Accommodation Coordinator
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Job no: 503129
Work type: Full-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, Enrollment Management and Student SuccessJob Summary
The Accommodation Coordinator position is a full-time position in the Office of Disability Resources (ODR). The Accommodation Coordinator assists the Associate Director in interpreting medical documentation, and providing support for students seeking medical exemptions and accommodations.
Essential Functions
Reviews documentation and approves reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
Meets with students who have disabilities to discuss the impact of their condition on their ability to fully participate in the educational experience at Drexel in order to determine reasonable accommodations.
Communicates with students, parents, and campus partners to establish or maintain reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
Makes appropriate referrals and proposes additional support to students with disabilities.
Assists with ODR outreach and open house events, as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Disability Resources, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Psychology, or a related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with people with disabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to problem solve with colleagues and assist individual faculty and staff in the provision of accommodations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree in Disability Resources, Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education, Psychology or a related field.
Experience working with students with disabilities in a higher education setting.
Working knowledge of Section 504 and the ADAAA, as it applies to postsecondary education.
Location
University City, Philadelphia PA
Additional Information
This position is classified as Exempt with a salary grade of I. For more information regarding Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure, https://drexel.edu/hr/career/ducomp/salstructure/
Please review the Benefits Brochure for some information on our benefits offerings.
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.
Review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.
Advertised: May 30 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 30 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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