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Disability Specialist
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Position Number: 5661806
Location: Boston, MA
Position Type: Disability Services

Disability Specialist

About the Opportunity

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Director & Associate Director, the Disability Specialist is responsible for the formulation, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of appropriate services and accommodations for students with disabilities with a focus on maintaining cutting-edge student-centered services.

The position involves providing direct support and advocacy for students with disabilities, guiding them through the accommodations process and collaborating with faculty and staff to ensure inclusive learning environments. The role includes conducting outreach and training to promote understanding of disability policies and services within the university community. Additionally, responsibilities include participation in departmental committees and additional projects as assigned by leadership is also required. The Disability Specialist is also responsible for maintaining comprehensive student records.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Counsel and advise students on the accommodations process
Provide specialized skills and compensatory strategies for students with disabilities
Advocate for students with disabilities with faculty, administrators and parents
Guide faculty to an understanding of how to make accommodation for students in their classes
Support student advocacy and learning strategies
Participate in education efforts to assist departments within the University to understand the policies and procedures involved in providing access individuals with disabilities
Participate in outreach and training efforts to students eligible for services through Disability Access Services
Determine eligibility for services
Approve services and accommodations
Communicate with students and maintain current on complete records
Assist current and prospective students and their families through the process of acquiring appropriate documentation and registering for services
Participate in departmental committees
Additional duties and projects as assigned by the Director & Associate Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience evaluating disability documentation, including psycho educational, psychological, and medical evaluations
Specialized knowledge to interpret and assess medical and technical evaluations and determine disability accommodations and appropriate support services, as well as develop and present in-service training.
Demonstrated knowledge of disability practices and procedures including applicable federal and state laws, policies, regulations, and standards (e.g., Section 504 and the ADAAA)
Working knowledge of ADAAA and regulations and the ability to explain them and the implications for students with disabilities.
Knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling, Educational Psychology or related field or, equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Minimum two-three years' experience working with students in post-secondary education providing advocacy and support services within a college setting.

Position Type

Student Services

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.

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