Access Consultant/Disability Specialist #20200055-STAFF
Position Title Access Consultant/Disability Specialist Division Student Affairs Department/Office O'Neill Center Position Summary
The O’Neill Center for Academic Development at St. Catherine University invites applications for an Access Consultant/Disability Specialist. The Access Consultant/Disability Specialist supports the provision of a wide range of services to a large caseload of students with a variety of disabilities, including the coordination of accommodation requests. The O’Neill Center provides support to all students, including collaborative learning solutions that accommodate students’ diverse learning styles, and partnering with faculty to address learning challenges. This is a regular, full-time position.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a valued resource to staff and faculty and advise faculty on best practices for working with students with disabilities
- Work collaboratively with colleagues as well as faculty and staff across the university, to fulfill the mission of the center and the university
- Provide individualized support to students through one on one meetings with students to identify barriers to their learning, and work with campus partners to address barriers
- Develop Academic Accommodations, Residence Hall accommodations, Emotional Support Animal accommodations, and Meal plan accommodations and communicate the accommodation to appropriate stakeholders
- Refer students to other offices on campus as well as to outside resources
- Assist in the coordination of accommodation needs, including scheduling American Sign language (ASL) interpreters or live-captioning services, processing textbook conversion requests, processing requests for notetakers, etc.
- Communicate respectfully and build relationships of trust with people of all cultures and abilities, affirming the worth and preserving the dignity of individuals, families, and communities
St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation’s largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls nearly 5,000 students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
- Two years of experience working with students
- Knowledge of a range of disabilities including but not limited to: Attention Deficit Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Psychiatric conditions, Physical and Sensory disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injuries, etc.
- Experience applying Federal law as it pertains to individuals with disabilities
- Experience serving students of diverse backgrounds, including: LGBTQIA, BIPOC, varying religious beliefs, individuals with disabilities, etc.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and basic knowledge of assistive technology software
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate degree
- Two years of experience working one on one with post-secondary students
- Knowledge of accommodation needs specific to Deaf/Hard of Hearing students
- American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
EEO Statement
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.
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Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.