About the role#
This position supports students with disabilities by developing and coordinating programs that ensure full access to university life. You will help the university maintain compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Baltimore, Maryland.
What you'll do#
- Analyze and interpret diagnostic assessments to determine service eligibility.
- Develop and implement accommodation plans based on student interviews and documentation.
- Authorize and coordinate support services, including note-taking, testing accommodations, and assistive technology.
- Act as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff to implement support plans.
- Maintain confidential student files, including case notes and medical documentation.
- Assist students with admission, orientation, registration, and academic advisement.
- Advocate for individuals with disabilities and represent the department on campus committees.
- Compile newsletters and participate in staff meetings, events, and training.
- Attend recruitment seminars and assist with identifying potential students who may need services.
What you'll need#
- A Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Special Education, Educational Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a related field.
- Three years of full-time professional experience providing services for individuals with disabilities.
- Knowledge of Federal and State laws regarding post-secondary students with disabilities.
- Experience entering and accessing data within a Student Information System.
Location & details#
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Occasional evening and weekend work is required during peak registration and retention periods.
About Coppin State University
Coppin State University is a Historically Black Institution located in Baltimore, Maryland. It serves a multi-generational student population with a focus on education and lifelong learning. The university employs over 1,000 people. It promotes leadership, civic engagement, and economic development within its urban setting.
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