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Accessibility and Accommodation Specialist
Location:
Oshawa
Description:
Job Summary: The Accessibility and Accommodation Specialist promotes the academic development of students with disabilities at Ontario Tech University, as mandated by the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Human Rights Code, ensuring equal access to Ontario Tech's academic programs. Reporting to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services, the Specialist works with an ethno-culturally and academically diverse student population to provide comprehensive evaluation and case management of disability-related requests for accommodation advising, as well as academic coaching and learning strategy support to students with disabilities. The specialist works directly with faculty and staff to promote a fully integrated university experience by ensuring that students have the opportunity to access and participate in all areas of Student Life. The Specialist also acts as a consultant on disability issues, and is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships of mutual support within other units and academic programs within the University. Required Skills: Understanding of legislative requirements in the area of human rights and accessibility Understanding of different learning disabilities and the educational and social implications of specific learning, psychological and psychiatric disabilities, ASD and AD/HD at the post-secondary level Knowledge of DSM 5 classification, psychopharmacology, the Mental Health Act, the Personal Health Information Protection Act and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). Must have the ability to read and interpret medical documentation, and engage in discussion with various medical professionals (e. g. psychiatrists, nurses) regarding this documentation. Demonstrated knowledge of case management including, local resources and access to services is an asset. Must have a commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion and be able to demonstrate. Visit ListedBuy for more information.
Company:
Ontario Tech University
Posted:
November 29 2023 on ListedBuy
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