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University of Wisconsin - Madison

Position Vacancy Listing

PVL # 75777

Please Note: A change was made to this position announcement on 02/12/13

 

Working Title:
Accommodation Specialist
Official Title:
COUNSELOR(R72DN) or ASSOC COUNSELOR(R72FN)
Degree and area of specialization:
Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Social Work, Special Education or a related field.
 
  
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
Two or more years of direct experience working with individuals with psychological and learning disorders including but not limited to mood, anxiety or autism spectrum disorders, learning disability/dyslexia, and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference given to applicants who have worked with a college or young adult population.
Preference given to licensed/license eligible candidates who can supervise pre-master's interns from relevant educational programs. Credentials to supervise pre-master's students seeking Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification are a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling and CRC certification.
Necessary Skills and Experiences
Experience interpreting various psycho-educational and psychological assessment batteries used in the diagnosis of learning disabilities, mental health disorders, AD/HD and traumatic brain injury and translating the data from such reports into appropriate accommodations plans in a post-secondary setting.
Experience working with individuals who have dual or multiple mental health diagnoses.
Experience effectively addressing the unique concerns of people with hidden disorders (e.g. stigma, medication management and side effects, executive functioning deficits, etc.).
Ability to be an effective advocate for reasonable accommodations in the context of a competitive educational environment.
Ability to foster independence through the development of life long self-advocacy skills and learning strategies.
Working knowledge of federal and state laws regarding disability rights.
Strong verbal and written communication and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent judgment, decision-making skills, and sense of humor when faced with conflict, competing interests, and/or time sensitive issues
Ability to work independently as well as contribute to team processes at the unit and division level.
Principal duties:
Direct Service - 75%
Conduct intake appointments leading to a service eligibility determination and recommendations for reasonable accommodations as appropriate.
Assist students in understanding their legal rights and responsibilities.
Promote student self-reliance and the development of appropriate self-advocacy skills.
Facilitate communication between faculty, staff, and students with disabilities on access and accommodation issues and provide on-going consultation and problem-solving assistance to faculty and staff in the provision of appropriate services and accommodations.
Develop new and effective methods for resolving complex disability-related accommodation issues.
Communicate with parents/guardians of student clients respectfully and appropriately in a way that supports the development of student independence and accountability.
Maintain confidentiality in verbal and written communications as required under the Family Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Create, organize, and maintain up-to-date electronic and paper records.
Stay abreast of legislation/policy and national, state, and local issues affecting access for individuals with disabilities.

Institutional Support/Outreach-15%
Participate in training and teaching programs for enrolled students with disabilities including but not limited to the McBurney Transition course (CP115) and related formal and informal groups and individually focused activities.
Develop training materials for university personnel working with students with learning, attentional, mental health and chronic medical disorders.
Present to University staff and the community on disability-related topics to promote universal design in learning.
Provide consultation/technical assistance on disability issues as needed or requested by individuals and groups at the University and in the community.
Participate in division and institution-wide initiatives to advance opportunities for individuals with disabilities to be equitably represented in the student population, be retained, and graduate from undergraduate and graduate programs.
Assist in advancing the mission and vision of the Division of Student Life through targeted projects, initiatives and committees.
Contribute to divisional strategic priorities including campus partnerships, improved climate, etc.
Represent the Division of Student Life at campus events.
Promote and respect the practice of civility in the workplace.
Demonstrate a commitment to organizational success.
Participate in departmental and division-wide quality improvement efforts.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity.
Other duties as assigned.
Administrative Duties - 10%
Contribute to program development for current and emerging populations (e.g. services for veterans, students with autism, unrepresented groups, etc).
Participate in program projects and activities (e.g., search and screen committees and processes, revision of eligibility criteria, outreach and communication practices with parents, etc.).
Recruit, train, and supervise McBurney interns at a level appropriate to experience and expertise. Provide on-going support, information, and resources to staff on AD/HD and related mental health disorders
  Additional Information:
 This position facilitates the provision of reasonable accommodations for university students with learning disabilities, mental health, chronic medical conditions and attentional disorders (AD/HD) to ensure equal access to the programs, services and activities of the institution. These populations comprise the largest group of students with disabilities seeking services through the McBurney Disability Resource Center. This position will carry a case load consisting of students with these disabilities.

The Accommodation Specialist assists faculty and staff in developing fair and effective instructional methods and adaptations to provide classroom access for this student population. This position may also participate in campus-wide training activities for students, faculty and staff on disability issues, rights and responsibilities under the law, and advocacy regarding reasonable accommodation in a post-secondary environment.

This position will participate in program development initiatives to serve the primary populations of McBurney students including but not limited to teaching for credit courses, developing educational effectiveness programs and promoting community building activities and events. This position may also supervise student employees and pre-master's interns.

This position reports to the McBurney Accommodation Team Manager.

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Appointment Type:Academic Staff
Department(s):DOS/ADMINISTRATION
Full Time Salary Rate:Minimum $41,336 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term:This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent:100%
Anticipated begin date:JUNE 01, 2013
Number of Positions:3

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: MARCH 20, 2013
HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration, applications must be received by the application deadline date. Submit cover letter, resume and names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references referring to Position Vacancy Listing 75777 to:

Diane Steele
500 Lincoln Dr
70 Bascom Hall
Madison, WI 53706-1314

dsteele@studentlife.wisc.edu

Phone: 608-263-5700
Fax: 608-265-5646
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information)

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS TO DIANE STEELE'S EMAIL ADDRESS ARE STONGLY ENCOURAGED.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.
The University of Wisconsin - Madison is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We encourage applications from under-represented populations in higher education employment.
Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #75777 to:
Diane Steele
Phone: 608-263-5700
500 Lincoln Dr
Fax: 608-265-5646
70 Bascom Hall
Madison, WI 53706-1314
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

NOTE: Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding the names of applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. 

UW-Madison is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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