R128672 - Full-time Disabilities Counsellor

[Kellyt]

Ottawa Campus
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Department:

Centre for Accessible Learning (Sara Jordan)
Position Type:

Full-Time Academic
Salary Range:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

35
Anticipated Start Date:

November 15, 2020
Length of Contract:

N/A
Posting Information

Employees who are internal candidates, as defined by the Academic Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration.
Posting Closing Date:

November 19, 2020
Please note: jobs are posted until 12:01 am on the job closing date.

Job Description:

Salary range is $66,555 to $115,378 per annum, established in terms of relevant educational qualifications and experience.

Reporting to the Manager, Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL), the Disabilities Counsellor is responsible for facilitating the accommodation process for students with a range of disabilities. The incumbent will provide counselling and advocacy services to support academic success and student retention.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collects and evaluates documentation to establish eligibility for support services;

Interviews, advises and provides disability-related counselling and works with students to develop strategies to normalize situations of both an academic and socio-emotional nature;

In consultation with students, develops and implements individualized student plans to ensure College policies and practices are consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code, AODA and other relevant legislation;

Maintains confidential records of accommodation requests, action taken and effectiveness of the accommodations and supports required;

Liaises appropriately with faculty to ensure supports and services are available in the classroom while at the same time ensuring the confidentiality needs of the student are taken into consideration;

Advocates within the College and with external agencies for resources, rights, and responsibilities concerning persons with disabilities;

Presents disability education sessions for campus departments;

Participates in departmental projects and college meetings, transition programs and other initiatives;

Contributes to a positive, cooperative team environment.

Required Qualifications:

Masters degree in a discipline related to disability issues (i.e. Psychology, Disability Studies, Counselling, Social Work, Special Education, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology);

Minimum two (2) years post-Master’s experience within the post-secondary setting and with demonstrated experience in direct counselling/consulting students with disabilities;

Demonstrated experience interpreting documentation and creating accommodation plans for students with disabilities in a post-secondary environment;

Demonstrated experience assisting and accommodating students with a wide range of disabilities including students with Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Acquired Brain Injury, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Mental Health, Medical conditions, Visual Impairments, ADHD/ADD etc;

Must be able to demonstrate in-depth understanding of disability related documentation including psycho-educational assessments and assessments of functional limitations; must be able to recommend and develop accommodation plans;

Working knowledge of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the AODA and other relevant legislation in the post-secondary context;

Knowledge of adult education theory and practice;

Ability to utilize database and word processing applications. Additionally, experience working in a virtual environment with tools including Zoom, MS Teams, Adobe Sign, etc;

Excellent written and verbal communication, and strong interpersonal skills required;

Excellent leadership, customer service and creative thinking skills;

Excellent analytical, counselling, reasoning, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills;

Must have strong commitment to providing quality professional services;

Enthusiastic team player with a demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently and display a high degree of initiative;

Ability to work a flexible work schedule;

Willingness to travel to regional campuses is an asset.

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. However internal candidates will receive first consideration based on qualifications. If you are invited for an interview, please notify us of any particular adaptive measures you may require. Workplace accommodations are available. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

For a copy of the complete job description please contact Human Resources at humanresources@algonquincollege.com.