Disability Concerns Specialist

2 weeks ago

Burlington, Ontario, Canada The Christian Reformed Church in North America Full time
Disability Concerns Specialist

Application Deadline: 7 December 2025

Department: Thrive

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Burlington, ON (Hybrid) or Canada (Remote)

Compensation: $35.81 / hour


Description PURPOSE The Disability Concerns Specialist will foster relationships and communities that promote a sense of belonging and assist churches, agencies, institutions, and leadership within the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) and the Reformed Church in America (RCA).  The goal is for these parties' actions to align with the biblical call regarding people with disabilities. This position will work to break barriers of communication and attitude. Overall, establishing ministries that support disabled people and their families. 

This is a part-time position wth an expectation to work 18 hours/week. 

The CRCNA exhibits love for the diversity of the human family. As such we welcome & encourage all regardless of race, ethnicity, ability and culture to apply. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process please do not hesitate contacting our Human Resources Department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
  1. Support accessibility in the whole life of a congregation.
  2. Engage with congregational leaders in pursuing justice and providing accessibility strategies for people who have disabilities
  3. Support regional disability advocates, church disability advocates, and regional caucuses as resources to the churches.
  4. Work with CRC and RCA Disability Concerns staff in developing and refining resources, programs, and goals for meaningful integration of people with disabilities among staff, ministries, and congregations.
  5. Strengthen and develop strategic partnerships with individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds and ministries, both within and outside the denomination, to address ableism and promote engagement with people with disabilities.
  6. Engage in writing and educational opportunities that promote awareness and advance work on disability concerns.
  7. Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned by the Equip Team Lead. 


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES  None

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE: QUALIFICATIONS
  1. Professing membership in a Christian Reformed congregation, or of a church in communion with the CRCNA, and agreement with the doctrine of the church signified by signing a covenant statement.
  2. Demonstrated biblical and theological understanding of disability theology 
  3. Established understanding of ministry with people who have disabilities.
  4. Demonstrated engagement in disability advocacy on individual and systemic levels, and a strong commitment to persons with disabilities.
  5. Strong commitment to creating and supporting ecclesiastical processes that will provide justice, equity, and inclusion at all levels of denominational authority.
  6. Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills.
  7. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to speak and write in ways that effectively communicate the ministry of Disability Concerns.
  8. Agility in interacting with diverse individuals and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion on an individual and systemic level. 
  9. Knowledge of accessibility standards and ways to provide accommodation.
  10. Ability to travel in the United States and Canada as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required in a related field
  2. Experience in an academic or professional field relevant to the mission and work of Disability Concerns is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Benefits Benefits may be pro-rated based on # of hours worked per week:
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible Work Arrangements 
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Contributing to an organization that is making an impact in the world

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