Senior Accessibility Associate

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Job Description

Summary:

Disability Support Services ( DSS ) is committed to providing equal educational opportunity and participation for all students  works to foster an environment that is inclusive and equitable by providing reasonable and appropriate accommodations and support services for students with disabilities. Reporting to the Assistant Director of DSS , this Senior Accessibility Associate is responsible for the provision of direct services and accommodations for students with disabilities.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Accommodation Eligibility:
Employing knowledge of the post-secondary compliance requirements in the ADA and Section 504 and incorporating the principles of social justice and disability advocacy. Consulting with the Assistant Director or senior leadership team, as may be needed, to complete eligibility determination and plan for reasonable and appropriate accommodations for students with more complex disability-related requirements. Overseeing the review of disability documentation and determination of reasonable and appropriate accommodations.

Student Accessibility and Inclusion:
Supporting DSS participation in university-wide new student orientations at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Creating programming for and meeting directly with students and families. Along with DSS staff, collaborating with and advising university faculty and program administrators in regards to the general as well as more customized course-related needs of students with disabilities.

Case Management:
Participating in student case review team meetings to discuss DSS student needs and response strategies, ensuring continuity and consistency of services and supports. Creating and leading workshops for students, faculty and campus partners to promote inclusivity and accessibility.

Institutional/Office Communication:
Contributing to efforts to maintain the consistency of language imparting the DSS vision. Collaborating with campus partners and faculty on the implementation of accommodations. Responding to student inquiries, applications, and requests.

Performing other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Disability Support Services ( DSS ) at The George Washington University recognizes disability in the context of diversity. We work collaboratively with students, faculty and staff across the campus to foster a climate of universal academic excellence, while also promoting disability culture and GW’s broader diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Knowledge of the compliance mandates that guide the provision of accommodations for students at a post-secondary institution as well as the objectives of implementing a social justice model for such supports, along with on-the-job experience working in the field of disability support at the post-secondary level
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, and presentation…