Augusta University ยท 2 months ago
Coordinator, Testing and Disability Services
Augusta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$44K/yr - $45K/yr
3+ years expAugusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators and healthcare providers. The Disability Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and providing programs, services, and accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Determine disability program eligibility and accommodations through an interactive process with students
Educating students about documentation requirements, making appropriate referrals when documentation isn't available, determining which documentation should be sent to the RCLD for review
Interviewing students to determine the nature of the functional limitations related to learning and academics, providing suggestions for appropriate accommodations and drafting necessary accommodation letter for appropriate faculty and/or staff
Provides extensive direct support to students with disabilities
Assists in the disability testing accommodation process for students
Appropriately supports students with disabilities by referring students to campus resources and support services
Participates in outreach to new students and families regarding the processes and procedures of the Disability Services Office
Maintains an updated knowledge of rulings from the OCR, court case law, national standards, and BOR policies related to individuals with disabilities
Assists Director in achieving community outreach goals for the office and with collaboration goals involving campus partners
Provides individual and group training for students, faculty, and staff in the areas of ADA, technology, testing accommodations, etc
Advises and assists faculty and staff on access issues/concerns for students with disabilities in all courses and labs throughout the University
Participates in divisional and college-wide committees as requested by the Director to advise on disability concerns and in disability access technology requirements
Assist in the implementation of disability access needs into the university's comprehensive planning process
Serves as a resource to external agencies for issues of and requirements germane to disability services and accessible technology
Develops, implements, and maintains accessible technology plans for disability students
Coordinates University Brailing and captioning needs with AMAC or other agencies
Provides direct instruction and support to students with disabilities regarding accessing and using assistive technology
Provides back-up when needed for the efficient operation of Testing & Disability Services, including test proctoring, answering phones, assisting customers, etc
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Rehabilitation Counseling, or related discipline OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and three years of related experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases
Knowledge of AT devices such as computer hardware & software
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented with strong prioritization and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to use spreadsheet, database and/or presentation software
Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts
Ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and of varying backgrounds
Ability to handle multiple assignments concurrently and re-prioritize, ability to successfully adapt to rapid change
Ability to work collaboratively and to foster effective relationships
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan)
Earned vacation time
Sick leave
13 paid holidays
Tuition Assistance Program
Company
Augusta University
Augusta University offers opportunities #LikeNoOther through groundbreaking research, patient-centered clinical expertise and forward-thinking educational programs from three campuses in the beautiful Southern city of Augusta, Georgia, and satellite locations across the state.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Wertz
Vice President for Foundations & CEO, Augusta University Foundation, Inc.
Heather Roszkowski, DSc
A/VP of Cyber Defense & Enterprise Chief Information Security Officer
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