Disability Specialist

Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES)
College of Applied Health Sciences
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

The College of Applied Health Sciences is accepting applications for a Disability Specialist in Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES).  This position will determine eligibility for academic adjustments and services for University of Illinois disabled students, across disability areas; will have a generalist case load across disability areas and need to remain current with federal and state mandates, as well as best practices, as they relate to disabled college students; and consult and serve as a resource for faculty and administrators regarding academic accommodations and equitable access issues impacting disabled students.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Advise disabled students in academic programs, and instructors in the planning, determination, and implementation of academic adjustments, modifications, and auxiliary aids and services as required by Section504 of the Rehab Act, the ADA, and the ADAAA.

 

Counsel/advise disabled students in areas such as crisis management, academic coaching, vocational counseling, and transition planning related to their disability.

Collaborate with faculty, other professionals and disabled students across campus to make sure that approved academic accommodations are reasonable and can be implemented.

Advise other campus administrative and service units on the physical, programmatic, informational, and attitudinal access issues relating to the needs of disabled students.

Collaborate with other DRES staff in the ongoing review and revision of internal service policies, procedures, and practices.

Participate in the development and implementation of disability education training on the campus.

Assist in maintaining current information on the DRES website and social media pages.

Serve as DRES liaison to other campus departments/units as needed.

Schedule, coordinate, and conduct tours of DRES to prospective students, visitors, alumni, interview candidates, courses, faculty/staff, and university officials.

Conduct service responsibilities for the College of AHS (i.e., search committee work, subcommittee membership) as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:       Master’s degree in rehabilitation, education, disability studies, social work, or closely related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in the delivery of ADAAA/504 mandated post-secondary academic adjustments and services for disabled students with disabilities.

Preferred:      Experience working with graduate and professional students in the delivery of academic adjustments and services.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be a productive team player with the ability to deliver a high level of interactive service
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships inside and outside of the unit
Ability to prioritize effectively
Ability to proactively solve problems
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a great deal of accuracy
Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Must posses exceptional organizational skills.
Must demonstrate the ability to work well with students, faculty, and staff at all levels within a diverse, multi-cultural, collaborative environment.

Salary and Appointment Information
This position is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon after closing as possible. Salary minimum is $55,000 and is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 30, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact AHS HR at ahs-hr@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

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Requisition ID: 1020827
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu