Department: Student Wellness Services
This position is represented by the agreement between the Professional Staff Association and the University of Guelph
Temporary full-time from 03/31/2025 to 12/31/2025
Temporary Absence of the Regular Incumbent
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Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of Accessibility Services, this position advises, supports and counsels students with learning disabilities and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Many students on this caseload experience multiple disabilities, which frequently includes mental health conditions. In addition, the Advisor supports autistic students and those with other disabilities as needed to balance workload across the team.
The Advisor negotiates academic accommodation to help the university fulfil its duty to accommodate under the Ontario Human Rights Code. They also help students navigate university policies, procedures, services and disability-related resources. They have significant collaborative relationships with faculty, program counsellors, the Office of Registrarial Services, the Library, and Physical Resources. The incumbent also works with health care professionals to clarify the functional abilities of students on their caseload. They routinely synthesize divergent information including academic requirements, medical information, and human rights legislation to formulate recommendations.
The Advisor uses advanced counselling skills to assess daily functioning; to assist with maintaining, stabilizing and/or improving health and mental health; and to support positive student development. They are also required to be knowledgeable about learning strategies, assistive technology, and academic requirements and pedagogy.
Requirements
Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in psychology, education or a related discipline, and at least three years of related professional job experience. Proficiency in reading psychoeducational assessments is important for this role. This position also requires demonstrated skill in the analysis of episodic and emerging conditions. The Advisor is expected to be knowledgeable about the OHRC Policy on Accessible Education for Students with Disabilities. Understanding the importance of consistency in decision-making across a diverse team, and the importance of academic integrity across an even more diverse range of academic programs is essential.
Occasional evenings and weekend work may be required. Exceptional communication and organizational skills are essential. We are seeking an individual who has a strong understanding of the intersection of disability and other equity-deserving identities.
Employee Type: Temporary
Position Number: 10534006
Classification: P&M FT- Band 05
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands
At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.
Posting Date: 03/03/2025
Closing Date: 03/10/2025
