Primary Position Objective

Plans, organizes, and implements the Center Disability program.

Brief Description of Duties

Participates in student performance evaluation panels, education meetings or other student-staff-oriented functions.
Conducts workshops to assist instructors for classroom remediation
Meets with the Academic Training Manager, and Academic Instructors to discuss new trends, techniques, and problems with the learning gains.
Makes recommendations to supervisor on improvements in their subject areas.
Oversee the accommodation process by reviewing job corps applicant files for possible health, mental health, physical, drug and alcohol or education accommodations.
Identify if accommodations are needed and reasonable ensuring the process is thorough and appropriate.
Conducts an assessment of disabled student's CTT and recreational offerings and evaluates effectiveness of program to meet the needs of disabled students.
Set up and accurately maintain accommodation files. Monitor, track and follow up on the effectiveness of accommodations.
Provides alternative methods for test administration.
Respond to special requests from all departments.
Meet with all new students to discuss the Disability program.
Ensure that the student handbook has information on the Disability program.
Conduct training for all staff at least annually.
Motivate and counsel students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems or study habits, as well as assists disabled students in handling special problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Excel.
Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.
Knowledge of testing practices for students.
Knowledge of counseling students with disabilities.
High level of communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
High level of patience and compassion for students.

Experience

One-year related experience and one-year experience working with youth.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

Benefits Offered

Paid Short Term / Long Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance.
Health care insurance available (medical, dental, vision, critical illness, accident, HSA, and FSA)
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Counseling Service Programs Available

Disclaimers

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Disability Coordinator