What are the responsibilities and job description for the Disability Services Specialist position at Binghamton University?
Job Description :
Budget Title : Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary : $56,000 - $60,000
The Disability Services Specialist position within Services for Students with Disabilities is a full-time 12-month professional obligation. The position reports to the Director. Duties and responsibilities include :
- Determine and authorize appropriate academic and programmatic accommodations for eligible students as applicable under ADA / ADAAA / 504 laws on an individualized case-by-case basis.
- Review, Interpret and evaluate disability documentation on students with a variety of disabilities including, but not limited to : Mental Health, Physical, Chronic Health, ADHD, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Determine and coordinate appropriate individual accommodations as they pertain to study abroad, clinical, and experiential placements.
- Consult with faculty on the implementation and appropriateness of academic accommodations, including but not limited to : audio recording, attendance and assignment flexibility.
- Serve as a resource for faculty, TAs and staff regarding questions related to individual accommodation needs of students as necessary.
- Develop and conduct presentations including, but not limited to, University obligations under ADA; disability awareness; programmatic and electronic accessibility.
- Participate and lead summer Orientation Sessions
- Develop and provide in-service training and disability awareness programming when necessary for Faculty, Staff, Teaching Assistants, Tutors and the University community in identifying and responding to the needs of students.
- Collaborate with the SSD Director and other SSD staff in developing programming surrounding best practices to facilitate student growth and equitable access on campus
- Represent the SSD office and advocate for needs of students with disabilities committees and initiatives that occur on campus
- Work in a fast-paced team-oriented and collaborative office
Requirements :
Preferred :
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Salary : $56,000 - $60,000
