Part-Time Disability Services Case Manager

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: Disability Services

Reports To: Manager, Career, Counseling & Disability Services

Travel: 2-4 days per month around NWTC district

LOCATION: Green Bay

STANDARD HOURS: 30 hours per week; Monday-Friday 11:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m.; 10-month position (August - May) with June and July off.

Minimum Starting Wage: $24.50 per hour

• Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.

For full consideration, a cover letter and a resume will be required

POSITION SUMMARY

Coordinate and implement Accommodation plans, procedures, and guidelines throughout the NWTC district. Assist current and prospective students with disabilities in implementing and ensuring accessibility to all college functions. Provide disability-related academic, career, and personal case management; disability awareness advocacy, and general support to assist students with disabilities in achieving their goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide intake and assessment of needs by reviewing documentation and interviewing students with disabilities to determine and authorize appropriate accommodations, evaluate and continually assess the student's stage of development (academic, career, and personal) and promote student growth by assisting students with establishing realistic and attainable academic and career goals. Advise students regarding resources, adaptive equipment, advocacy, recommended credit load, and curriculum planning to ensure timely graduation. Consult with relevant professionals with appropriate releases of information as needed.
• Assist in recruiting potential students (high school and returning adults) with disabilities and advise them of general academic requirements; Initiate recruitment events and work collaboratively with other teams to carry out events and increase completed applications of students with disabilities.
• Develop and implement retention strategies to increase student success consistent with College programs. Gather and interpret data to prepare and analyze reports for retention, tracking, and accountability.
• Implement case management plans for students. Review and evaluate career/education plans to match student needs and develop individual service strategy plans. Build and maintain relationships with students while balancing College policy and procedures.
• Maintain professional student records in accordance with ethical and legal standards, accommodations standards, required reporting, and College policy.
• Prepare and facilitate seminars to address academic, disability, and mental health concerns of students. Plan and implement campus wide awareness events throughout the year.
• Collaborate and consult with instructional, student development and community agency staff to provide referral and support services. Assess the psychosocial impact of the disability on the student's academic progress.
• Promote access for students with disabilities to programs. Work to eliminate barriers to access including stereotyping and discrimination toward students with disabilities as well as enhancing sensitivity and awareness.
• Play active role in marketing and outreach of Disability Services, including but not limited to, developing web content, best practices, video creation, instructor notifications, and presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Services, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum three years of experience with a Special Needs population.
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite and ability to independently train on software needed for students with disabilities.
• Other Requirements: Must hold a valid driver's license and be insurable under the Districts standard insurance policy terms.

An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.

Skills and Abilities:

• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College's values
• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at ... or ....

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at ... or ....