Accommodations Specialist CFRNHSSS

Accommodations Specialist (FT)

College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

Determines eligibility for services and coordinates access to accommodations and services for students with disabilities in a case management role. Develops plans to support access to courses, programs, facilities, services, and activities on campus. Advocates to increase the understanding and support of the campus community. Is knowledgeable about the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act and other related laws. Ability to articulate these laws to students and staff and work to implement them for students.

• Meet students with disabilities, assess needs to enable students to attend and succeed in classes.
• Review documentation to determine reasonable accommodations under ADA and other laws.
• Provide academic assistance regarding COD placement tests and enrollment in COD classes.
• Assist students with disabilities with course selection and registration at COD and guidance as they transition to other schools.
• Provide guidance to students with disabilities in areas such as college adjustment and achieving educational goals; refer students to a mental health counselor when necessary.
• Provide disability related consultation to faculty and staff regarding individuals with disabilities.
• Act as a liaison to help resolve any classroom conflicts and make referrals to Division or Dean when appropriate.
• Evaluate computer adaptation needs for students with disabilities and arrange accommodations.
• Refer to Assistive Technology Specialist if computer adaptation needs become more advanced or more frequent.
• Recommend strategies and learning skills to enhance academic progress for students with disabilities; advise students regarding self-advocacy; monitor students' ongoing accommodation needs.
• Facilitate student use of COD resources:
  Learning Commons, financial aid, etc.
• Make referrals to community resources to diagnose disabilities and/or provide related services to individuals with disabilities.
• Develop, review, and recommend college wide policies/procedures for students with disabilities.
• Follow code of ethics and privacy policies regarding student's personal information and documentation for disability.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting information about students with disabilities and maintain database regarding accommodations for students.
• Provide mobility orientation for visually impaired students.
• Communicate effectively in alternate formats with students with disabilities.
• Provide information relating to disabilities and/or students with disabilities to COD classes, divisions, outside agencies and visitors.
• Present workshops about students with disabilities and/or other related issues.
• Assist in planning and conducting special information events including workshops and fairs.
• Assist in securing volunteers to assist students with disabilities in class or course-related activities.
• Assist in training and supervising student workers and practicum/intern students on an as-needed basis.
• Participate on college committees as requested.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Education
  • Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education or related discipline required.
  • Eligible for CRC and/or LPC licensure.
  • Special Education certifications (ex. LBS1 or
    2) preferred.
• Experience
  • Two years' experience in disability services or rehabilitation required; ability to communicate effectively both in oral and written form required.
  • Sign language skills preferred.

• CCTV, PC, tape recorders, scanners, TDD, and FM loop system, smart pens, & working tablets and any adaptive computer software used by students with disabilities.
• Weekdays; some evening and/or weekend duty.
• This position requires a background check and drug screen.

Yes

Starting $26.25/hourly based on experience. College of DuPage also offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision effective the first day of employment, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment.

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. The College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other basis protected by law.