Disability Specialist - Disability Resources and Educational Services

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $55,000 - $65,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
On-site
Knowledge of adaaa/504 mandates
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Ability to deliver interactive service
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a Disability Specialist to determine eligibility for services and accommodations for students with disabilities. The role includes counseling, collaboration with faculty, and participation in disability education initiatives, requiring a Master’s degree and experience with disability services

Job Summary

  • The Disability Specialist determines eligibility for reasonable accommodations and serves as a resource for faculty and administrators regarding access issues.
  • This role involves counseling students in areas such as crisis management, academic coaching, and transition planning related to their disabilities.
  • The position offers a highly competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and tuition waivers.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a Disability Specialist to determine eligibility for services and accommodations for students with disabilities. The role includes counseling, collaboration with faculty, and participation in disability education initiatives, requiring a Master’s degree and experience with disability services.

Salary

Base: $55,000 - $65,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of ADAAA/504 mandates
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities
  • Ability to deliver interactive service
  • Strong communication and organization skills
  • Collaborative relationship building

Nice-to-have

  • Crisis management counseling experience
  • Vocational counseling background
  • Transition planning expertise
  • Social media content management
  • Search committee participation

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in rehabilitation, psychology, social work, or education
  • Experience delivering post-secondary academic services under ADAAA/504
  • Not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Work Rights

Not specified

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