Accommodations Support Advocate - Temporary

Title: Accommodations Support Advocate - Temporary

Employee Classification: Clerical & Secretarial

Institution: Roane State Community College

Department: Dean of Students

Campus Location: Roane State Community College

Job Summary

The Dean of Students Office is hiring a part time Accommodations Support Advocate (28 hours per week) who is responsible for developing accommodation plans for students with disabilities as well as providing support for those students when they are experiencing barriers to their success.

Job Duties

• To develop and provide accommodation plans, this individual will: • Communicate with prospective students and their families about the process for requesting accommodations; • Assess student accommodation requests; • Engage students in an interactive process to develop accommodation plans; • Determine appropriate accommodations through review of documentation from medical, psychological, and educational professionals and the utilization of professional judgment; • Collaborate with faculty and staff on best practices related to accessibility and disability support. • Assist with accommodation testing at the Oak Ridge campus. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, education, or a related field from an accredited college or university required.
• Experience providing accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide support to individuals experiencing difficult situations.

Documents required: unofficial transcripts, curriculum vita or resume, cover letter and three professional references.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of legal issues and relevant state and federal laws related to higher education and student affairs administration (including FERPA, ADA, Clery, and Title IX).
• Ability to work independently, take personal initiative, and work within a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in collaboration with others in the development and delivery of programs across multiple areas.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills are required. Must be able to write concisely and professionally.