Job Summary
How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan-Flint seeks a dedicated part-time Disability Services Support Coach to join our Office of Disability and Accessibility Support Services team. This position is focused on providing individualized support to students with disabilities, with a specific focus on neurodivergence, to enhance their academic skills and facilitate their navigation of the campus environment. The Disability Services Coach will collaborate with students, faculty, and staff to promote an inclusive and accessible learning atmosphere where all students can succeed.
This position reports to the Assistant Director of Disability Services.
This is a part-time 20 hours per week with an annual salary of $20,750 to $26,000.
Responsibilities*
- Provide one-on-one supportive coaching to students with disabilities to help them develop and refine their academic skills, including time management, study strategies, organization, and note-taking.
- Assist students in understanding their accommodations and how to utilize them effectively in both classroom and testing environments.
- Help students navigate and access campus resources such as tutoring centers, writing support, counseling services, and assistive technology labs.
- Develop and facilitate workshops, presentations, and educational materials for the campus community on disability-related topics.
- Maintain confidential records of student interactions and progress, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- Serve as a liaison between students with disabilities and university staff to resolve issues relating to accessibility and accommodation implementation.
- Remain current with best practices in disability services and higher education through professional development opportunities.
- Assist with proctoring exams for students with accommodations when needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelors degree in a related field.
- Two or more years of relevant experience related to the job responsibilities.
Why Work at U-M Flint?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service, with immediate vesting.
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance.
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier.
For tuition support information can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/hr/ benefits/
Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/ chancellor/leadership-mission- vision/
University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/.
The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.
Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.
Modes of Work
Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
