Disabilities Services Advisor

1 month ago

Vancouver, Canada Vancouver Community College Full time

**Pclass #**
- SS187**Who We Are**
- We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (_VCC_) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial._

For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.
- At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.-
**Position Summary**
- This position is responsible for providing services that facilitate access to educational programs available at the College. Reviews documentation, identifies and arranges appropriate accommodations and provides follow-up.**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Facilitates the admissions, assessment, advising, orientation and registration processes for students with disabilities.
- Undertakes case management of individual students, reviews medical documentation, history, learning assessments, psycho-educational reports, etc. to determine accommodations and needs during period of study.
- Arranges services and accommodations in a timely manner and liaises with effected departments to inform them of the accommodations. Collects all required materials (texts, handouts, overheads, exams, etc.) and determines appropriate alternate format for adaptation.
- Assists in the recruitment and supervision of tutors, note takers and classroom assistants and processes timesheets accordingly.
- Maintains records and databases and monitors statistics related to students with disabilities in order to assess services and anticipate future needs.
- Creates and maintains resource information related to disability issues.
- Provides general office coverage as required.
- Performs other related duties as required.

**Qualifications**

**Education and Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. rehabilitation, special education, disabilities) and over 2 years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may be substituted for the required qualifications.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a member of a team. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and a variety of external contacts.
- Demonstrated skills in working with adaptive equipment suppliers, community based resources for funding, mental health teams, support groups and crisis management.
- Considerable knowledge of various criteria used in determining suitability for admission to programs.
- Ability to compose letters and memoranda including those of a non-routine nature.
- Ability to remain calm, professional and undistracted under stressful circumstances.
- Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to prioritize and management several time-sensitive tasks at any given time.
- Good supervisory/leadership skills.
- Familiarity with disability laws/acts and policy/procedures.
- Good conflict resolution, advocacy and negotiating skills.
- Computer proficiency and familiarity with specialized software for disabilities and other adaptive technologies.
- Experience with TTY equipment.

**Salary Range - Prorated based on FTE**
- PAYGRADE 27: $2,267.96 to $2,660.40 bi-weekly.Posting Detail Information

**Employment Group**
- Support Staff (CUPE)**Type of Position**
- Temporary**Employment Type**
- Full Time**Department**
- DISABILITY**Primary Location - This position may require you to work at all VCC locations.**
- Downtown**Is this posting only for internal applicants?**
- No- 06/17/2024**Position End Date - For Temporary Positions**
- 06/20/2025**Vacation Blackout Dates**

**Number of Hours per Week**
- 35**Work Schedule - Hours may vary according to the needs of the Department**
- Monday to Friday 8 am to 4:15 pm**Eligible for Fortnight**
- Yes**Special Instructions to Applicant**
- Vancouver Community College is committed to maintaining a work force that represents the diverse community we serve and we encourage all qualified applicants.**Posting Open Date**
- 04/10/2024**Posting Close Date**
- 04/24/2024**Is this a pooled posting?**
- No

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