University of California, Berkeley
Disability Specialist 3 (4556U), Disabled Students Program - 73099
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Disability Specialist 3 (4556U), Disabled Students Program - 73099
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
The Disabled Students' Program promotes an inclusive environment for students with disabilities. We equip disabled students with appropriate accommodations and services to achieve their individual academic goals. We are dedicated to supporting disabled students and collaborating with the campus community to remove barriers to educational access and embrace the University's values of equity and inclusion.
This position involves managing a caseload, reviewing medical documentation, conducting intakes, and determining accommodations for students with disabilities in accordance with federal and state law to assure their access to the UC Berkeley academic and campus environment. The Disability Specialist works in an interdisciplinary team to provide coordination of academic services to students with disabilities. Disability Specialists communicate with students, staff, and faculty to ensure the successful implementation of needed accommodations and to promote the development and maintenance of an inclusive environment at UC Berkeley.
Responsibilities
Caseload Management:Specializes in working with students with disabilities in an academic environment.Determines eligibility and accommodations required for individual students with disabilities with varying degrees of functional limitations. Consults closely with Supervisor regarding complex accommodation needs.Verifies documentation of students with these disabilities provided by physicians or other appropriate professionals to determine eligibility for disability services.Conducts individual assessment to determine appropriate academic accommodations, auxiliary services, and supplemental support services to ensure academic success, retention, and graduation. Requires regular oversight and consultation with Lead Disability Specialist for accommodations decisions.Ensures timeliness of applicant review, eligibility determination, and review of requests for letters of accommodations and auxiliary services.Works as an interdisciplinary team member to ensure required accommodations are efficiently and effectively provided.
Faculty Coordination and Communication:Communicates student accommodation needs to faculty.Coordinates and negotiates with faculty to ensure students receive accommodations in a timely and effective manner including discussing the basic course requirements and any concerns regarding the reasonableness of accommodations in a specific setting.
Outreach and Consultation:Conducts outreach and consultation to other campus entities regarding disability and disability access.Serves as a resource to faculty, staff, departments and campus community on disability issues.Develops working relationships with multiple campus departments, may be called upon to visit departments to share overview of DSP resources.
Referrals:Refers students to other supportive services such as Career Center and CAPS and coordinates referrals.
Ongoing Professional Development:Responsible for ongoing professional development and participation in professional organizations.Other duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsKnowledge of the legal framework involving accommodations for students with disabilities through state and federal laws and regulations.Thorough knowledge of procedures for assessing and determining disability accommodation issues.Knowledge of assessment, accommodation, and intervention techniques for students with disabilities.Organizational and planning skills that can be generalized to caseload management.Some experience utilizing documentation to make evidence-based accommodations decisions.Excellent interpersonal skills required to work effectively with students with disabilities.Excellent oral and written communications skills needed to work with faculty and other campus entities regarding a student's accommodations and other academic needs.Advanced computer knowledge, proficiency, and skills.Must be able to function in both a Mac and PC environment and be comfortable working with various software programs and database systems.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Education/Training:Advanced degree required in Special Education, Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or combination of an advanced degree and/or related experience/training.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working with college students with disabilities preferred.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's
Compensation & Benefits
website.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $72,600.00 - $80,000.00. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.This is a full-time, Career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.Position is 40% remote-friendly, offering flexibility to work remotely within the United States; however, the work arrangement is subject to change based on the evolving needs of the business. Employees may be required to work on-site as necessary to meet operational demands or other business requirements.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies.
Other Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
poster.
The
University of California's Affirmative action policy
.
The
University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy
.
To apply, visit
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=73099&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=21&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant
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About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.
We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.
Departmental Overview
The Disabled Students' Program promotes an inclusive environment for students with disabilities. We equip disabled students with appropriate accommodations and services to achieve their individual academic goals. We are dedicated to supporting disabled students and collaborating with the campus community to remove barriers to educational access and embrace the University's values of equity and inclusion.
This position involves managing a caseload, reviewing medical documentation, conducting intakes, and determining accommodations for students with disabilities in accordance with federal and state law to assure their access to the UC Berkeley academic and campus environment. The Disability Specialist works in an interdisciplinary team to provide coordination of academic services to students with disabilities. Disability Specialists communicate with students, staff, and faculty to ensure the successful implementation of needed accommodations and to promote the development and maintenance of an inclusive environment at UC Berkeley.
Responsibilities
Caseload Management:Specializes in working with students with disabilities in an academic environment.Determines eligibility and accommodations required for individual students with disabilities with varying degrees of functional limitations. Consults closely with Supervisor regarding complex accommodation needs.Verifies documentation of students with these disabilities provided by physicians or other appropriate professionals to determine eligibility for disability services.Conducts individual assessment to determine appropriate academic accommodations, auxiliary services, and supplemental support services to ensure academic success, retention, and graduation. Requires regular oversight and consultation with Lead Disability Specialist for accommodations decisions.Ensures timeliness of applicant review, eligibility determination, and review of requests for letters of accommodations and auxiliary services.Works as an interdisciplinary team member to ensure required accommodations are efficiently and effectively provided.
Faculty Coordination and Communication:Communicates student accommodation needs to faculty.Coordinates and negotiates with faculty to ensure students receive accommodations in a timely and effective manner including discussing the basic course requirements and any concerns regarding the reasonableness of accommodations in a specific setting.
Outreach and Consultation:Conducts outreach and consultation to other campus entities regarding disability and disability access.Serves as a resource to faculty, staff, departments and campus community on disability issues.Develops working relationships with multiple campus departments, may be called upon to visit departments to share overview of DSP resources.
Referrals:Refers students to other supportive services such as Career Center and CAPS and coordinates referrals.
Ongoing Professional Development:Responsible for ongoing professional development and participation in professional organizations.Other duties as assigned.
Required QualificationsKnowledge of the legal framework involving accommodations for students with disabilities through state and federal laws and regulations.Thorough knowledge of procedures for assessing and determining disability accommodation issues.Knowledge of assessment, accommodation, and intervention techniques for students with disabilities.Organizational and planning skills that can be generalized to caseload management.Some experience utilizing documentation to make evidence-based accommodations decisions.Excellent interpersonal skills required to work effectively with students with disabilities.Excellent oral and written communications skills needed to work with faculty and other campus entities regarding a student's accommodations and other academic needs.Advanced computer knowledge, proficiency, and skills.Must be able to function in both a Mac and PC environment and be comfortable working with various software programs and database systems.Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Education/Training:Advanced degree required in Special Education, Education, Rehabilitation Counseling, or combination of an advanced degree and/or related experience/training.
Preferred QualificationsExperience working with college students with disabilities preferred.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's
Compensation & Benefits
website.
The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $72,600.00 - $80,000.00. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.This is a full-time, Career position that is eligible for full UC benefits.Position is 40% remote-friendly, offering flexibility to work remotely within the United States; however, the work arrangement is subject to change based on the evolving needs of the business. Employees may be required to work on-site as necessary to meet operational demands or other business requirements.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.
Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
Mandated Reporter
This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies.
Other Information
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
poster.
The
University of California's Affirmative action policy
.
The
University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy
.
To apply, visit
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psc/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&JobOpeningId=73099&PostingSeq=1&SiteId=21&languageCd=ENG&FOCUS=Applicant
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