Workplace Access Consultant

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Workplace Access Consultant
Duties: Engages in the interactive process with employees and supervisors to assess the disability-related barrier in the work environment and develop a plan for the implementation of effective modifications or provision and coordination of reasonable accommodation. Reviews relevant documentation to determine eligibility for accommodations, maintaining appropriate confidentiality. Consults with the Assistant Director, Workplace Access, to determine appropriate modifications or accommodations when necessary. Prepares professional correspondence to employees and supervisors regarding the determination of eligibility and appropriate accommodations. Provides information and referral to employees with disabilities. Provides ongoing consultation to departments and supervisors on access and Universal Design. Assures the collection of appropriate data to support service delivery and assessment; prepares periodic activity reports. Provides training to staff and faculty on reasonable accommodation and disability in the workplace. Serves as liaison to Human Resources, Risk Management and other University units in regard to disability and the workplace environment. Works actively to develop and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with all staff members to ensure effective service delivery, support and collaboration. Documents and maintains appropriate and accurate records in electronic and hard files. Maintains appropriate confidentiality in verbal and written communications. Participates in University committees and other work groups. Participates in professional development activities through presentations, publications, attendance at conferences and/or related activities. Stays abreast of national, state, and local disability-related issues, as well as Disability Studies scholarship, disability activism, art, and culture.

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