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Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Associate Director of the Bob Murphy Access Center (BMAC), the Life Project Coordinator engages in the Interactive Process with the students on a daily basis to perform analysis of all the student’s impacted major life activities and determine the appropriateness of these accommodation and services. The resulting services and accommodations provided to students include: the scooter program, note-taking provisions, all aspects of testing accommodations (including but not limited to those of University placement exams, standardized exams, extended time, conducive testing environment, and alternative media/assistive technology), accessible campus parking, tutoring, accessible furniture, etc. The incumbent works with students in time-sensitive situations and critical times of the academic semester to provide disability management counseling and evaluate the effectiveness of previously determined accommodations; the incumbent utilizes professional judgment to level the playing field through creative problem solving and collaboration with academic departments and campus partners.
Additionally, the Life Project Coordinator develops, coordinates and evaluates the Life Project program for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other neurodiverse/communicative disabilities through weekly meetings, peer coaching, life skills classes, employment preparation, and a Summer Bridge Residential Program with the goal of assisting new and existing students with integrating both socially and academically on the campus. The Life Project Coordinator represents BMAC within the campus community through education and programming.
Finally, the Life Project Coordinator provides services that are equitable, inclusive and provide culturally sensitive services that enhance the quality of campus life. The Life Project Coordinator uses a student-centered and equity-minded approach in all communication and service efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Life Project Program Coordination and Evaluation for: Summer Bridge Residential Program, Job Readiness Employment Program, and Life Project Weekly Group and Individual Meetings
- Conduct Disability Management Counseling and Upholds the Interactive Process with Students with Disabilities
Department
Bob Murphy Access Center
Time Base
1.0 time-base, 40 hours per week.
Duration of Appointment
This is a temporary position for one year with no permanent status granted. Temporary assignments may expire prior to the ending date.
This is a regular/probationary position.
Classification
Student Services Professional II
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
- Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $5,083 - $6,157 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
- CSU Classification Salary Range: The CSU Classification Salary Range for this position is $5,083 - $7,228 per month.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program is just one way the CSU demonstrates its dedication to your success and well-being. To be eligible for full benefits at CSU, you must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) and your appointment must last more than six months and one day. Eligible employees have access to this comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Generous Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to suit your needs.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in CalPERS defined benefit plan and access to voluntary savings plans like 403(b), 401(k), and 457.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Additional Perks: Access to wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and various insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
The CSU offers comprehensive benefit packages tailored to individual bargaining units. Candidates are encouraged to review the applicable CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details on the benefits available.
Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements your base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of community disability services for college students preferred. Take responsibility for an extensive level of confidentiality as well as maintaining a particular sensitivity to confidentiality issues in all communications. Ability to communicate and work effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Oral communication skills to communicate diplomatically and effectively with co-workers, staff, and departmental staff. Ability to work effectively and productively as part of a team through close collaboration and coordination with colleagues and others. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and maintain a positive and respectful attitude. Working knowledge of standard safe work practices.
Ability to consistently report to work on time prepared to perform the duties of the position. Demonstrated administrative leadership and clinical supervision experience. Expertise and/or successful experience in crisis intervention and working with a broad range of clinical problems. Experience in research/analysis and evaluation of clinical services and clinical data reports. Experience/ability to consult with the campus community regarding student concerns. Must be able to interact in a positive, respectful, and professional manner with campus community, including staff, faculty, donors, et. al. especially when under pressure. Communicate with the University community in a civil and articulate manner. Excellent writing and editing skills (including grammar, sentence construction and vocabulary) to compose various documents to various audiences. Outstanding grammar and proofreading skills. Strong computer skills and experience with a broad range of Microsoft Office Suite products (including Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) to prepare a wide variety of correspondence, reports, presentations. including applications related to Counseling Center operations. Experience with electronic medical records, highly preferred.
A strong knowledge of HIPAA regulations for mental health agencies, and FERPA for educational needs. Evidence of progressive administrative and professional development specifically in the area of mental health, autism, and neurodiverse needs. Experience with working with a diverse group of individuals and multicultural university environment. Demonstrated skill in assisting and speaking with people of various ages, socio-economic, cultural and/or educational backgrounds. Ability to coordinate, organize and demonstrate command of a complex and continuously changing array of information, dates, places, and people in a systematic way to optimize efficiency and minimize duplication of effort in the process of performing job functions. Ability to accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously, work under pressure, and work as part of a team. Ability to consult with students, staff, faculty, and parents regarding student concerns. Ability to coordinate events/programs. Ability to lift boxes or items weighing ~25 lbs. to and from event locations.
Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in one of the behavioral sciences, public, or business administration, or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas required.
Ability to work weekends and a flexible work time as needed and determined by operational needs.
Preferred:
• Master’s degree in Educational Counseling or related field.
• At least 5 years of professional experience and knowledge working with students with disabilities and programming, especially with students of neurodiverse abilities in a higher education environment.
• Experience with utilizing an equity lens in employment practices and respectful interactions with others.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion including evidence of equity mindedness in previous experience.
• Possess a valid California Driver's License to drive University vehicle.
Application Procedures
Click “Apply Now” to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Medium work - Job involves lifting heavy weight objects (20-40 pounds) and/or 20% - 40% of the job involves standing, squatting, kneeling, or walking. May require pushing or pulling objects within the weight limits.
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.