The Disability and Access Resources Specialist will be responsible for providing services to students with disabilities, including placement testing, provision of accommodations, advising, academic testing and other services required for students with disabilities.

 

Benefits include: medical and dental insurances, retirement plans, paid time off, educational benefits for employees and dependents at Penn College and Penn State University, and more. For additional information, click here.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Special Education or related discipline, OR, equivalent combination of education and experience. Required

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years' experience working with individuals with disabilities. Required
• Two (2) years' of service provision experience preferably in an educational setting. Required
• Two (2) years' experience working with students with disabilities in higher education. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively both in-person and in written form. Required
• Ability to independently handle multiple tasks simultaneously, manage time, and prioritize tasks. Required
• Functional ability with or aptitude to learn microcomputer functions with mainframe application and requisite software packages utilized in the office. Required
• Ability to resolve routine problems with accuracy and composure. Required
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to deal with functions requiring attention to detail. Required
• Knowledge of physical, psychological, neurological and learning disabilities. Required
• Demonstrated knowledge of Section 504, ADA, ADAAA. Required
• Knowledge of local human service resources. Preferred
• Knowledge of Penn College enrollment procedures. Preferred
• Knowledge of functional limitations of various disabilities and the reasonable and appropriate technological accommodations that will help mitigate the limiting effects of disabilities in the academic arena. Preferred
• Knowledge of production of Braille documents and accessible digital content. Preferred
• Knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL). Preferred
• Working knowledge of assistive technology and adaptive equipment for students with disabilities. Preferred
• Awareness and understanding of copyright issues vs. students' need to access otherwise inaccessible media. Preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of Section 508 and W3C guidelines. Preferred
• Possession of a valid driver's license. Preferred

 

• Provide special placement testing for College applicants with disabilities and/or testing for students with disabilities.
• Read documentation, identify and provide appropriate accommodations, testing, and services to enrolled and prospective students with disabilities.
• Assist with accommodation review appointments with students to review procedures for accessing services and authorizing release of information.
• Provide ongoing support services (i.e. academic, disability related; referrals) for students with disabilities throughout the academic year.
• Maintain program records, correspondence and other data including scanning documents.
• Respond to correspondence from prospective and current students, parent/guardians, staff, agencies, and school personnel concerning programs and services.
• Stay abreast of current ADA law, section 504, and developments in the field of disability services.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and up to date notes/records related to students.
• Provide assistance with processing equipment loans.
• Assist in obtaining, processing and providing books in alternate format to students.
• Assist in implementing new programs and activities to serve special populations.
• Assist with training students on Assistive Technology, and the Accommodate System.
• Attend staff meetings, division meetings, and participate in campus committees as appropriate.
• Facilitate meetings for prospective students and families to discuss placement testing, documentation, etc. and answer questions about disability and access resources.
• Provide front desk coverage when needed.
• Attend regional high school transition clinic meetings for potential incoming students with disabilities.
• Oversee Disability and Access Resources’ Allies program and facilitate opportunities for engagement into the campus community.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in transporting adaptive equipment to classrooms/labs.
• Assist the Director in providing training for College faculty and staff on disability issues.

Some lifting/pushing/pulling of assistive technology/adaptive equipment not to exceed 50 lbs.

Based on minimum education and experience qualifications the hourly range is $23.78 - $28.47.

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

 

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