Disability Services Manager jobs in Kennewick, WA

Disability Services Manager oversees an organization's disability related programs. Ensures compliance with all government regulations, including ADA and FMLA, and ensures that program objectives are in line with the overall goals of the organization. Being a Disability Services Manager seeks to minimize financial costs by facilitating return to work for disabled employees. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Additionally, Disability Services Manager typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Disability Services Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Disability Services Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Disability Support Services Specialist
  • Whitman College
  • WALLA WALLA, WA FULL_TIME
  • WHITMAN COLLEGE

    Located in the historic community of Walla Walla, Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe.  With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.  

     

    Whitman College is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).


    POSITION PURPOSE

    Under the supervision and guidance of the Director of Academic Support Services, the Disability Support Services (DSS) Specialist will advise, counsel, and help students with disabilities become more effective learners with respect for all of the challenges they bring. The DSS Specialist provides a warm, welcoming on-campus presence to students seeking support for new and continuing accommodations.    


    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

    • Meet with current students seeking accommodations, working with them through the process of applying or renewing or modifying accommodation requests, including intake meetings, acquiring and evaluating documentation, identifying and implementing accommodations as appropriate, and providing assistive technology support.   
    • Meet with prospective students and families, assisting with arrangement of disability support services for incoming and returning students, evaluating documentation, identifying and implementing accommodations as appropriate, and providing assistive technology support.
    • Serve as an on-campus presence and resource, and also be available virtually as needed by students. 
    • In collaboration with the Assistant Director of DSS, coordinate acquisition and accuracy of alternative format texts, and work with students and faculty to ensure all alternative texts are in a readable and/or audible format for the student.
    • In collaboration with the Assistant Director of DSS, coordinate, maintain, and troubleshoot the inventory of assistive technology available for students with disabilities, including training students with disabilities on how to use specific equipment. Stay abreast of emerging technology for potential acquisition.
    • Collaborate with campus stakeholders to ensure accessibility of programs and services for students.  
    • Provide individualized academic coaching and mentoring for students with disabilities (with an emphasis on first-year students).
    • Adhere to Whitman DSS protocols for obtaining and uploading documentation to support accommodations and for recording notes about the interactive process with students in the Accommodate system.
    • Serve as a trusted resource for faculty, staff, and students who have questions about student accommodations.
    • Participate in planning and presenting faculty and staff professional development about disabilities and disability student services.  
    • Provide support to the Testing & Tutoring Coordinator for accommodated testing, including advising as needed about the proper application of accommodations, the academic integrity of testing, and communication with faculty and students. 
    • Perform other tasks as requested by the Director of Academic Support Services. 


    REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

    Individuals must be able to explain and/or demonstrate that they possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically,


    • An understanding of and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
    • Experience working with students with disabilities.
    • Knowledge and understanding of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA and other pertinent federal and state laws that provide for an accessible higher education experience for disabled students.
    • Commitment to cultivating a culture of equity, inclusion, belonging, and opportunity that respects the individual strengths, views, and experiences of students and colleagues.
    • Experience with, or strong interest in, working with neurodiverse students.
    • Knowledge of reading disability documentation and coordinating appropriate accommodations.
    • Knowledge of assistive technology and alternative format textbooks.
    • Excellent listening and communication skills.
    • Ability to work well as part of a team.
    • Ability to interact constructively and positively with faculty and with staff in other offices across the campus (such as the Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Housing & Residence Life, Library, Student Health Center, and Technology Services). 


    PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

    • Experience working with people with concussions.
    • Familiarity with UDL (Universal Design for Learning).
    • Background in mental health support.


    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    • A Bachelor’s degree in a field relating to higher education, counseling, student personnel, or related field.  
    • Experience supporting and mentoring diverse college students in an educational setting, preferably a rigorous academic environment at the college/university level.  
    • Experience providing direct academic support and advising services to students with disabilities and students from diverse backgrounds.


