Disability Programs & Student Support Coordinator

Eckerd Connects; Denison (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Holidays

Retirement match

FSA

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

PTO Exchange

Job summary

Eckerd Connects seeks a Disability Coordinator for the Denison Job Corps site to plan and oversee the Center Disability Student program. You will manage cognitive-disability casework, coordinate accommodations, and partner with agencies to support student success.

You will train staff on learning support needs, perform vocational assessments, and help students access Voc Rehab and SSI during their first month in the program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelors degree in a related field preferred.
• State teaching certification or licensure in Special Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Disability Coordinator plans, organizes, and implements the Center Disability Student program.
• Manages casework for cognitive disabilities, including document collection and IDT team reviews.
• Trains staff on learning support/disabilities and ensures appropriate accommodations.
• Conducts initial screening, assesses needs, and coordinates living arrangements pre-arrival.
• Performs vocational assessments for students needing learning support.
• Develops contacts with state/community agencies representing the disabled and acts as liaison.
• Collaborates with Voc Rehab to ensure eligibility and SSI enrollment within the first month.
• Coordinates referrals to Health Services for speech therapy, evaluations, and follow-up.

Skills

Two to three years experience

Valid driver3s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelors degree in related field

State teaching certification/licensure in Special Education

Job description

Eckerd Connects seeks a Disability Coordinator for the Denison Job Corps site to plan and oversee the Center Disability Student program. You will manage cognitive-disability casework, coordinate accommodations, and partner with agencies to support student success.

You will train staff on learning support needs, perform vocational assessments, and help students access Voc Rehab and SSI during their first month in the program.