Requisition 1758 - Accessibility Counsellor

of Applied Arts and Technology
P.O. Box 2034
Fennell Avenue & West 5th Street
Hamilton, Ontario
L8N 3T2
College Website: http://www.MohawkCollege.ca
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Requisition 1758 - Accessibility Counsellor

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Status: Full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday
Campus: Fennell
Pay Band: Not applicable
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Date: April 4th, 2022
Closing Date: April 8th, 2022 at 7:00pm EST


JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director, Accessibility and Testing Services, the successful applicant will be responsible for supporting students with a variety of disabilities. This includes conducting intake interviews, case management and implementing appropriate procedures to support student success; determining appropriate academic accommodations and working closely with faculty to address the needs of students as they arise; developing and implementing confidential academic accommodation plans; liaising with College administration, faculty and staff to ensure college policies and practices are consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other relevant legislation; advocating within the College and beyond on a broad range of issues impacting students with disabilities including the promotion of universal design for learning on campus; and contributing to a positive, co-operative team environment.

The incumbent must be knowledgeable regarding appropriate post-secondary accommodations, learning strategies, adaptive technologies, legislation which determines disability supports at the post-secondary level, and community resources including school boards, community physicians, psychologists and other professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

Performing the duties for a designated caseload of students with various disabilities which may include mental health, medical, physical, sensory, and learning disabilities.
Ensuring that the necessary documentation is on file to support the requested accommodations and maintaining confidential records of accommodation requests, actions taken, and the effectiveness of the accommodations and supports.
Interpreting a variety of documentation including psycho-educational assessments
Planning, coordinating and developing interventions/academic accommodation plans for students with a variety of disabilities
Consulting with faculty and other College stakeholders; serving as an advocate regarding disability needs of students, and supporting the College in meeting its legal obligations under the OHRC and AODA.
Providing accessibility counselling, resources, and referrals to support transition to employment for students with disabilities
Collaborating, consulting and communicating with Counselling and Accessible Learning Services staff, Academic Schools, other College departments and services and external stakeholders including school boards, agencies etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants for this position should possess:

Masters level degree in Counselling, Social Work, Disability Studies, Education, Psychology, Occupational Therapy or a related field
A minimum of 3 years full-time experience in providing support and case management for students with disabilities in a post-secondary setting
Demonstrated ability in providing assistance to adult learners in areas such as: stress management, learning strategies, time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of and experience supporting students with a range of disabilities, the provision of services, and disability accommodations at a post-secondary level
Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines governing the provision of services to students with disabilities in Ontario
Demonstrated ability in crisis intervention
Ability to assess and analyze psycho-educational assessments
Demonstrated understanding of the post-secondary environment and the ability to relate well to students, faculty and staff
Demonstrated commitment to the objective of empowerment, integration, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice
Proven ability to work cooperatively with others, and to work independently
Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Familiarity with the continuum of learning, academic programs and student services offered by Mohawk College is highly desirable
Knowledge of employment resources and supports for students with disabilities
Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity and inclusion with the ability to communicate and work effectively inter-culturally with diverse groups of students, employees and the community.


This position is governed by the applicable legislation of the Province of Ontario. Successful candidates will be required to conduct work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus as required, and will be required to follow Mohawk College’s vaccination policy: https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/covid-19-c ... -statement

Mohawk College is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Mohawk College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Mohawk College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the HR Department at 905-575-2047.
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