Disability Specialist

Texas State University • San Marcos, TX

395d • $45,000 - $48,000

About The Position

The Disability Specialist position at Texas State University is designed to support students with disabilities by facilitating their access to the educational environment. This role involves collaboration with faculty and staff to enhance accessibility and promote an inclusive atmosphere, while also coordinating activities that raise disability awareness within the university community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience working in a disability-related academic or clinical setting.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as an effective team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, encompassing both oral and written communication abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Strong ability to understand and address the unique needs of college students with disabilities.
• Proficiency in interpreting a range of educational, psychological, and medical documentation.
• Knowledge of disability law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504, and its practical application for students with disabilities.
• Knowledge of the Accessible Information Management (AIM) database.

Responsibilities

• Provides ongoing service and case management to students with disabilities, including monitoring the effectiveness of accommodations and making referrals to relevant campus services.
• Offers resources tailored to the unique needs of students with disabilities, focusing on strategies specific to Texas State University.
• Conducts meetings with students requesting accommodations, gathering and interpreting documentation provided by the student.
• Assesses the impact of the student's disability on academic performance and campus engagement to determine appropriate accommodations.
• Provides consultation and training to faculty and staff on accessibility issues and laws, serving as a knowledgeable resource for the accessibility needs of students with disabilities.
• Participates in disability outreach and awareness events.
• Assists in the development and/or review of office publications, policies, and procedures.
• Represents the department in university, division, and departmental committees and task forces.
• Stays updated on research and best practices concerning students with disabilities in higher education.

Benefits

• Amazing health insurance with various coverage options starting your first day of employment, with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for dependents.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Excellent work-life balance resources, including mother and family-friendly resources and a comprehensive FREE wellness program.
• Great training and development opportunities with a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community with many social networks offered on and off-campus.
• Retirement peace of mind with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree