Accessibility Specialist
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 5, 2024
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
Accessibility Specialist
Position Number
8102521
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
ACADEMIC ADVISING & SERVICES
Location Code
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY CENTER (02043G)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
The Accessibility Specialist serves students with disabilities to secure access and to facilitate accommodations related to academics, testing, housing, and meal-plan accommodations. As part of a team of Accessibility Specialists, each Accessibility Specialist also serves as a liaison to university campus partners or facilitates a service delivery system for the Student Accessibility Center (SAC). Responsibilities include:
Direct Student Service:
Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field and one to two years of related work experience required; combination of comparable work and education experiences may be considered.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and one-to-two years of related experience in services for students with disabilities; master's degree preferred in higher education, educational psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work, special education, or related field.
- Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities and diverse populations.
- Knowledge of relevant laws related to higher education/disability (ADA, FERPA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act) and accommodations.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Bachelor's degree and one-to-two years of related experience in services for students with disabilities; master's degree preferred in higher education, educational psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work, special education, or related field.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and e-mail applications. Prior administration or understanding of Symplicity Accommodate preferred. Familiarity with any/all of the following is beneficial but not required: MS SharePoint and Teams; EAB Navigate; Zoom.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
04/04/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27931
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Details
Job Title
Accessibility Specialist
Position Number
8102521
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
ACADEMIC ADVISING & SERVICES
Location Code
STUDENT ACCESSIBILITY CENTER (02043G)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No
Duties and Responsibilities
The Accessibility Specialist serves students with disabilities to secure access and to facilitate accommodations related to academics, testing, housing, and meal-plan accommodations. As part of a team of Accessibility Specialists, each Accessibility Specialist also serves as a liaison to university campus partners or facilitates a service delivery system for the Student Accessibility Center (SAC). Responsibilities include:
Direct Student Service:
- Evaluates and interprets disability documentation and reviews student applications to affiliate with the Student Accessibility Center (SAC). Prepares for the initial interview and prepares questions about the functional impact of a student's disabilities in relation to their courses/academic program.
- Approves and facilitates reasonable accommodations consistent with current law and identified best practices within the field.
- Prepares a case notes summary of findings and recommendations after the interview, inputting these into the case-management system database. Maintains confidentiality of records.
- Meets individually with students to discuss current accommodations, assesses the need for reevaluation of accommodations, fosters student self-advocacy, and maintains communication with instructors/staff.
- Coordinates communication between faculty, staff, and prospective and enrolled students with disabilities. Provides on-going consultation and technical assistance to facilitate services and accommodations, some of which require a fundamental-alteration review to set limits on their usage, which requires faculty input.
- Provides referrals to students for practitioner evaluations and to on-campus academic and wellness resources.
- Works directly with students with disabilities including but not limited to Deaf and Hard of Hearing students, visually-impaired, learning-disabled and students with medical (such as chronic conditions) and mental health concerns. Re-evaluates accommodations when students move to field-based learning (e.g., internships, practicums, clinical rotations).
- Supports test proctoring logistics and operations as needed, especially during peak exam times (i.e., mid-term exams, final exams).
- In collaboration with SAC staff, plans and facilitates student and faculty workshops.
- Facilitates accessibility participation at various campus events (Student Organization Fair, Wellness Fair, Orientation Resource Fair, etc.) working closely with the campus planners and event organizers.
- While the main office is based at Loyola's Lake Shore Campus, Accessibility Specialists travel, as necessary, to work at the Water Tower Campus, Health Sciences Campus, and other campus locations.
- Serves as a member on internal and university-wide work groups and committees, as needed.
- Maintains liaison relationship with campus partners, and/or supports the delivery of other SAC services, including but not limited to communication services, notetaking, assistive technology, or alternate format materials.
- Works closely with the Department of Residence Life regarding housing, dining, and emotional support animal (ESA) accommodation needs for students with disabilities.
- Consults and collaborates with staff in other units, including but not limited to First and Second Year Academic Advising, Scholars Programs, undergraduate and graduate academic programs, Tutoring Center/Learning and Academic Success, New Student Programs, International Programs, the Wellness Center, the Office of the Dean of Students, and the Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution.
- Serves as a liaison to the faculty and campus community on issues related to students with disabilities, classroom and curriculum accommodations, and ADA compliance for students.
- Participates in Student Academic Services signature programs, events, and activities, including but not limited to: Orientation, New Student Convocation, finals week proctoring, admission open houses, and student celebrations.
- Must be able to work some evening and weekend hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Performs other duties as required.
Master's degree in Education, Social Work, Counseling, or related field and one to two years of related work experience required; combination of comparable work and education experiences may be considered.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and one-to-two years of related experience in services for students with disabilities; master's degree preferred in higher education, educational psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work, special education, or related field.
- Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities and diverse populations.
- Knowledge of relevant laws related to higher education/disability (ADA, FERPA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act) and accommodations.
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Bachelor's degree and one-to-two years of related experience in services for students with disabilities; master's degree preferred in higher education, educational psychology, rehabilitation counseling, social work, special education, or related field.
Computer Skills
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and e-mail applications. Prior administration or understanding of Symplicity Accommodate preferred. Familiarity with any/all of the following is beneficial but not required: MS SharePoint and Teams; EAB Navigate; Zoom.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
Irregular Hours
Open Date
04/04/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27931
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have at least one-two years of related experience working with and assessing needs of populations with disabilities?
- YES
- NO
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
- * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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