Student Access & Disability Services Coordinator

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Access Coordinator within Disability and Access on the Main Campus. The role conducts intake and drop-in appointments to determine reasonable accommodations and supports faculty and staff in implementing approved accommodations.

You will work with students, families, and campus partners, prepare presentations, and contribute to accessibility initiatives, housing, notetaking, and services while maintaining confidential records in compliance with FERPA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social science, behavioral science, or related field.
• Three years of experience administering student programs.
• Experience reviewing psycho-educational reports and ADA/504 guidance.
• Experience counseling students with disabilities.
• Experience with crisis management and counseling.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and drop-in appointments with students and families; maintain a caseload of ~350 students; determine reasonable accommodations and support faculty and staff.
• Review disability-related documentation to determine eligibility and accommodations under 504/ADA/ADAAA.
• Meet with students for problem solving and information dissemination per D&A policies.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external agencies to plan accommodations.
• Support accessibility programs and initiatives including housing, notetaking, and services.
• Prepare and deliver presentations on disability and accessibility to students and staff.
• Serve on D&A teams; contribute to data collection and assessment goals.
• Assist with general office functions and special projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks an Access Coordinator within Disability and Access on the Main Campus. The role conducts intake and drop-in appointments to determine reasonable accommodations and supports faculty and staff in implementing approved accommodations.

You will work with students, families, and campus partners, prepare presentations, and contribute to accessibility initiatives, housing, notetaking, and services while maintaining confidential records in compliance with FERPA