• Case Manager for Student Disability Services

    Texas Tech University (Lubbock, TX)


    43010BR

    Extended Job Title:

    Case Manager for Student Disability Services

    Position Description:

    The Case Manager provides case management and program coordination to support students registered with Student Disability Services. This position conducts intake meetings, reviews accommodations, and offers short-term academic and personal counseling to promote student success.

    Requisition ID:

    43010BR

    Travel Required:

    Up to 25%

    Major/Essential Functions:

    Provides short-term, academic and personal counseling to students with disabilities, including discussing academic progress, tutoring support, study skills, time management, and organization strategies, as well as other areas of skills or concern that might affect the student's academic progress. Collaborates with the TECHniques Center staff for students registered with both programs and maintains a close working relationship with all university departments that offer assistance on individual student cases.

     

    Grant Funded?:

     

    No

    Pay Basis:

    Hourly

    Schedule Details:

    some travel for Professional development training

    Work Location:

    Lubbock

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Master's degree in Higher Education, Psychology, Counseling, or other related field of study directly related to assigned work. One year of college student counseling experience.

    Department:

    Student Disability Services

    Required Attachments:

    Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

    Job Type:

    Full Time

    Shift:

    Day

    Required Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in a closely related field and two years of experience working with individuals with disabilities. Additional education can substitute for years of experience on a year-for-year basis.

     

    Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

     

    No

    Safety Information:

    Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

    Pay Statement:

    Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

    EEO Statement:

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

    About the University:

    Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

     

    About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

    Job Family:

    Academic & Student Services

    Job Sub Family:

    Accessibility Services

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    + Knowledge of ADA laws as it applies to Higher Education.

    + Strong written and oral communication skills.

    + Strong managerial skills.

    + Crisis management skills.

    + Ability to multi-task.

    Hourly Pay Range:

    $17.69 - $22.98 - $28.32