Faculty, Staff, & Student Worker Accommodation
Request Process
The process begins when a faculty
member, staff member, or student worker communicates a
request for an accommodation to his or her immediate supervisor.
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A request for
workplace accommodations may be verbal or written, and may use everyday
language (illness, condition, help, changes, etc.) or “ADA language”
(accommodation, disability, etc.)
Using input from the faculty
member, staff member, or student worker, the supervisor identifies the workplace accommodation needs. The supervisor:
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will discuss the needs with the individual who made the request, and
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will review the job description and consider the essential functions of the job
as well as the operational needs of the department
If the individual and the supervisor agree on an accommodation that is effective
for the individual and appropriate for the work place, the accommodation(s) will
be implemented.
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Once the accommodation is in place, the supervisor, with input from the
individual, will periodically monitor its effectiveness.
If a faculty member, staff member, or student worker is uncomfortable approaching
the supervisor at any point in this process, or if an agreement cannot be
reached between the individual and the supervisor, either party can contact
Human Resources at 812-464-1770 for assistance.
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If the accommodation need is complex or is not readily apparent, Human Resources
may request the individual to provide documentation from their medical provider(s)
to confirm the accommodation need and/or to provide recommendations for
accommodations that may fit the individual’s specific needs.
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Depending on the circumstances, Human Resources may consult with the Office of
the ADA Coordinator to assist in evaluating the accommodation request and/or to
identify accommodation options.
Still Have Questions?
For general questions about the ADA/Section 504, check out the Office of the ADA Coordinator: FAQs or contact the
ADA Coordinator at 812-465-7101 or
drgoeppner@usi.edu