Disability Access Advisor

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Department:

Disability Support

Time Type:

Full time

Work Modality:

Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)

Union:

SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Job Description:

Summary:

The Disability Access Advisor provides disability accommodations and support to the full range of students accessing Disability Support services in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2008, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Fair Housing Act and other applicable laws. This position is responsible for independently engaging in the deliberative process necessary for determining reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and working with instructors and staff to implement students approved academic/residential adjustments, reasonable accommodations and access to auxiliary aids and services. This process includes the review of documentation submitted in support of a student's request. As a member of the documentation review team, the Disability Access Advisor consults on complex cases and stays abreast of current issues related to disability support. This position is union eligible

Supervisory Organization:

The position reports to the Associate Director, Disability Support, along with three other Disability Access Advisors, a Senior Disability Access Advisor and an ASAC Operations Coordinator. This position works collaboratively under limited supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Direct Student Service: Directly responsible for determining reasonable accommodations for students with accommodation requests. Reviews clinical documentation, meets individually with students with disabilities engaging in the deliberative process necessary to make reasonable accommodations decisions. Provides specialized support for students with disabilities, including individual counseling to address the impact of the disability on academic performance, review of disability documentation to determine appropriate academic/residential accommodations, and assistance with accessing accommodations. Provides academic support to students. Coordinates academic and disability support with ASAC colleagues and with campus partners. Makes appropriate referrals

• Outreach and Consultation: Provides consultation and professional development for team on topics of expertise. Consults on student issues and disabilities with faculty, academic advisors, other campus colleagues, and families/guardians. Disseminates information on academic support topics and center services. Participates in office and university events; creates publicity in collaboration with other Disability Team members.

• Administration/Personnel: Maintains case notes using case management system. Collaborates with team and other campus units on programming and service enhancements related to specific student populations. Engages in professional development activities to expand skillset and knowledge of designated populations; serves on university committees, as appropriate. Collects and evaluates data.

• Other duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Full-Time.

• This is a union-eligible position.

Salary Range:

• $50,000-53,000/year, commensurate with experience.

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in education, student development, counseling, related field, or equivalent in education, training and experience required.

• Three years of relevant professional experience. Excellent verbal, writing, and presentation skills.

Other Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Higher education experience.

• Familiarity with the developmental issues of college students.

• Experience working with disabilities and the accommodation process, including relevant disability laws.

• Experience working with a diverse student population.

• Experience in providing academic support services.

• Experience advocating for student populations.

• Familiarity with disability documentation including psychoeducational reports.

Benefits

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.

Other Details

• Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

• Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

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