Disability Specialist, Academic Resource Center Georgetown University

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Disability Specialist, Academic Resource Center - Georgetown University

Georgetown's Academic Resource Center (ARC) joins the Division of Student Affairs in supporting and engaging in its ongoing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and those of the greater University community.

Job Overview

The Disability Specialist carries out the mission of the Academic Resource Center by meeting the needs of students in the spirit of cura personalis and acting as a resource for students, staff, faculty, and parents.

Applying a strong background in working with students with psychological/psychiatric, cognitive, and physical disabilities, they interpret the components of a psychological evaluation and other diagnostic documentation in order to determine reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

As well, they work with undergraduate students, graduate students (including MBA students), and medical students, applying a knowledge of how to engage students in a careful interactive process to make accommodation determinations. They provide guidance about undergoing evaluations to determine whether or not they have disabilities.

In addition to working directly with students, the they serve as an advocate for students with disabilities by aiding them in the implementation of their accommodations. As well, they address inquiries and concerns raised by faculty to ensure that accommodations do not compromise the curricular goals of a professor's course.

The Disability Specialist remains current with disability issues and understands the legal ramifications of undertaking the work in order to avoid potential risk for the University.

Work Interactions

The Disability Specialist reports to the Associate Director of the Academic Resource Center, who provides guidance and support for interpreting case law and applying it to the determination of reasonable accommodations.

Students represent the largest population with whom the Disability Specialist interacts; hence, they must be knowledgeable with the various academic programs and the curricular frameworks of the programs. They must be sensitive to the stigma associated with disability to facilitate the elimination of stereotypes and misconceptions of what it means to claim disability as an identity.

The Specialist interacts with parents by providing information about the documentation and accommodation process and addressing concerns they might have about their students.

On a daily basis, the Disability Specialist works with a host of stakeholders - students, parents, academic counselors, deans, and faculty. And with fellow Academic Resource Center administrators, they collaborate on projects and carry out the missions of the Academic Resource Center, Student Affairs, and the University.

Qualifications

• Master's degree, preferably in Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Social Work, Higher Education/Student Personnel Administration
• At least 5 years working with students with disabilities
• Ability to work with culturally and academically diverse populations of students and to counsel and direct students to appropriate University services
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Strong problem solving, time management and organizational skills
• Commitment to prescribe and practice ethical behavior, to upholding professional standard, and maintain student confidentiality
• Appreciation of Jesuit culture and value
• Willingness and availability to work evenings and occasional weekends

Work Mode: Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

Georgetown's Academic Resource Center (ARC) joins the Division of Student Affairs in supporting and engaging in its ongoing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and those of the greater University community.

Job Overview

The Disability Specialist carries out the mission of the Academic Resource Center by meeting the needs of students in the spirit of cura personalis and acting as a resource for students, staff, faculty, and parents.

Applying a strong background in working with students with psychological/psychiatric, cognitive, and physical disabilities, they interpret the components of a psychological evaluation and other diagnostic documentation in order to determine reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

As well, they work with undergraduate students, graduate students (including MBA students), and medical students, applying a knowledge of how to engage students in a careful interactive process to make accommodation determinations. They provide guidance about undergoing evaluations to determine whether or not they have disabilities.

In addition to working directly with students, the they serve as an advocate for students with disabilities by aiding them in the implementation of their accommodations. As well, they address inquiries and concerns raised by faculty to ensure that accommodations do not compromise the curricular goals of a professor's course.

The Disability Specialist remains current with disability issues and understands the legal ramifications of undertaking the work in order to avoid potential risk for the University.

Work Interactions

The Disability Specialist reports to the Associate Director of the Academic Resource Center, who provides guidance and support in aiding the Specialist in interpreting case law and applying it to the determination of reasonable accommodations.

Students represent the largest population with whom the Disability Specialist interacts; hence, they must be knowledgeable with the various academic programs and the curricular frameworks of the programs. They must be sensitive to the stigma associated with disability to facilitate the elimination of stereotypes and misconceptions of what it means to claim disability as an identity.

The Specialist interacts with parents by providing information about the documentation and accommodation process and addressing concerns they might have about their students.

On a daily basis, the Disability Specialist works with a host of stakeholders - students, parents, academic counselors, deans, and faculty. And with fellow Academic Resource Center administrators, they collaborate on projects and carry out the missions of the Academic Resource Center, Student Affairs, and the University.

Qualifications

• Master's degree, preferably in Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Social Work, Higher Education/Student Personnel Administration
• At least 5 years working with students with disabilities
• Ability to work with culturally and academically diverse populations of students and to counsel and direct students to appropriate University services
• Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Strong problem solving, time management and organizational skills
• Commitment to prescribe and practice ethical behavior, to upholding professional standard, and maintain student confidentiality
• Appreciation of Jesuit culture and value
• Willingness and availability to work evenings and occasional weekends

Work Mode: Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

The Georgetown University community is committed to our public health approach and the important role that vaccines play in contributing to the safety of our University and our broader communities. Georgetown University requires students, faculty, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to have received a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot when eligible, or to have an approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement applies to all faculty and staff, including teleworking employees. Complete details and updates can be found in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center.


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