages in an interactive process with students to evaluate requests for disability-related academic physical and technological accommodations at the University.
Interprets medical psychological neuropsychological and educational documentation to determine eligibility for requested disability-related accommodations.
Provides extensive direct support to students with disabilities including but not limited to resolving conflicts related to accommodations; referring to appropriate campus and community resources; and responding to requests for advocacy to/from Assistant Deans Academic Committees Dean of Students Office Registrar Residence Life and Housing and other University departments.
Provides university-wide consultation education and training on processes of the DSS office universal design and the intersections of disability with the social and physical environments.
Participates in outreach to new and prospective students and families regarding the processes and procedures of the Office of Disability Support Services.
Researches evaluates and stays abreast of best practices and trends in postsecondary accessibility solutions. Participates on divisional and University-wide committees; liaison with campus departments for special populations or programs that include students with disabilities as requested by the Director.
Assists Assistant Director in developing strategies partnerships and initiatives to further the mission of the Office of Disability Support Services to maximize campus access for all persons
with disabilities.
Documents and maintains appropriate electronic records of verbal and written communications with students staff faculty and others as it pertains to students with disabilities.
Collects and analyses data on Disability Support Services events services and trends.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned including broad collaboration with campus partners.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree masters degree preferred in rehabilitation counseling counselor education community counseling human services social work or other related discipline with four years experience working with people with disabilities or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with strategies and experience working with people with disabilities and facilitating accommodations in complex multi-level environments.
Clear knowledge and understanding of the application of Section 504 and the ADA in the higher education context and ability to recognize legal risk associated with disability and accommodation issues.
Highly developed written and oral communication skills.
Ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of academic physical and technological accommodations for people with disabilities accommodations in an academic environment.
Ability to interpret medical psychological neuropsychological and educational documentation.
Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently and re-prioritize; ability to successfully adapt to rapid change; ability to work collaboratively and to foster effective relationships.
Computer skills in either Macintosh or Windows platforms.
Ability to use advanced techniques in spreadsheet database and/or presentation software.
Special Requirements:
Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Some travel across campus and to multiple UD locations is necessary.
Must handle confidential disability-related information in compliance with FERPA and ADA guidelines.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Critical Care
- Administrative Skills
- Time Management
- Report writing
- Microsoft Office
- Store Operations
- Building Regulations
- Telephone handling
- Communication
- Relationship Management
- Service Operations
- Store Management
- Cleaning Services
- Customer Relationship
- Safety and Security
About Company
The University of Delaware is a diverse institution of higher learning, fostering excellence in research. UD has eight colleges, providing outstanding undergraduate, graduate and professional education, serving the local, regional, national and international communities.
