Spectrum Program Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY:

The Spectrum Program Coordinator works closely with the Program Manager to implement assigned areas of responsibility within Clemson University's Spectrum Program. The Coordinator will collaborate in developing and delivering a comprehensive program that fosters support for students to help them transition to, through, and beyond their Clemson experience. Performs other duties as assigned. To best serve the needs of program students, this position will require regular evening and weekend hours.

JOB DUTIES:

55% - Essential - Student Services: Meets regularly with program students. Plans and implements program activities, especially program social events and educational activities. Provides other direct services to Spectrum Program students, as needed, in individual and group capacities, including: personal and academic advising, coaching, counseling, formative assessments, workshops, group meetings, social outings, supervised study hall, and other services as determined. Serves as contact for the parents and faculty of students participating in the program.

15% - Essential - Program Development: Participates in the ongoing development of the program based on updated information and assessment and reporting rubrics that demonstrate the impact and effects of the program. Contributes to the development of policies, protocols, and program content and assists with evaluation and strategic planning for program evolution.
15% - Essential - Program Admissions and Outreach: Serves on the committee which reviews and selects candidates for program participation and provides information to prospective students and parents, uses a comprehensive interview assessment measure to determine campus readiness and goodness of fit, conducts in-person interviews with prospective students and parents, markets and promotes program on campus and within the community both formally and informally, and promptly responds to inquiries regarding the program.
15% - Essential - Collaboration: Partners with campus and community entities to develop and share resources and establish partnerships that connect and supports Spectrum Program students, including: Career Services, the Clemson Center for Behavior Analysis, the Recreational Therapy program, the Academic Success Center, Creative Inquiry, SC Vocational Rehabilitation, SC ABLE, and others as designated. Provides education to campus and community entities regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Bachelor's Degree - Relevant program experience.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education - Master's Degree - Disability Studies, School Psychology, Rehabilitative Counseling, Special Education, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field.
Work Experience - Advanced academic experience such as masters-level internships, or 2+ years of similar work.

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides Budget Input - Provides input into the budgeting process, and oversees fund allocation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

85% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
15% - Walk or move about
60% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

WORKING CONDITIONS:

20% - Overnight Travel

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 37.5; Anticipated Hiring Range: $37,900 - $55,000

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

February 14, 2024

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.