Position Overview
Disability Specialists work one-on-one to provide support to students with disabilities as they navigate the transition to college and the independence of being a college student. In this role, Disability Specialists review documentation and make individualized determinations of reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities. Butler University’s SDS Office is unique in that Disability Specialists are also available to provide support to students regarding the myriads of ways their disability may impact them throughout their time as a Butler student. Several primary functions of this position include individualized student support, development and presentation of disability-awareness programming across campus, and close collaboration with faculty and other campus partners.
Note: Please submit a cover letter with your application that highlights how your skills and experiences have prepared you to work with students with disabilities on the college level, what draws you to this position, and what you would need to learn to be successful in this role.
Responsibilities
Disability Specialists work one-on-one to provide support to students with disabilities as they navigate the transition to college and the independence of being a college student. In this role, Disability Specialists review documentation and make individualized determinations of reasonable accommodation for students with disabilities. Butler University’s SDS Office is unique in that Disability Specialists are also available to provide support to students regarding the myriads of ways their disability may impact them throughout their time as a Butler student. Several primary functions of this position include individualized student support, development and presentation of disability-awareness programming across campus, and close collaboration with faculty and other campus partners.
Note: Please submit a cover letter with your application that highlights how your skills and experiences have prepared you to work with students with disabilities on the college level, what draws you to this position, and what you would need to learn to be successful in this role.
Responsibilities
- Interpret disability-related documentation and lead intake meetings with families and students to determine and implement reasonable accommodations