Accommodations Specialist CFRNHSSS

Overview

Accommodations Specialist (FT), CFRN
14463

HSSS

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Determines eligibility for services and coordinates access to accommodations and services for students with disabilities in a case management role. Develops plans to support access to courses, programs, facilities, services, and activities on campus. Advocates to increase the understanding and support of the campus community. Is knowledgeable about the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act and other related laws. Ability to articulate these laws to students and staff and work to implement them for students.

• Meet students with disabilities, assess needs to enable students to attend and succeed in classes.
• Review documentation to determine reasonable accommodations under ADA and other laws.
• Provide academic assistance regarding COD placement tests and enrollment in COD classes.
• Assist students with disabilities with course selection and registration at COD and guidance as they transition to other schools.
• Provide guidance to students with disabilities in areas such as college adjustment and achieving educational goals; refer students to a mental health counselor when necessary.
• Provide disability related consultation to faculty and staff regarding individuals with disabilities.
• Act as a liaison to help resolve any classroom conflicts and make referrals to Division or Dean when appropriate.
• Evaluate computer adaptation needs for students with disabilities and arrange accommodations.
• Refer to Assistive Technology Specialist if computer adaptation needs become more advanced or more frequent.
• Recommend strategies and learning skills to enhance academic progress for students with disabilities; advise students regarding self-advocacy; monitor students  ongoing accommodation needs.
• Facilitate student use of COD resources:
  Learning Commons, financial aid, etc.
• Make referrals to community resources to diagnose disabilities and/or provide related services to individuals with disabilities.
• Develop, review, and recommend college wide policies/procedures for students with disabilities.
• Follow code of ethics and privacy policies regarding student's personal information and documentation for disability.
• Assist with collecting, analyzing, and reporting information about students with disabilities and maintain database regarding accommodations for students.
• Provide mobility orientation for visually impaired students.
• Communicate effectively in alternate formats with students with disabilities.
• Provide information relating to disabilities and/or students with disabilities to COD classes, divisions, outside agencies and visitors.
• Present workshops about students with disabilities and/or other related issues.
• Assist in planning and conducting special information events including workshops and fairs.
• Assist in securing volunteers to assist students with disabilities in class or course-related activities.
• Assist in training and supervising student workers and practicum/intern students on an as-needed basis.
• Participate on college committees as requested.
• Other related duties as assigned.

• Education
  • Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Special Education or related discipline required.
  • Eligible for CRC and/or LPC licensure.
  • Special Education certifications (ex. LBS1 or
    2) preferred.
• Experience
  • Two years  experience in…