Graduate Student Assistant - Student Disability Services

The New School • Town of Newburgh, NY

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Senior Director and Assistant Director of Student Disability Services, this role oversees the student registration process, assists with the implementation of accommodations and services for students with disabilities, and manages requests for information from students, staff, faculty, parents, and the public regarding policies and procedures governing SDS. This position requires a weekly commitment of approximately 10-15 hours per week. The New School, founded in 1919, is an academic center that encourages intellectual and creative thought, providing students with the academic freedom to shape their unique paths for a complex and rapidly changing world. As a New School employee, you will contribute to the university's mission to prepare and inspire students to bring about positive change.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program at The New School.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Reliable.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with the Google suite of products available at The New School.
• Able to learn and utilize database systems effectively.
• Familiar with accessible technology.
• Experience collecting, transcribing, and analyzing data.
• Experience updating websites.
• Experience working in (or being registered with) a Disability Services office.

Responsibilities

• Respond to requests for information from current students, prospective students, family members, faculty and staff.
• Meet with students and their families to orient new students to the Center’s procedures and programs, as well other New School resources.
• Manage data entry of confidential documentation and accommodation requests into the SDS online case management system (Accommodate).
• Assist SDS staff with the collection of confidential student medical and other disability related records as needed.
• Assist undergraduate FWS student employees with daily assignment of administrative functions & training of newly hired student employees on SDS policies and procedures.
• Assist the SDS professional staff members with the implementation of specific accommodations and services including Priority Registration, Exam accommodations, Student support/outreach/onboarding of Accommodate database management system.
• Responsible for programs, special projects or operations which may be ongoing and require planning, coordination and supervision.
• Participate in semesterly trainings to remain up to date on the SDS Office’s best practices.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer
• Does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level