Disability Management Specialist - Autism

California State University

$66K — $94K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced coursework in counseling and conflict resolution is a plus.
  • Two years of experience with students having learning or psychological disabilities, with a focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder.
  • Master's degree in a related field can substitute for one year of experience.
  • Ability to work effectively in diverse multicultural environments.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized accommodations for students with Autism and similar conditions.
  • Conduct proactive case management to support students' unique needs.
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote student access and inclusion.
  • Lead campus-wide education and awareness initiatives on neurodiversity.
  • Supervise and mentor interns and student assistants.

Benefits

  • Full-time, exempt schedule from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Opportunity for professional development and training in a supportive environment.
  • Engagement in campus-wide initiatives fostering diversity and inclusion.
  • Independence in decision-making and professional discretion in daily operations.
Full Job Description
Disability Management Specialist - Autism

Job no: 559792
Work type: Staff
Location: Los Angeles
Categories: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services

Job No:559792; 07/05/2026

DISABILITY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST - AUTISM
Student Services Professional III
Office for Students with Disabilities

Salary Range: $5,540 - $7,893/Monthly (Budgeted Hiring Salary Range $5,540 - $5,733/Monthly)

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday- Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; exempt classification.

Essential Functions: Under the general direction of the Director and Associate Director of the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD), the Disability Management Specialist - Autism (SSP III) provides comprehensive disability management, accommodations, and support services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental or mental health conditions that significantly impact executive functioning, social communication, and self-regulation skills. The incumbent ensures equitable access to educational opportunities and fosters student access through individualized accommodations, proactive case management, skill development, and collaboration with faculty and staff. The position also supports campus-wide education and outreach to promote inclusion, accessibility, and awareness of neurodiversity across the University community. Work is performed independently with broad discretion and professional judgment. May provide lead work direction, training, and supervision to graduate interns, student assistants, and/or peer mentors.

Required Qualifications & Experience: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper-division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related. The equivalent of two years of progressively responsible professional experience working with students with specific learning disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, other cognitive disabilities and symptoms, and limitations related to specific medical conditions. A master's degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. The incumbent must have a demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who may apply for the position. A task may be included as part of the interview process.

Desired Qualifications: Experience serving students with disabilities, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other mental health conditions in higher education.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on July 19, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CAL STATE LA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

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.

Advertised: Jul 05 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
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