Accessibility Advisor

5 days ago

Vancouver, Canada University Canada West Full time

**Position Job Title**:Accessibility Advisor

**Location**: Vancouver

**Reports To**: Director, Student Affairs & Services

**About University Canada West**:
University Canada West is an innovative business and technology-oriented, dynamic, and growing institution that was founded in 2005. Based in Downtown Vancouver, the university is defined by its close connections to the business community and a commitment to outstanding student services.

Here, at UCW, we connect recognized, well-established specialists and ambitious young professionals, so they learn from each other and thrive in our diverse environment. Together, we strive to create and maintain working environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

We are privileged to do this work on the unceded, traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honour their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here, and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

**Position Summary**

Responsible for the needs assessment process for students requiring disability-related support services offered at UCW and through Government programs. Advise students on disability-related issues. Liaise with faculty, academic units, other Student Services and external organizations. Manage a portfolio including outreach and promotional activities. Hire, train and supervise clerical staff and student workers

**Responsibilities**
- Assess disability support needs of students experiencing a wide range of temporary and permanent disabilities based on an interview with the student and assessment of appropriate official or unofficial documentation. As required, follows up with internal and external professionals to clarify diagnostic information
- Recruits, hires trains and supervises casual employees providing support services for students (sign language interpreters; attendants for students with physical disabilities; academic aids for students with vision impairments; tutors, scribes, invigilators for exams etc.)
- Support for office operations (outreach, front reception assistance, general student advising etc.)
- Advises faculty and appropriate University departments on accommodating students in the classroom environment - Liaises with other university departments, including Centre for Teaching Excellence (CTE) to promote and embed Universal Design concepts in teaching
- Liaises between students and appropriate provincial funding agencies.
- Liaises with other University partners and various academic units.
- Plans and implements activities which promote awareness of services offered by the Office for Students with Disabilities to both students and staff across the University.
- Maintains and updates current knowledge of disability issues.
- Support student case management as needed
- Support student success data collection as needed
- Other duties as assigned

**Student Support**
- Meet with students to ascertain the nature and scope of their concern and advise students on how to proceed under university policy.
- Provide advice, support, and information in a professional manner to students seeking information and guidance concerning accessibility accommodations
- Proactively respond to student requests, provide recommendations and identify opportunities to enhance student resiliency and problem-solving skills.
- Redirect inquiries and refers to other on and off campus services as necessary.

**Prevention and Awareness**
- Develop, plan and deliver inclusive presentations and undertake group and one-on-one advising, in person or via online channels.
- Proactively encourage positive student behaviour via outreach efforts
- Plan and conduct educational workshops for staff and students to provide awareness on diversity within disability, accessibility basics and inclusive language
- Collaborate and provide advice to faculty, staff and other administrators in developing and implementing accessible learning strategies or accommodation that meet the needs of students or inclusive learning environment
- Create and assist with workshops and training for university employees authorized to respond to accessibility matters
- Work in collaboration with other program units and departments on issues involving accessibility and inclusive learning, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity
- *This job description outlines the key responsibilities for the role and is not meant to be exhaustive. Other responsibilities and tasks may be assigned or may naturally become a part of this role over time. _

**Position Requirements**

To be successful in the Accessibility Advisor position, an individual must be committed to developing, maintaining and demonstrating the following:
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**
- Ability to advise faculty and admini

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