Job Summary: Under the general direction of the Director of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), the incumbent evaluates eligibility and determines appropriate academic accommodations for enrolled students with physical, perceptual, learning and psychological differences. Responsibilities also involve assisting faculty, staff, and administrators with information regarding appropriate implementation of mandated academic accommodations and working collaboratively with across campus to offer resources and systems of support for SSD students.
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Counseling/Advising:
Through an interactive process and study of medical and educational documents to supplement the students’ presentation, the incumbent will create student accommodations plans, conducts routine follow ups, assess needs, and maintains records of encounters. Under general direction, the incumbent authorizes accommodations on a case-by-case basis that are commensurate with the student’s verified disability through the following measures:
Assess for the presence and severity of visual, physical and other disabilities that may affect academic achievement (permanent and temporary).
Interview and assesses students’ accommodation needs through an interactive process and a thorough review of other pertinent information that may be of a sensitive or confidential nature. Solicit medical/psychiatric/educational documents when necessary to elucidate the diagnosis(es) to inform appropriate accommodation decisions.
Troubleshoot functional limitations by identifying the problems, think them through, evaluate them realistically, deal with their aptitudes and abilities as related to their particular needs and circumstances, select suitable goals, and implement corrective measures to alleviate skills deficiencies that have a persistent untoward effect on academic achievement.
Document the results and disposition in the database. Contribute to innovation in counseling services by working with department staff and other campus professionals to design student success programs and services. Provide counselor coverage as necessary to maintain SSD operational needs. Determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; Interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; Carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Case Coordination:
Routinely identifies by grade point average, length of time to degree and International Classification of Diseases (ICD-9) codes, students that are at high risk for academic failure to develop innovative accommodation plans and identify resources that will better meet their needs. Consults with the Chancellor’s Office and various government agencies relating to disability legislation such as the Office Civil Rights (OCR), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Hotline regarding accessibility and accommodation challenges on assigned caseload. Collaborates with SSD staff and on- and off- campus departments to meet student resource needs. Coordinates students’ requests for Personal Care Attendants (PCA) with on campus departments and off campus agencies and provides referrals for students as solicited. Works with the SSD Accommodations Support Coordinator to ensure that class aides are in place expeditiously. Assists students requesting accommodation services to include notetaking and Smartpen services, exam accommodation services, mobility services, assistive technology and accessible furniture, labs and classrooms. Serves as an advocate for the student with CSUSB and with outside service agencies. Orients students to campus evacuation procedures and provides class schedules to risk management and University Police Department (UPD) for all students that cannot self-evacuate in a campus emergency.
Collaboration:
Promotes disability awareness among faculty and staff through in-service trainings. Provides guidance on physical and visual disability-related legislation to CSUSB staff and faculty. Assists in the development and implementation of special programs focusing on student access and retention. Consults with colleagues at post-secondary education institutions and at workshops. Assists with the supervision of graduate-level interns. Develops and maintains close working relationships with disabled student counseling personnel in feeder high schools, local community colleges, and community resource agencies to aid in student transition. Serves on department, university-wide and community committees.
Vocational:
Introduces appropriate students on caseload to the WorkAbility IV program (WA-IV) and refers them to the Program Administrative Coordinator (PAC). Provides WA-IV students on caseload with disability-related employment information and employment preparation regarding how/when to disclose one’s disability to an employer, self-disclosure, how to request legal accommodations for the interview and hiring process and to ensure that accommodations are implemented in a timely manner. Participates in WA-IV activities as requested.
Diversity and Ethics:
Attends diversity and ethics trainings and demonstrates sensitivity to the diverse socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, disability and sexual orientation of students.
Other classification related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Required Education and Experience - Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related.
- Experience: 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.
Required Qualifications - Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior. General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned; general knowledge of individual counseling techniques; general knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge, of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned. Working knowledge of student services programs outside the
program to which immediately assigned. - Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action; advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters; determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature; interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action; carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions; and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Preferred Qualifications - Have experience with ADA, section 504, and working with Students with Disabilities
- Ability to keep up with a fast-paced, environments with diverse personalities and job responsibilities within the office
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Range: $5,276 - $5,399 per month
Classification Salary Range: $5,276 - $7,517 per month
The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .
Position Information: Work status: Full-time/Exempt/Probationary
Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.
Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.
The application deadline is August 23, 2024
As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
California State University, San Bernardino in not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).
Conditions of Employment Background Check Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU 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 CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Drivers License Check Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program which confirms possession of a valid driver's license and reflects driving record.
Mandated Reporter 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.
Campus Security Authority This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.
I-9 CSUSB hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. See Form I-9 Acceptable Documents at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .
Statement of Commitment to Diversity In our commitment to the furthering of knowledge and fulfilling our educational mission, California State University, San Bernardino seeks a campus climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the entire variety of human experience. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and we seek to include knowledge and values from many cultures in the curriculum and extra-curricular life of the campus community. We will create, promote, and maintain activities and programs that further our understanding of individual and group diversity. We will also develop and communicate policies and promote values that discourage intolerance and discrimination.
California State University, San Bernardino is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and administer all personnel actions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, caste, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096) For more information about Diversity & Inclusion at CSUSB, please visit https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/diversity-inclusion
Closing Statement: Reasonable Accommodation We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact CSUSB Benefits at benefits@csusb.edu.
Smoking CSUSB is a smoke and tobacco-free campus. See policy at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/6591951/latest/ .
Clery Act In compliance with state and federal crime awareness and campus security legislation, including The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, California Education Code section 67380, and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), the Cal State San Bernardino Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at: https://www.csusb.edu/clery-act
Advertised: Aug 09 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Aug 23 2024 Pacific Daylight Time
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California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is a preeminent center of intellectual and cultural activity in Inland Southern California. Opened in 1965 and set at the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains, the university serves more than 20,000 students each year and graduates about 4,000 students annually. CSUSB reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has the most diverse student population of any university in the Inland Empire, and it has the second highest African American and Hispanic enrollments of all public universities in California. Seventy percent of those who graduate are the first in their families to do so.
