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Disability Access Advisor (15518)

Employer
American University
Location
District of Columbia, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 28, 2022


Get to Know American University

At American University we value open and honest inquiry, servant leadership, and the affirmation of the human dignity of all. We envision a thriving AU community where individuals of all identities and experiences are understood, appreciated, and fully included, and where equitable treatment, opportunities, and outcomes prevail.

Our diverse community of students, faculty, and staff represent every state and more than 150 countries. Our internationally recognized faculty are today's thought leaders in the areas of public policy, law, the arts, communications, international development, and more. Our staff are innovative, service-oriented, and dedicated to moving the university towards achieving its strategic goals. We are committed to an excellent experience for all of our students, faculty and staff and share a passion for creating change through our knowledge and our work.

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Summary/Objective

The Disability Access Advisor determines reasonable disability-related accommodations to the full range of students with disabilities accessing the Academic Support and Access Center’s (ASAC) services. This position is responsible for independently engaging in the deliberative process necessary for determining reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities and working with faculty and staff to implement student’s approved academic/residential adjustments, reasonable accommodations, and access to auxiliary aids and services. This process includes the review of clinical 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. The Disability Access Advisor conducts disability support workshops, provides disability-related academic support, and consults with members of the campus community on disability and academic support related topics. The Disability Access Advisor assists with academic intervention programs, particularly during the summer.
This position works collaboratively under limited supervision.

Essential Functions
  1. Direct Student Service
    Directly responsible for determining reasonable accommodations for students with accommodation requests. Reviews clinical documentation and 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 consulting to address the impact of the disability on academic performance and assistance with accessing accommodations. Provides disability-related academic support to ASAC students and coordinates/collaborates with ASAC colleagues and campus partners to ensure full access to all aspects of the student experience.
  2. Outreach and Consultation
    Provides consultation and professional development for ASAC staff on topics of expertise. Consults on student issues and disabilities with faculty, academic advisors, other campus colleagues, and families/guardians.
  3. Administration/Personnel
    Maintains case notes using case management system. Communicates accommodation request decisions to students and when appropriate coordinates with campus partners with regards to accommodation implementation.
  4. Other duties as assigned.


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
  • Full Time
  • Coordinator/ Analyst A
  • Exempt
  • This is a union-eligible position.
Required Education and Experience
  • Master's degree or equivalent in education, student development, counseling, related field.
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience. Three years of relevant professional experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
  • 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
  • Experiencing providing academic support services
  • Experience advocating for student populations
  • Familiarity with disability documentation including psychoeducational reports.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
  • Excellent verbal, writing, and presentation skills
  • Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
  • To ensure the health and safety of our community AU requires COVID-19 vaccinations for faculty and staff. Click here to learn more about our health and safety directive.
Others
  • Please note this job description 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.
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 .

Union Eligibility

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500. 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.

Current American University Employees

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Contact Us

For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu .

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

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