What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Champion/ Disability Services Coordinator position at Denmark Technical College?
Job Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Dean of Career and Student Success, the Academic Champion/Disability Services Coordinator serves as a service provider for students with documented disabilities both on campus and online to ensure equal access within the academic and campus life setting in accordance with the Rehabilitation Act Section 504, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA). The Academic Champion/Disability Services Coordinator will also serve in the role as an academic advisor, instructor, monitor and case manager to provide resources and wraparound support to students to increase student success.
- Monitors student academic progress; analyzes progress and attendance reports from instructors; identifies potential needs or problem areas and refers students to appropriate campus resources for assistance and communicate findings. Identifies and responds to emotional disorders and makes the necessary referrals to the appropriate agency. Assists in articulating programs in schools, parent groups, faculty, and staff alike in the areas of professional growth for students and the institution. Identifies students at-risk for academic failure and develop and implement strategies to drive student success. Manages and communicates effectively academic suspension, and satisfactory academic progress policies.
- Maintains tracking systems of student contact and classifications for reporting purposes, such as facilitating academic workshops, teaching, reporting, participating in campus orientations, graduation and other activities as directed by supervisor. Provides career advisement for students to include: personal interest assessments, career identification and planning, job readiness assessments, job coaching, and job search training. Tracks program changes and maintains contact with department dean, students, and faculty, to give input to the department program changes that may adversely affect student progress and reports back to the Advising, Career, and Enrollment Management.
- Advises student on academic, career and personal issues. Identifies the educational and career options appropriate for each student and assists with the analysis of each option plan for the student to explore alternative majors.
- Administers, evaluates, and provides a conducive testing environment for applicants for the Accuplacer, WorKeys, and other mandatory assessments offered through the department. Coordinates testing services for students with disabilities and facilitating student access through the accommodation process. Provides assistive technology assistance to eligible students. Provides individual and/or group instruction for students with disabilities to promote the development of executive functioning and academic skills. Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to students who have disabilities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor's degree and experience in student services programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree preferred
Additional Comments
Valid driver's license required. Work varied hours including weekends during peak registration periods, routine travel to other sites and moderate physical requirements.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
