Disability Access Advisor - School of Medicine

Union/Affiliation

**Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)**

Pay range

**$92,654 to $110,544 annually**

SFU Department Descr

**Centre for Accessible Learning**

Position Grade

**11**

# of openings

**1**

Biweekly Hours

**72**

**Who We Are**

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) acts as a liaison between students and faculty in the implementation of disability-related accommodations and services for SFU Students. CAL is responsible for upholding SFU's General Policy 26 ("Accessibility for Students with Disabilities") and also advocates on issues related to diversity, educational equity, and academic achievement.

**About the Role**

The Disability Access Advisor - School of Medicine (DAA SoM) works directly with students to determine their eligibility for disability-related accommodations, establish necessary accommodations and provide additional referrals to ensure students are appropriately supported. The Disability Access Advisor for the School of Medicine (DAA SoM) facilitates equitable access for learners with disabilities who are candidates for entrance into or currently enrolled in the School of Medicine, ensuring compliant and effective accommodation processes across admissions, academic, clinical, and assessment environments. This role also regularly liaises with instructors and other service units to ensure implementation of accommodations. The DAA SoM's work is guided by SFU's General Policy 26 and British Columbia Human Rights law, and plays a critical role in ensuring students with disabilities receive fair and equitable access throughout their learning experience.

The ideal candidate for this position has excellent knowledge of disability assessment, legislation, and an understanding of how to assess relevant documentation in a post-secondary context and has experience working in both post-secondary education and clinical or safety-sensitive learning environments. They have demonstrated excellence in communicating decisions through a developmental, trauma-informed, and student-centered advising approach, and in working collaboratively with campus stakeholders to establish and implement accommodations. They are an experienced relationship-builder with outstanding oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively navigate conflict and complexity. This role will work closely with both the CAL and SoM Teams, and we look forward to welcoming a strong team player who builds effective relationships with colleagues, is passionate about building and developing new processes, and enjoys our fun, fast-paced, and supportive culture.

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