Dhh Access Consultant & Services Coordinator

McBurney Disability Resource Center at UW–Madison

Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $61,000.00 annually; bonus/equity: not speci...
Deaf and hard of hearing community experience
Knowledge of dhh accommodations and technology
Fluent in american sign language (asl)
This position serves as the primary point of contact for Deaf and hard of hearing students at UW-Madison, providing individual consultations to determine accommodations and offering advocacy

Job Summary

  • This position serves as the primary point of contact for Deaf and hard of hearing students at UW-Madison, providing individual consultations to determine accommodations and offering advocacy.
  • Key responsibilities include coordinating sign language interpreting and CART captioning requests, facilitating the interactive process for accommodations, and educating instructors on implementation.
  • The McBurney Disability Resource Center is part of the Division of Student Affairs, striving to create an inclusive campus environment and working with over 5700 students annually.

Matching Summary

This position serves as the primary point of contact for Deaf and hard of hearing students at UW-Madison, providing individual consultations to determine accommodations and offering advocacy.

Salary

Base: $61,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, savings accounts, and WRS pension fund.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Deaf and hard of hearing community experience
  • Knowledge of DHH accommodations and technology
  • Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Clear written and interpersonal communication

Nice-to-have

  • Experience coordinating services
  • Understanding of disability rights laws
  • Presentation skills on disability topics
  • Experience with diverse disabilities
  • Proficiency in computer applications

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • Master's Degree preferred
  • Experience with DHH community
  • Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the United States

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