Accessibility Advisor

1 week ago

Vancouver, Canada University Canada West Full time

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

Reporting to the Wellbeing & Diversity Service Manager, the Accessibility Advisor’s position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring policies, processes, and programs that promote accessible and inclusive learning and living environments at UCW. The Accessibility Advisor is a member of the Wellbeing and Diversity Service Team, actively participating in and contributing to the development and implementation of programs and organizational change initiatives. This involves assessing student needs, identifying alternative ways for students to participate in learning environments, determining reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and working collaboratively with other departments.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**

The Accessibility Advisor is responsible for the following as well as other related duties as assigned to support the business objectives and purpose of the University:

- Provide one-on-one support to students requiring academic accommodations to explore options that address students’ functional limitations while upholding bona fide academic essential requirements
- Assess student needs and identify alternative ways for students to participate in learning environments, determining reasonable and appropriate accommodations
- Develop and implement organizational change initiatives, policies, and procedures in regards to accessibility
- Manage the delivery of a comprehensive and integrated set of academic accommodations and accessibility-related services for all on-campus and online students
- Liaise with faculty members, Registrar’s Office and Academic Affairs staff, AND librarians as required to ensure the effective implementation of individualized academic accommodation plans and negotiate on student’s behalf to determine essential academic requirements that may require non-standard accommodations
- Deliver the workshops; support the development of resources for faculty and staff related to academic accommodations and accessibility options for students
- Initiate and maintain effective relationships with multiple stakeholders on matters related to the students accessibility experience
- Analyze student feedback and provide input to current and future activities/workshops/information session
- Prepare written reports as required and requested

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Competencies**:

- Understanding of national and provincial duty-to-accommodate legislation and landscape in post-secondary education
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, and internal and external service partners
- Proven ability to design and implement organizational change initiatives
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of community resources for people with disabilities
- Adaptability
- Customer-orientation
- Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects

**Education and Experience**:

- Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in issues related to disability, universal design, and duty to accommodate in a post-secondary setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience interpreting the implications of various types of disabilities within an educational context
- Experience being responsible for effectively resolving complex, sensitive, and stressful situations

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- VANCOUVER, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in VANCOUVER, BC

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