Accommodations Assistant - Auxiliary​/On Call

REPORTS TO

Exams Supervisor, Accessibility Services

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Grade 12, plus one year post-secondary program or specialized courses in a related field (, Social or Community Services)

EXPERIENCE:

• One year related experience working with persons with disabilities in an educational environment or equivalent

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

• Knowledge of disabilities, confidentiality and privacy guidelines
• Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with a range of people including staff, faculty, students with disabilities and individuals under stress
• Proven ability to deal courteously and effectively with a range of people including students with various disabilities, faculty and staff
• Ability to respond effectively to challenging and stressful situations involving students and/or faculty
• Intermediate knowledge of word processing programs and databases
• Understanding of adaptive technology in a testing environment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team as well as independently

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Sitting at a desk and computer for long periods of time
• General office conditions
• Regular contact with students with a variety of disabilities
• Dealing with challenging or difficult situations and/or personalities

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.