On Location Accessibility Advisor, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Public HealthDate Posted: 09/03/2024
Req ID: 39546
Faculty/Division: VP & Provost
Department: Accessibility Services
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00043415
Description: About us:
Student Life connects life to learning. We believe every student should have the opportunity to participate in university life actively and find connection and community while discovering new ways of thinking and being in the world. We provide resources, support and engagement opportunities that are inclusive and accessible, ensuring every student can build experiences that set them up for a lifetime of success.
In support of U of T's vision, Student Life Programs and Services is committed to creating diverse, accessible, inclusive and welcoming spaces of opportunity that foster deepened engagement, learning, personal growth, and identity development for all students.
Your opportunity:
Under the general direction of the On Location Accessibility Team Lead, the On Location Accessibility Advisor maintains a caseload of students with disabilities. The Advisor works with an ethno-culturally and academically diverse student population to assess students' needs, review and assess confidential medical/psychological documentation, develop and implement accommodations, and assist students in self-monitoring the effectiveness of accommodations.
Your responsibilities will include: Researching and recommending alternative approaches and possible accommodation solutions.Advising course instructors and staff on student accommodations issues.Assessing and making recommendations on student funding applications.Writing confidential student accommodation summaries.Providing case management support to students requiring the coordination of multiple services.Determining the reasonability of an accommodation in relation to a student's disability.Essential Qualifications: Master's Degree completed in a discipline relevant to disability issues.Minimum four years related experience in the post-secondary environment.Demonstrated expertise in developing, implementing and monitoring accommodations for students with disabilities.Commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion.Ability to communicate clearly and professionally (both orally and in writing).Demonstrated ability to synthesize knowledge and display sound judgment.Assets (Nonessential): Understanding the academic discipline of the location(s).To be successful in this role you will be: Multi-taskerOrganizedResourcefulTeam playerNOTE: This is a twelve (12) month term position. Occasional Overtime with approval of manager. Closing Date: 09/11/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Term
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 13 -- $84,813. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $108,463.
Lived Experience Statement:
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply.
Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community.
Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community and is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
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