Disability Services Access Coordinator

Louisiana State University

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Assistant Director for Access, the Access Coordinator will directly advise students with disabilities, determine services and accommodations based on documentation, and serve as an advocate and liaison between students and campus departments. This position is a key member of the Disability Services team. The Division of Student Affairs priorities guide the work, focusing on a commitment to quality, communicating a sense of home, and designing programs, services, events, and experiences with everyone in mind.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Administrative experience.
Ability and willingness to work some evening and weekend hours.
Ability to work directly with minors.
Valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field
3 years of related experience
Experience working with adolescents and/or adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Advise students with disabilities regarding their rights and responsibilities under the ADA, Section 504, and any related university policies and/or procedures.
Analyze and interpret disability related documentation to determine eligibility for services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of appropriate academic support services and accommodations under ADA, Section 504, and any related university policies and/or procedures.
Serve as an advocate and liaison between students and campus departments to facilitate participation in University programs.
Triage students to the appropriate resources during times of crisis.
Coordinate with health/mental health professionals as appropriate.
Assist the office and university in the development and update of policies, procedures, and informational materials related to students with disabilities.
Serve as the key Disability Services staff member which coordinates outreach efforts for training of faculty and staff.
Coordinate with other campus initiatives which provide outreach and other Disability Services related information.
Provide consultation and outreach to faculty, staff, students, local and statewide agencies.
Assist the Assistant Director for Access in the development, implementation, and assessment of programs designed to increase retention, graduation, high academic achievement, and career transition of students with disabilities.
Assist the Assistant Director for Access in tracking statistics and performing assessment of programs and activities for student advocacy and guidance.
Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of the department strategic plan and disability awareness strategic plan.
Support divisional initiatives, including Move-in Day, Welcome Week, Family Weekend, and Career Expo.