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Accommodations Counselor (Student Services Professional III)

Opt For Healthy Living, San Diego, California, United States, 92189


Accommodations Counselor (Student Services Professional III)

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543269 Work type:

Staff Location:

San Diego Categories:

Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Position Summary Are you committed to ensuring equal access to educational resources for students with disabilities? Do you excel in managing a diverse caseload and providing exceptional support? As the Accommodations Counselor, you will be the primary point of contact for students with various disabilities, reviewing documentation, authorizing accommodations, and serving as a key resource for students, faculty, and staff. You will work independently on complex cases, with support from the Lead Counselor and other professional staff as needed. Key Responsibilities: Accommodation Management:

Review disability documentation and assess the need for accommodations. Support & Guidance:

Serve as an information resource on disabilities, legislation, and best practices for students, faculty, and staff. Case Management:

Independently handle cases of varying complexity, consulting with supervisors and professional staff when necessary. Compliance:

Act as a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act, adhering to CSU Executive Order 1083. Education and Experience Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related. Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience. One year in the program area to which assigned may be preferred but is not required. A Master’s degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work, or a directly related field may be substituted for one year of experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling or guidance may be substituted for the three years of experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional career or personal counseling. Key Qualifications Strong understanding of disability laws and regulations, including federal and state legislation related to accessibility and privacy. Ability to interpret medical and psycho-educational documentation in order to determine eligibility for disability accommodation. Fluency in using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and database management systems. Working knowledge of assistive technology hardware and software, as well as standard computer hardware and software. General knowledge, acquired through a combination of education and experience, of the principles, practices and procedures related to disability services delivery in institutions of higher education is preferred. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $

5,276

per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources. San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here. CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,276 - $7,517 per month. Supplemental Information Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on October 29, 2024.

To receive full consideration, apply by October 28, 2024 . The position will remain open until filled. The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position. SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here. SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Eurick Hilario at echilario@sdsu.edu.

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