Deadline: August 30, 2015. UW Hires website: Search for "Counseling Services Coordinator" at the HUB, Req # 123789.
This is a part-time position advising/ coordinating student programming at the UW D Center (The UW's Deaf and Disability Cultural Center). Please forward to anyone you think would be interested.
The D Center Advisor will support D Center operations and staff while collaborating with other D Center workers and affiliates to develop and fulfill the mission of the Center. The D Center serves as an umbrella organization intended to support the growth and success of students and to enhance the visibility and engagement of disability experiences on campus. These diversity focused activities enhance the University’s cultural efforts and student leadership opportunities for Disabled and Deaf student populations. The D Center strives to create an inclusive, accessible space affirming of all bodies, minds and identities by fostering a culture of social justice and pride.
Req #:123789
Department:THE HUB - HUSKY UNION BUILDING
Job Location:Seattle Campus, Mary Gates Hall
Posting Date:08/18/2015
Closes On 08/30/2015
Salary: Salary and benefits are competitive. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Limited Recruitment:
Other
Limited Recruitment Other:on and off campus
Notes:As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here.
The Husky Union Building (The HUB) has an outstanding opportunity for a part-time 50% Counseling Services Coordinator.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate, advise, and assist D Center student staff with programming, administrative functions, daily operations, and budget management.
Coordinate and assist in the development and implementation of programs and services designed to enhance the intellectual and leadership development of students.
Collaborate with and serve as a liaison with other campus entities including but not limited to: Disability Resources for Students, Disability Studies, Deaf Studies, HUB Student Activities Office, ASUW, GPSS, and the Services and Activities Fee Committee.
Advise students with a student-centered approach to advocacy focusing on the D Center’s goal to empower students.
Ensure that D Center programs and operations are in compliance with applicable campus, federal, and state policies, rules, and regulations (e.g., personnel, budget, risk and liability, contracts). Ability to interpret and outline intent of policies and procedures to staff and volunteers.
Provide training and evaluation of student staff and leaders. Advise staff in program development and implementation including the use of services and facilities on campus.
Advise and serve as liaison with on- and off-campus programming entities and assist with preparation of programming contracts and agreements.
Coordinate and assist with promotions, outreach, and awareness.
Create a training curriculum for staff, volunteers, students and UW community members. Supervise volunteer activity coordination. Track volunteer hours.
Advise supervisors about trends, issues, and concerns related to the Disabled and Deaf student community.
Perform budget analysis and collect program data to evaluate programmatic impact.
Maintain and update historical records and files related programs and services.
Prepare reports and statistical data as required by the Services and Activities Fee Committee and Student Life.
Related/other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor’s degree is required.
Two to three years substantial and demonstrated experience working with the Disabled and Deaf community, preferably in a higher education setting.
A high commitment to and experience with coalition building, outreach, and advocacy around multiple marginalized communities.
Experience with helping students navigate large systems and the systemic issues that might result.
Demonstrated leadership in development of new programs. Interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
DESIRED:
Fluency in American Sign Language.
Knowledge of universal design and social model of disability.
Knowledge of assistive technologies for people 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.
Condition of Employment:
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check
Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Criminal Conviction History, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
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The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.