Accessibility Consultant - Niagara, Canada - Niagara College Canada

Niagara College Canada

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Niagara, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Located in the heart of the Niagara Region - just minutes from one of the world's most well-known tourism destinations - Niagara College offers more than 130 innovative programs between our campuses in Welland and Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Since opening its doors in 1967, Niagara College has grown to become a leader in education and training and one of the most enterprising colleges in Canada.

Reporting to the Director, Health, Wellness and Accessibility Services, the Accessibility Consultant offers accessibility services for students with disabilities. HWAS encompasses health services, counselling, and accessibility services, and operates as an integrated model of care.

The Accessibility Consultant participates as a collaborative team member in providing a supportive environment to help students with disabilities achieve success while at college.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Determining student eligibility for academic accommodations and support services both within Accessibility Services and across other Niagara College departments in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code
Conducting intake interviews with students with disabilities
Informing students of required documentation and assisting with the acquisition when needed
Proposing transitional support and guidance for students at various stages from program acceptance through to graduation
Evaluating medical documentation and approving academic accommodations
Assessing the impact on the academic program and determining appropriate level of support and services for the student
Identifying funding options, and, if appropriate, ensuring that services meet guidelines
Referring and/or setting up with other services as appropriate
Recordkeeping and managing data
Exploring options and opportunities for students to address problematic situations regarding accommodations while promoting selfadvocacy, independence and selfdetermination
Liaising with faculty and staff

Qualifications:

A Fouryear degree in Disability Studies, Psychology, Social Work, Humanities, Education or another related discipline, which includes coursework in disability studies
A minimum of five years experience working in a setting providing intake and direct services to individuals with disabilities, including applied knowledge of interpreting and carrying out recommendations using a variety of assessments
Must possess knowledge, skills and experiences with mental health, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, diversity and social inclusion
Demonstrate the ability to multitask and meet deadlines, problemsolve under pressure within a public environment and maintain a professional and invitational attitude at all times
Experience working in an integrated team is an asset
Strong communication and writing skills
Computer proficiency, preferably in an MS Office environment. Familiarity with PeopleSoft will be considered an asset
Masters degree would be considered an asset
Training or experience in supporting individuals in distress and/or suicide intervention will be considered an asset
Knowledge of Ontario Human Rights will be considered an asset

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If requested, accommodations will be made to support applicants with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process.