Accessibility Services Advisor

4 weeks ago


Kamloops, Canada Thompson Rivers University Full time

Application Restrictions- Open to both Internal and external- Job Type- Support Staff (CUPE)- Posting In effect from- 11/5/2023- Closing Application Date- 26/5/2023- Closing date for internal CUPE applicants- 26/5/2023Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled.
- Full/Part Time- Full Time- Support Type- Auxiliary (Over 4 Months)- Anticipated Start Date- 29/5/2023- Position End Date (If Applicable)- 16/2/2024-
- Schedule- The hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 7 hours a day, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm- Schedule Description- DUTIESDevelops individual accommodation service plans and coordinates and facilitates the delivery of support services to students with disabilities on campus and at a distance. Coordinates services with faculty, TRU staff and community representatives and refers when appropriate. Reviews medical and psycho-educational documentation to determine functional limitations and required accommodations, conducts intake interviews, determines need for a detailed service plan, participates in information sessions for individuals, groups, and families/caregivers and provides some direct services.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops, implements and coordinates individual accommodation service plans for face to face students and those studying at a distance, according to established policies, guidelines and best practices.
- Conducts initial student interviews.
- Reviews professional medical and psycho-educational documentation in order to determine functional limitations and appropriate accommodations.
- Consults and liaises with faculty and staff regarding accommodation needs of individual students.
- Maintains contact as needed with students receiving service (e.g. follow up, changes to documentation and/or accommodations, etc.).
- Consults with Accessibility Services team, and/or refers complex cases to Director, Student Access and Academic Supports as appropriate.
- Updates and maintains confidential departmental student accommodation service records.
- Provides information and participates in information sessions, presentations, and workshops to TRU faculty, staff and the community regarding the department's services and specific accessibility issues.
- Refers students to other TRU services and/or community agencies as appropriate.
- Provides Accessibility Services information to prospective students and community organizations (e.g. schools) upon request.
- Occasionally assigns tasks to auxiliary and support staff.
- Assists with priority/high needs registration, campus orientation, test and exam accommodation as needed.

REPORTS TO
Director, Student Access and Academic Supports
- QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION:

- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, etc.)

EXPERIENCE:

- Four years' experience in disability service provision in an educational environment

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB
- Knowledge of human rights legislation, including the Human Rights Code (BC) and Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, disability related issues and resources, statutory obligations, and confidentiality and privacy guidelines
- Excellent assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent problem solving skills and creative solution finding
- Ability to deal with challenging or difficult personalities
- Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team as well as independently

WORKING CONDITIONS
- Sitting at a desk or computer for extended periods of time
- Some off campus travel may be required
- General office conditions
- The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.- Pay Band- CUPE Grade 10 $37.23- Salary rate-
- Location- Kamloops, BC CA (Primary)- # of Hires Needed- 1- Organizational Unit- Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Student Development -> Student Access and Academic Supports- Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:



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