Jordan Colbert
About Jordan Colbert
Jordan Colbert serves as the Associate Director of Student Accessibility Services at Yale University, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in assistive technology and mental health, having held various roles in organizations such as the University of Southern California and Counseling Partners of Los Angeles.
Current Role at Yale University
Jordan Colbert serves as the Associate Director of Student Accessibility Services at Yale University. In this role, Colbert has been instrumental in developing and implementing programs that support students with disabilities. This position has been held since 2021, and Colbert has contributed to enhancing the accessibility of educational resources and services for the student body in New Haven, Connecticut.
Previous Experience in Assistive Technology
Prior to joining Yale University, Jordan Colbert worked at the University of Southern California as an Assistive Technology Specialist from 2017 to 2021. In this capacity, Colbert focused on providing assistive technology solutions to enhance the learning experience for students with disabilities. Additionally, Colbert held the position of Lead Specialist of Assistive Technology Services for a brief period in 2021.
Background in Mental Health Counseling
Jordan Colbert has a background in mental health counseling, having worked as a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee at both COUNSELING PARTNERS OF LOS ANGELES and CLARE Foundation in 2016. These roles involved providing therapeutic support to individuals and families, contributing to Colbert's comprehensive understanding of mental health issues.
Educational Qualifications
Jordan Colbert earned a Bachelor's Degree in Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from the University of Pennsylvania from 2010 to 2014. Following this, Colbert pursued a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling at the University of Southern California, completing the program from 2015 to 2017. This educational background supports Colbert's expertise in both accessibility services and mental health.
Professional Contributions and Collaborations
Jordan Colbert has made significant contributions to the field of assistive technology and mental health. Colbert has presented nationally on the importance of assistive technology for individuals with disabilities and has consulted with companies to improve their digital accessibility. Notably, Colbert collaborated with NASA on the HERA project to develop facial recognition technology aimed at detecting depression in astronauts.