Disability Access & Student Success Coordinator

Kansas City University; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking a Disability Services and Advising Coordinator to support students with disabilities through intake, accommodation coordination, and advising. This role collaborates across academic and administrative units to promote equitable access and compliance within a graduate-health education environment.

The coordinator will review documentation, develop accommodation recommendations, and communicate approved accommodations to students, while maintaining confidential

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in education, social work, psychology, counseling, disability services, higher education administration, or closely related field
• Experience in student services, disability support, academic advising, or related area
• Knowledge of ADA/Section 504 compliance and FERPA
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Experience collaborating with faculty and administrative units

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for students requesting disability-related accommodations and manage intake
• Review disability documentation and guide interactive process per policies and laws
• Develop accommodation recommendations for review by the appropriate decision-maker
• Communicate approved accommodations clearly and guide implementation and self-advocacy
• Coordinate with faculty and program operations to ensure accurate accommodations delivery
• Maintain confidential records compliant with ADA, FERPA, and institutional standards
• Support creation of student-facing resources and website content updates
• Participate in committees and campus initiatives on accessibility and inclusion
• Deliver academic advising aligned with program standards and policies

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Discretion/confidentiality

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, social work, psychology, counseling, disability services, or related field

Tools

Case management systems

Student information systems

Job description

Kansas City University is seeking a Disability Services and Advising Coordinator to support students with disabilities through intake, accommodation coordination, and advising. This role collaborates across academic and administrative units to promote equitable access and compliance within a graduate-health education environment.

The coordinator will review documentation, develop accommodation recommendations, and communicate approved accommodations to students, while maintaining confidential