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Disability Advising and Advocacy Leader

2 months ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

The Director of Disability Advising, Education and Advocacy serves as a key leader in the Weingarten Center, overseeing staff supervision, student advising, and faculty and community engagement. This role requires a strong understanding of disability law and its application in higher education.

Key Responsibilities
  • Disability Advising: Review medical documentation, participate in the interactive process with students to determine reasonable accommodations, and manage records on student progress.
  • Administrative/Leadership Responsibilities: Gather data, create reports, participate in department meetings, and oversee the Disability Services' budgets.
  • Faculty and Staff Consultancy Role: Collaborate with faculty and staff to address inquiries and explain their roles in the accommodation process.
  • Liaison with Campus Partners: Interact with designated liaisons in each school to ensure disability issues are addressed in accordance with established protocol and curricular goals.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Master's degree in special education, counseling, or student affairs preferred.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary range: $61,000 - $105,000 per year.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, life, and flexible spending accounts.
  • Tuition assistance for employees and their families.
  • Generous retirement plans.
  • Time away from work for relaxation, vacations, and personal needs.
  • Long-term care insurance.
  • Wellness and work-life resources.
  • Professional and personal development opportunities.
  • Access to University resources and cultural activities.
  • Discounts and special services.
  • Flexible work hours.
  • Penn Home Ownership Services.
  • Adoption assistance.