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Accessibility And Learning Specialist

Company

Brown University
Address , Providence, 02912
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-12-08
Posted at 8 months ago
Job Description
:
SUMMARY:
The Accessibility and Learning Specialist is a member of the Office of Academic Support, which is housed in the Office of Medical School Student Affairs at the Warren Alpert Medical School (AMS). The Office of Medical School Student Affairs supports medical students throughout medical school, in part by fostering an open, caring, and inclusive learning environment and serving as a responsive resource for students. The Specialist conducts student intake interviews and reviews medical, psychological, and neuropsychological information to determine eligibility for accommodations and identifies what accommodations are appropriate based on the disability and program requirements. They support the medical school and its clinical partners in implementing those accommodations. In addition, the Specialist provides referrals to neuropsychological testing and to other clinicians as indicated. The Specialist engages in professional development and other projects/activities as needed to support the Office of Academic Support.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience
  • Counseling coursework preferred.
  • Formal training and education in disabilities services
  • Experience: 5-7 years of experience working with students with disabilities, preferably in a college setting or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience working with diverse student populations
  • Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Special Ed or similar program. Master’s preferred.
Job Competencies
  • Possesses a willingness and ability to support a diverse and inclusive campus community
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience with reviewing and evaluating documentation to determine accommodations in higher education or employment settings
  • Thorough understanding of varied neuropsychological tests and their meaning
  • Previous experience in similar role preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands
  • High degree of discretion
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Knowledge and understanding of ADA regulations, guidelines, and standards as applicable to a higher education or academic program
  • Strong attention to detail and organization
  • Effective problem solving and conflict resolution skills
  • Experience with Clockwork software or similar disability accommodation software, highly desirable
  • Knowledge of ADA and of various learning disabilities
Criminal and Background Check Required
Recruiting Start Date:
2023-07-28
Job Posting Title:
Accessibility and Learning Specialist
Department:
Warren Alpert Medical School
Grade:
Grade 10
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
37.5
Position Work Location:
Hybrid Eligible
Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.
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EEO Statement:
Brown University is an E-Verify Employer.
As an
EEO/AA employer
, Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our University policies.