Consultant Workplace Access Extended Temporary

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Consultant, Workplace Access (Extended Temporary)
The candidate will be responsible for: Engages in the interactive process with employees and supervisors to assess the disability-related barrier in the work environment and develop a plan for the implementation of effective modifications or provision and coordination of reasonable accommodation. Reviews relevant documentation to determine eligibility for accommodations, maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Consults with the Assistant Director, Workplace Access, to determine appropriate modifications or accommodations when necessary. Prepares professional correspondence to employees and supervisors regarding the determination of eligibility and appropriate accommodations. Provides information and referral to employees with disabilities. Provides consultation to departments and supervisors on access and Universal Design. Assures the collection of appropriate data to support service delivery and assessment; prepares periodic activity reports. Provides training to staff and faculty on reasonable accommodation and disability in the workplace. Serves as liaison to Human Resources, Risk Management and other University units in regard to disability and the workplace environment. Works actively to develop and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with all DRC staff members to ensure effective service delivery, support and collaboration. Documents and maintains appropriate and accurate records in electronic and hard files. Maintains appropriate confidentiality in verbal and written communications. Participates in University committees and other work groups. Stays abreast of national, state, and local disability-related issues, as well as Disability Studies scholarship, disability activism, art, and culture. Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required. Should have 5+ years of relevant work experience. Experience working in the area of disability and access issues required. Should have experience working within federal and state laws regarding access for people with disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Must have experience interpreting and applying the Americans with Disabilities Act and other access or equity related laws/policies. Master’s, Doctorate, or JD degree in a field related to disability, employment, law, human services, or related field preferred. Experience working in areas of Disability Studies, models of disability, and Universal Design desired. Experience working on disability access issues or institutional equity at a post-secondary institution preferred.

Expected End Date : 6/30/2021.

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