Workplace Accommodation Specialist - Accessibility Services - Emory University

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Description:

As part of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, serves as an interactive member of the Department of Accessibility Services to review supporting documentation and requests for accommodations from employees for quality, continuity, consistency and accuracy.

 

Orients, supports and provides guidance to employees and those in their support system(s) about the disability accommodations process, and appropriate use of accommodations.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews and determines eligibility for accommodation from all Emory constituents by working directly with employees to gather additional information; provides information about the request process and orientation to processes and procedures associated with registration.
• Attends and collaborates in weekly intake review team meetings to achieve a thorough review of difficult or complex requests for accommodation and/or works to identify efficiencies and/or solutions to accommodate related concerns.
• Routinely monitors fluctuating workloads to ensure appropriate priority and timely delivery of services.
• Collaborates with academic departments to ensure provision of appropriate resources for employees participating in field placements, internships, co-ops, distance learning programs, etc.
• Attends and participates in department, division, and university wide professional development opportunities.
• Participates in professional development to gain additional understanding of the University's obligations associated with compliance and emerging solutions for equitable access.
• Collaborates with campus partners to support access for individuals with disabilities to university course materials, programs, and services.
• Ensures staff participation at virtual and in person recruiting fairs for prospective and current Emory constituents.
• Facilitates workshops for faculty, and staff.
• In consultation with the Associate Director, serves on university, divisional and departmental committees.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, Social Work, Higher Education or a related field and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating documentation in a higher education or employment environment.
• Experience interpreting federal laws and regulations governing the provision of services to persons with disabilities including the ADA and Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
• Experience with Accommodate software or other disability accommodation tracking software and/or PeopleSoft.
• Ability to apply concepts and analyze relevant data and solve practical problems while managing a variety of concrete variables.
• Working knowledge in learning theory, assessment, instructional design, and Universal design concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to review and interpret psycho-educational evaluations and other forms of supporting medical or clinical documentation provided to accompany requests for accommodation.
• This can be demonstrated through coursework, work experience or a combination of both.
• Demonstrated record of advancing diversity, equity and inclusion.

NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture:

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.