Disability Services Access Case Manager, Visual Impairment Specialist

Louisiana State University And Agricultural And Mechanical College - Baton Rouge, LA

Full-time - Entry Level

Baton Rouge, LA

Educational Services

About the position

The Disability Services Access Case Manager, Visual Impairment Specialist will play a crucial role in fostering an accessible environment for students with disabilities at LSU. Reporting to the Director of Disability Services, this position involves advising students with disabilities, evaluating documentation for accommodations, and serving as a liaison between students and campus departments to ensure access to necessary services. The role emphasizes advocacy, outreach, and the implementation of policies to enhance student support and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret disability-related documentation to determine eligibility for services and accommodations for students with disabilities.
• Serve as an advocate and liaison between students and campus departments promoting a sense of mattering and belonging for students.
• Provide orientation mobility training to students and coordinate essential services to ensure high standards of support.
• Assist with E-text, reader software, and the provision of text access, contributing to the overall quality of the student's academic experience.
• Lead the creation and implementation of a plan to expand outreach and provisions for access for students with low vision and blindness.
• Assist in examining and revising departmental policies and practices to create more efficient and user-friendly processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Specific training in working with persons with low vision and blindness.
• Access Technology Experience and Orientation Mobility experience.
• Experience with E-text, PDF remediation, reader software, and Braille.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Social Work, Counseling, or directly related field.
• Experience with Access Technology Consultations, reader software, PDF remediation, and Case management.
• Working Knowledge of Braille/Brailling experience.
• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience working with adolescents and/or adults with disabilities, particularly students with low vision and blindness.
• Certification: Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement options
• Various leave options
• Paid holidays
• Wellness benefits
• Tuition exemption for qualified positions
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts