Student LEADS Support Specialist – CUNY LEADS Neurodiversity Job Developer

CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK – JOB VACANCY NOTICE

JOB TITLE:

Student LEADS Support Specialist – CUNY LEADS Neurodiversity Job Developer

JOB ID

Job ID# 25026

LOCATION CUNY

School of Professional Studies

REGULAR / TEMPORARY

Regular

POSITION DETAILS

For over 15 years, the CUNY School of Professional Studies (CUNY SPS) has been leading online education in New York. Notable for offering the most online bachelor’s and master’s degree options at the City University of New York, and for serving transfer students as the University system’s only undergraduate all-transfer college, CUNY SPS meets the needs of adults who wish to finish a bachelor’s degree, progress from an associate’s degree, earn a master’s degree or certificate in a specialized field, and advance in the workplace or change careers.

The School’s growth has been remarkable, with twenty-four degrees launched since 2006. Enrollment has risen by more than 30% in the last four years to over 4,000 students in the credit-bearing programs. Thousands more are enrolled in non-degree and grant-funded workplace learning programs. In addition, the School has an active alumni network and has established the CUNY SPS Foundation, which offers multiple scholarship opportunities to current students.

CUNY SPS has consistently been named by U.S. News & World Report as one of the country’s top online institutions. This year, the School was ranked #10 in the nation on the publisher’s list of the 2022 Best Online Bachelor’s Degree Programs.

LEADS stands for "Linking Employment, Academics and Disability Services".  The CUNY LEADS Neurodiversity Job Developer will report to the CUNY SPS Associate Director of Student Services. This position will be housed at CUNY SPS and will focus on job development for the neurodiverse population of CUNY LEADS students. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the CUNY LEADS Neurodiversity Job Developer will also:

• Act as a University-wide resource for neurodiverse students, especially students on the Autism spectrum.
• Develop relationships with outside organizations interested in hiring neurodiverse CUNY students and alumni.
• Lead meetings of Job Club for Autistic CUNY students, alumni, and those who have stopped out.
• Create online resource archive for job seeking neurodiverse students which may include informational resources, videos, pertinent job listings, hiring programs and employer contacts.
• Identify opportunities for, and support students with ACCES-VR sponsorship for assistance with tuition and other career related needs.

Note:

• Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment.
• Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and work in the office.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree and four years’ related experience required.

The preferred candidate will also have:

• Master's degree in relevant field.
• At least 2 years related experience working in academic, career advisement or job placement functions with students with disabilities.
• Experience serving individuals from cross-disability backgrounds and knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act and other key disability legislation.
• Experience working with ACCES-VR, NYSCB, OPWDD and other governmental and non-profit agencies.
• Familiarity with scholarship, internships, and workforce development programs open to students with disabilities.
• Experience working with neurodiverse individuals, including those on the Autism spectrum.
• Knowledge of all levels of postsecondary education, including online learning environments.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Should demonstrate proficiency in computer and database skills.
• Commitment to campus values of equity, diversity and inclusion.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

        Provides students in the CUNY LEADS program with advice and support to make academic and career choices that lead to successful employment outcomes.

• Recruits CUNY students into the LEADS program based on established criteria.
• Coordinates services with other college units including disability and career services offices.
• Coordinates services with outside agencies as needed.
• Advises students on job readiness and placement, and on linking academic programs to short- and long-term career goals.
• Conducts group workshops and provides individualized advice on career skills such as resume writing, interview preparation, advocacy, and disclosure issues.
• Develops internship and mentoring opportunities and makes student placements with primary focus on neuro diverse students.
• Records contacts and activities in database.
• Applies knowledge of issues and developments in disability-related law (such as the A.D.A.) and in disability advocacy.
• Collaborates with other LEADS professionals on University-wide communications and initiatives.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY Title

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION and benefits

“Salary commensurate with education and experience up to $66,670. Subject to contractual increase in November 2022.”

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.  We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off.  Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

How To Apply

Visit CUNY.JOBS and search for this vacancy using Job ID # 25028 or Title. From our job posting system, select “Apply now” , create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information.

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