Part-Time Academic - Apprenticeship Disabilities Counsellor
Ottawa Campus
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Department:
Centre for Accessible Learning (Sara Jordan)
Position Type:
Part-Time
Salary Range:
$14.25-$100.00-Hourly
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Anticipated Start Date:
April 05, 2021
Length of Contract:
1 year
Posting Information
This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.
Posting Closing Date:
April 2, 2021
Please note: jobs are posted until 12:01 am on the job closing date.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Manager, Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL), the Part Time Apprenticeship Disabilities Counsellor is responsible for facilitating the accommodation process for Apprenticeship 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 and CAL Orientation workshops for Apprenticeship faculty and students;
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 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;
Asset:
Experience working with Apprenticeship students at the Post-Secondary level
Please note that the successful incumbent will be expected to work remotely based on current public health guidelines.
*Vacancy is for P04150
Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Internal candidates will receive first consideration based on qualifications. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process or you would like a copy of the complete job description, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com. While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.