<p>About Drexel University</p> <p>Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world-class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.</p> <p>Committed to becoming the nation's most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long-term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University's mission, heritage, and future.</p> <p>At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti-racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.</p> <p>Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world-class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award-winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non-certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information.</p> <p>Suspension of Drexel University's Contribution into 403(b) Retirement Plan</p> <p>As communicated on Oct. 10, Drexel University is suspending its contributions to employee retirement plans for calendar year 2025 as part of its multi-year plan to build financial resilience. Drexel is continuing to monitor the situation and will share updates as they become available for calendar year 2026.</p> <p>Center for Autism and Neurodiversity Employment Advisor</p> <p>Apply now Job no: 504870</p> <p>Work type: Full-Time</p> <p>Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA</p> <p>Categories: Drexel University, Enrollment Management and Student Success</p> <p>Job Summary</p> <p>The Center for Autism and Neurodiversity (CAN) Employment Advisor's primary responsibility will be to directly mentor CAN participants on employment and life skills-related goals and foster relationships with employers seeking neurodivergent employees. This employee will: conduct individualized student meetings to assist CAN participants with determined goals related to employment; collaborate, and communicate with campus partners, specifically SCDC, around the student's progress in their coop; and assist the CAN team with the development and implementation of large-scale events to raise awareness and educate about neurodiversity.</p> <p>This is an hybrid in-person position working primarily in-person.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <ul> <li>Meet individually with CAN students to monitor, engage, and counsel them while they are preparing for, and partaking in, co-op and employment after graduation. </li><li>Support both students and their employers for student success on Drexel co-ops and beyond. </li><li>Cultivate and steward working partnerships with employers. </li><li>Engage with employers on many levels on issues of neurodiversity, including working with outside partners to develop initiatives and collaborations. </li><li>Assist with planning and convening on and off-campus activities such as the Autism at Work: University Series events, Faculty and Staff Education Series events and working employee breakfasts with the Steinbright Career Development Center (SCDC). </li></ul> <p>Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>Minimum of Master's Degree or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.</p> </li><li> <p>Please review the Equivalency Chart for additional information.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of 1 year of experience advising, mentoring and/or coaching employment skills to a caseload of 25+ neurodivergent adults.</p> </li><li> <p>Familiarity with student success strategies.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office suite with a focus on Excel, and related software, including database and presentation programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong interpersonal, organizational, technology, and communication skills</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse groups, including students and internal and external partners.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to be self-directed, creative, team player.</p> </li><li> <p>Commitment to the mission of Drexel University and CAN.</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience working in an employment, non-profit or higher education setting. </li><li>Ability to work evenings and weekends to support department events. </li></ul> <p>Location</p> <ul> <li>University City - Philadelphia, PA </li></ul> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>This position is classified as Exempt, grade J. Compensation for this grade ranges from $47,490 to $71,230 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review.</p> <p>Applicants are encouraged to explore the Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on Drexel's compensation framework. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Benefits Brochure.</p> <p>Special Instructions to the Applicant</p> <p>Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.</p> <p>A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.</p> <p>Advertised: Apr 25 2025 Eastern Daylight Time</p> <p>Applications close: May 25 2025 Eastern Daylight Time</p>