Student Accessibility & Disability Services Advisor

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Disability Services Advisor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater supports students with disabilities by coordinating accommodations, conducting intakes, and ensuring equal access to programs and activities. This full-time 9-month role involves direct student services, collaboration with faculty, and proactive advocacy within a dynamic campus environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing documentation, facilitating accommodations, and participating in training for staff on disability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Two or more years of direct experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Master’s degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (preferred).
• Working knowledge of federal and state laws regarding disability rights.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake appointments leading to a service eligibility determination and recommendations for reasonable accommodations as appropriate.
• Assist students in understanding their legal rights and responsibilities.
• Promote student self-reliance and the development of appropriate self-advocacy skills.
• Interpret psycho-educational/psychological assessment data and translate to accommodations plans.
• Communicate with faculty, staff, and students with disabilities on access and accommodation issues.
• Develop new methods for resolving complex disability-related accommodation issues.
• Communicate with parents/guardians respectfully to support student independence.
• Maintain confidentiality under FERPA.
• Create, organize, and maintain up-to-date electronic records.
• Stay informed about legislation affecting access for individuals with disabilities.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Support all student identities within the Division of Student Affairs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Administrative duties: participate in program development and division projects.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Master's degree in Education, Vocational Rehab, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Job description

The Disability Services Advisor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater supports students with disabilities by coordinating accommodations, conducting intakes, and ensuring equal access to programs and activities. This full-time 9-month role involves direct student services, collaboration with faculty, and proactive advocacy within a dynamic campus environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing documentation, facilitating accommodations, and participating in training for staff on disability