Access Consultant, Student Disability Services
About The Position
The University of Iowa’s Student Disability Services is excited to welcome a full-time Access Consultant to join its vibrant team. Join our team and provide one-on-one developmental support to University of Iowa students by facilitating academic accommodations for individuals with a wide range of disabilities. In this role, you’ll be an advocate and resource, helping students thrive academically and personally. If you’re passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential, we’d love to have you on our team! In this role you’ll be able to: Facilitate the implementation of academic accommodations. Facilitate the solution of accommodation-related problems. Orient students to the academic accommodation process. Communicate with faculty, administrators, and university staff about eligibility for services and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. And More! About the Department: Student Disability Services (SDS) at the University of Iowa is committed to ensuring access and support for all students with disabilities. We collaborate closely with students, faculty, and staff to provide comprehensive academic accommodations. SDS strives to empower students and enhance their educational experience at the University of Iowa.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and related experience.
- Experience (typically 6mo-1yr) working one-on-one with college students in a developmental role; advising, counseling or mentoring.
- Demonstrates a BASIC proficiency level in the following competencies:
- Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process; ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.
- Establishing and building healthy working relationships.
- Work experience with standard office computer applications.
- Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychology or related field.
- Basic knowledge and ability to develop and facilitate presentations.
- Experience working in higher education with college students of all levels regarding academic, social, behavioral and personal issues in order to promote their academic, behavioral, personal and social growth and development.
- Familiarity and interest in understanding assistive technology (Assistive Listening Devices/etc.).
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the implementation of academic accommodations.
- Facilitate the solution of accommodation-related problems.
- Orient students to the academic accommodation process.
- Communicate with faculty, administrators, and university staff about eligibility for services and reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
Benefits
- Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies.
- Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists.
- Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
