Disability Access Coordinator

Type of appointment: Non-regular full-time

Shortlisted internal candidates must notify the current Support Staff Bargaining Chairperson and People Services if they want a Union Observer during interviews and final selection of candidates.

• Determines eligibility for services by evaluating and interpreting current documentation of disabilities (e.g. medical documentation, psychological and neurological reports, Individualized Education Plans); provides advice on obtaining appropriate documentation as needed; contacts medical professionals to clarify or validate information provided as needed
• Determines disability support and service needs, creates accommodation plans and effects appropriate arrangements in consultation with students and in accordance with human rights legislation and accessibility service policies and procedures; clarifies expectations related to the provision of accommodations
• Provides information about and assists students to apply for financial aid and other study grants specifically designed for students with disabilities; recommends students for or facilitates access to institutionally administered financial aid as appropriate; ensures student compliance with financial aid and study grant policies and procedures
• Facilitates access to assistive technology and adaptive equipment, services and training; maintains and manages the College’s assistive technology and adaptive equipment; supports student training on use of technology and equipment as needed
• Provides information about and assists with facilitating access to community-based resources and support services
• Refers students to additional college services, departments and support as needed (e.g. Learning/Success Centres, Library, Counselling, Education Advising, Financial Aid and Awards)
• Liaises and consults with College employees, medical professionals, and community transition teams regarding the accommodation needs and legal rights of students with disabilities, in accordance with FOIPOP legislation; disseminates criteria and procedures for accessing accommodations to the campus community; collaborates with faculty and instructors to promote inclusive classroom teaching and learning strategies