ADA Coordinator

The Counseling Center at Chicago State University seeks an ADA Coordinator of Disabled Student Services for an Administrative position to begin November 30, 2009.

Develop and implement policies and services so that all university services and programs are accessible to students with disabilities.

Help students with disabilities via accommodations to successfully negotiate classes, facilities and programs.

The Coordinator will effectively collaborate with every academic department and administrative unit within the university to assure that programs and facilities meet the requirements of the Rehab Act of 1973 (Sections 503, 504 and 508) and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

A master’s degree in psychology, special education, rehabilitation counseling, or related field and a minimum of three years experience in higher education disability services.
• Strong planning, organizational, and administrative skills
• Experience working with students with physical, mental health, and learning disabilities
• Experience working with students with disabilities in a postsecondary setting
• Proven teaching and tutoring skills
• Program development for high risk students
• Knowledge of adaptive technology and alternative medicine
• Strong interpersonal skills in a team setting and on an individual basis
• Interpret and administer appropriate requests for accommodations

Application Process:

Send a letter of application, current vita or resume and three current letters of reference from professionals who know your work well to:

Dr. Michael Edwards, Director, Counseling Center
Chicago State University
9501 S. King Drive, SUB 190
Chicago, Illinois 60628.

Completed applications must be submitted by October 26, 2009. Search process begins October 14, 2009.