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    Advisor - Vancouver, BC, Canada - University Canada West

    University Canada West
    University Canada West Vancouver, BC, Canada

    3 weeks ago

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    Responsible for the needs assessment process for students requiring disability-related support services offered at UCW and through Government programs. Advise students on disability-related issues. Liaise with faculty, academic units, other Student Services and external organizations. Manage a portfolio including outreach and promotional activities. Hire, train and supervise clerical staff and student workers.


    Assess disability support needs of students experiencing a wide range of temporary and permanent disabilities based on an interview with the student and assessment of appropriate official or unofficial documentation.

    Recruit, hire, train and supervise casual employees providing support services for students (sign language interpreters; attendants for students with physical disabilities; academic aids for students with vision impairments; Support for office operations (outreach, front reception assistance, general student advising etc.)
    Liaise with other University partners and various academic units.

    Plan and implement activities which promote awareness of services offered by the Office for Students with Disabilities to both students and staff across the University.

    Maintain and update current knowledge of disability issues.
    Support student success data collection as needed
    Meet with students to ascertain the nature and scope of their concern and advise students on how to proceed under university policy
    Develop, plan and deliver inclusive presentations and undertake group and one-on-one advising, in person or via online channels
    Proactively encourage positive student behaviour via outreach efforts
    Plan and conduct educational workshops for staff and students to provide awareness on diversity within disability, accessibility basics and inclusive language
    Create and assist with workshops and training for university employees authorized to respond to accessibility matters
    Review and provide revision suggestions to annually the student handbook, printed or electronic material, academic calendar, policies, and procedures applying to inclusive campus activities and accessible student learning
    Work in collaboration with other program units and departments on issues involving accessibility and inclusive learning, demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity

    Ability to advise faculty and administrators on student disability-related academic issues
    Experience in the disability field with a particular emphasis on current trends in post-secondary disability service provision, including the Social Model, Universal Design and ecological modes of intervention
    Experience working in a professional service provider role with people who have disabilities
    Awareness and knowledge of adaptive technology for students with disabilities
    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse group of employees, students, and the general public, and to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy when interacting with students who may require support with mental or physical health, social, economic, or other barriers to success
    Ability to ensure inclusivity and to develop and cultivate relationships with students, faculty, staff, and members of the external community

    Bachelor's degree in Educational Psychology, Inclusive Education
    ~3 years of experience with disability advising or disability assessment

    Graduate degree in Educational Psychology, Inclusive Education, or related field, strongly preferred
    Diversity and Inclusivity Statement

    University Canada West is strongly committed to equity, diversity, and inclusivity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of color, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

    parental, elder care, and/or medical). You are not required to disclose these obligations in the hiring process.

    If you choose to do so, the University will ensure that these obligations do not negatively impact the assessment of your qualifications for the position.

    We thank them for having cared for this land since time immemorial, honor their graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here and iterate our dedication to valuing the ongoing contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities.

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