DISABILITY AND BASE PROGRAM COORDINATOR

DISABILITY AND BASE PROGRAM COORDINATOR

 

 

Bridgewater College is seeking a Disability and BASE Program Coordinator. The Bridgewater Academic and Social Experience (BASE) program at Bridgewater College is a student-centered, individual support program for students on the autism spectrum or other students who feel they may benefit from the support provided.  This is a full-time (12-month) position. The position reports to the Director of Academic Support and Disability Services.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Coordinate Disability Services support:
• Facilitate communication and distribution of students’ accommodation letters
• Oversee class notes requests and monitor notes uploads
• Convert files for students if needed
• Acquire books in alternative formats for specified students
• Secure sign language interpreters if needed
• Coordinate Testing for students with accommodations (correspondence, scheduling, proctors, obtaining tests, monitoring times, reports, etc.)
• Provide instruction and guidance for students in the Accessible Information Management (AIM) software system

Facilitate the BASE Program:

Research and implement current and best practices in working with a neuro-diverse population

Provide support to a neuro-diverse population, including transition support, academic support, social support, vocational support, residential support, counseling support, and parent support

Work collaboratively with campus departments to provide resources and support and to promote an inclusive transition and experience in college.

Oversee a peer mentorship program, which includes trainings, check-ins, and collaboration.  Implement current and best practices for peer mentorship

Oversee student work experience opportunities

Connect students to appropriate resources such as the Director of Academic Support and Disability Services for formal accommodations if needed

Develop, cultivate, and maintain relationships with students in the program

Develop and maintain family engagement

Represent and promote the BASE Program to potential students and families (Open Houses, High School Visits, etc.)

Neuro-diversity trainings for faculty and staff

Collaborate with the Office of DEI to promote neuro-diversity awareness and acceptance

May need to work up to one to two evenings per month

 

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to contribute to the achievement of department goals with a commitment to provide the highest level of customer service and responsiveness
Ability to independently manage a variety of projects Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Qualities of informed judgement, self-motivation, and a high degree of responsibility, accountability, confidentiality, and excellent communication skills that are honest and collaborative
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Commitment to working with and supporting students from diverse backgrounds Experience with Accessible Information Management (AIM) software preferred

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or closely related field is required. Previous work with secondary or post-secondary autism spectrum disorder and neurodiverse students is required.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:  Bridgewater College was founded in 1880 as the first coeducational college in Virginia. Bridgewater offers bachelor’s degrees in approximately 60 majors and minors, along with four graduate programs, pre-professional programs such as medicine and law, and teacher licensure. The College is a member of NCAA Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference, with 23 intercollegiate athletic teams. The vibrant residential campus is located in the town of Bridgewater, Virginia, near the city of Harrisonburg in the center of the Shenandoah Valley. An excellent school system, healthy business environment, numerous arts and cultural events, one of the state's lowest crime rates, and a variety of outdoor opportunities and historic attractions draw many to the region.

 

APPLY: Please complete the online application at www.bridgewater.edu/careers. Include (upload) a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information (email and mobile phone) for three references.

 

DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Denise Miller, Director of Academic Support Services, at 540-828-5611 or email dmiller2@bridgewater.edu.

 

COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Bridgewater College, an equal opportunity provider and employer, is a welcoming and vibrant community committed to supporting a diverse workforce and actively seeks applications from women, minorities, and other persons from traditionally underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation or any characteristic protected by law. 

ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT AND ANNUAL FIRE SAFETY REPORT: The Bridgewater College Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report summarizes policies on campus security and personal safety, crime prevention, fire safety, and crime reporting, and includes crime and fire statistics for the past three years.

The reports are available at https://bridgewater.box.com/s/4ma6tlh30y8cat9un192ugo3dm6n29y9.

To request a printed copy, please call 540-828-5761