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    • A Master’s degree in a field relating to higher education, counseling, student personnel, or related experience.  


    Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered at the discretion of the College.


    Please note that while the description details both required and preferred qualifications, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications and have passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply.


    BENEFITS 

    Whitman College offers a competitive benefits program that is designed to attract qualified candidates and retain talented employees. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:


    Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.

    Basic lifeaccidental death and dismemberment and long term disability insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.

    403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.

    Paid Time Off: 20 accrued vacation days12 accrued sick days13 paid holidays.

    Tuition Remission – Dependent Children

    Employee tuition waiver for one Whitman course per semester.

    Employee Assistance Program


    Learn more about benefits eligibility here


    DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR JOB CANDIDATES

    Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.


    APPLICATION REVIEW

    Application review will begin March 21, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. 


    START DATE

    April 2024

  • 13 Days Ago

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Flatbed CDL Driver, Regional Route
  • Disability Solutions
  • Walla Walla, WA FULL_TIME
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Manager Emergency Services RN
  • Providence
  • Walla Walla, WA FULL_TIME
  • Description Providence is offering a $15,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates with at least 12 months of hospital acute care experience who meet all conditions for payment - this is in ad...
  • 7 Months Ago

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Homelessness Services Case Manager
  • Blue Mountain Action Council
  • Walla Walla, WA FULL_TIME
  • POSITION TITLE: Homelessness Services Case Manager DEPARTMENT: Homelessness Services REPORTS TO: Director of Homelessness Services SUPERVISES: N/A POSITION TYPE: Full-time, nonexempt SCHEDULE: Up to 4...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Nurse Manager - Surgical Services
  • Providence
  • Walla Walla, WA OTHER
  • DescriptionManager Surgical Services - Providence St. Mary Medical Center, Walla Walla, WAThis position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the operating rooms and cardiac surgical unit. En...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Perioperative Services Nurse Manager
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • John Day, OR FULL_TIME
  • A fantastic hospital in Eastern Oregon is looking for an experienced, skilled RN Manager Perioperative Services to join their team! This medical center is in a gorgeous location, and will provide an i...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Oncology Nurse Navigator/ Full Time / Days
  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • The Oncology Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, educator, and counselor for Oncolog...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales and Marketing Manager
  • InsuraTec Services Group
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Sales and Marketing Manager Location: Remote About InsuraTec Services Group: InsuraTec Services Group is a leading provi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Associate - Chico's
  • Chico's FAS, Inc.
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Join our chic team, dedicated to a styling and social experience that inspires women to express their individuality. POS...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CT Technologist
  • Inland Imaging
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Base Pay Range: $30.59 - $45.89 Job Description: The CT Technologist is a Supplemental position working various days and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Veteran Service Officer
  • Benton County, WA
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Salary: $4,698.00 - $6,098.00 Monthly Location : Kennewick, WA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2024-00083 Department: Hu...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Case Manager (Outpatient)
  • Lutheran Community Services Northwest
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Our Mission: Lutheran Community Services Northwest partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Nursing (DON/RN)
  • NaphCare
  • Kennewick, WA
  • Have you ever wanted to work somewhere where you can fully use all the skills you learned and see different types of pat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN/Medical Assistant Certified- deBit Pediatrics
  • Trios Health
  • Kennewick, WA
  • This position provides technical nursing care for assigned patients in the office setting. Follows established standards...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kennewick (/ˈkɛnəwɪk/) is a city in Benton County in the southeastern part of the State of Washington, along the southwest bank of the Columbia River, just southeast of the confluence of the Columbia and Yakima rivers and across from the confluence of the Columbia and the Snake River. It is the most populous of the three cities collectively referred to as the Tri-Cities (the others being Pasco across the Columbia and Richland across the Yakima). The population was 73,917 at the 2010 census. July 1, 2017 estimates from the Census Bureau put the city's population at 81,607. The nearest commercia...
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