Assistant Director, Student Accessibility Services

Position: Assistant Director, Student Accessibility Services - Quincy College
Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Success & Partnerships, the Assistant Director of Student Accessibility Services ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to college programs, activities, and services in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504; and other applicable laws. The Student Development Associate will review, interpret and evaluate documentation and diagnostic information to determine reasonable accommodations for students with varying disabilities.

As a member of a team, the Student Development Associate will work closely with the Dean of the Plymouth Campus to serve students on the Plymouth campus. The Student Development Associate will also collaborate with social service agencies and the College community to deliver services.

EDUCATIONAL

EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree required. Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Higher Education Administration, and/or Education strongly preferred. Licensure in Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensure in Mental Health Counseling (LMHC) preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
At least three (3) years of experience working in a college or high school setting with experience or training that includes working with students with disabilities preferred. Community college experience preferred. Experience delivering or working with assistive technology especially with students with disabilities. Thorough knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504;
Familiarity with Title IX preferred;
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record as a team player;
Ability to work several evenings throughout the year for special event purposes;
Experience utilizing an integrated computerized system. Must have excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills;
Ability to work effectively with ethnic, cultural, and socially diverse student populations. Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations. Additionally, candidates must possess a valid driver's license.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Professional and peer tutors. Student workers (as needed).

TRAVEL:
Three to four days each week in Quincy and up to one to two days each week in Plymouth. It may be necessary on occasion to assist at the Boston site.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Conduct intake interviews to evaluate and interpret diagnostic and medical documentation to determine eligibility of reasonable accommodations with requesting students.

* Support student persistence and assist with problem resolution.

* Consult and serve as a resource to the Quincy College community especially faculty regarding student accommodations and disability information; edit, revise and distribute information relative to Accessibility Services.

* Provide the appropriate delivery of assistive/adaptive technology services and accommodations for students with disabilities.

* Provide academic, vocational, and social support by maintaining an active caseload of current and potential students with disabilities.

* Ensure accessibility to website and learning management system.

* Maintain knowledge of current disability laws to ensure compliance; make ADA recommendations to the College.

* Maintain an active caseload of current and potential students with disabilities.

* Arrange test proctoring with part-time test proctor for students registered with disabilities services.

* Consult with outside agencies, such as vocational rehabilitation, human services and governmental units, to coordinate services for students with disabilities.

* Serve on college committees and task forces related to accessibility, accommodations, and advocacy for students with disabilities.

* Participate in the development of goals and objectives for Student Accessibility Services and provide on-going modification plans to Student Development as part of the institutional planning process.

* Supervise the College's Professional and Peer Tutors, and…