Accessibility Support Facilitator

Mount Saint Vincent University ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT FACILITATOR; Halifax; On-site; CAD 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for an Accessibility Support Facilitator. The ASF will coordinate the Testing Centre for students with disabilities and provide necessary accommodations. An undergraduate degree and communication skills are necessary, along with experience in a post-secondary environment. This full-time position emphasizes diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• One year work experience in a post-secondary learning environment required.
• Advanced computer skills and experience with assistive technology preferred.
• Strong ability to communicate and handle difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Testing Centre and schedule for students requiring accommodations.
• Assist with technology requirements and accessible educational materials.
• Support faculty and assist with projects and services of Accessibility Services.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience Working With Students

Data Collection

Classroom Experience

Adult Education

Education

Undergraduate degree in a related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Business enterprise systems (Colleague, SharePoint)

Job description

Mount Saint Vincent University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community and encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women persons of any sexual orientations and gender identities and / or expressions Indigenous persons African Canadians other racialized groups persons with disabilities and other groups that would contribute to the diversification of our campus. Candidates who identify as being from any of these groups are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify in their application materials. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply; however priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

Accessibility Services at Mount Saint Vincent University invites applications for the position of Accessibility Support Facilitator.

What youll do

Responsibilities

The Accessibility Support Facilitator (ASF) is responsible for coordinating the Testing Centre and schedule for students with disabilities who require accommodations assisting with technology requirements accessibility supports (notetakers tutors seating) accessible educational materials faculty support and assisting with projects and services of the Accessibility Services department.

What youll need

Qualifications

An undergraduate degree in a related discipline plus one year of work experience in a post-secondary learning environment is required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. The ASF is responsible for demonstrating initiative creativity and the ability to conduct research on best practices. Advanced computer skills and the confidence and willingness to learn new technology are required; experience using various assistive technology programs and devices is preferred. This role requires excellent organizational skills extreme attention to detail strong ability to communicate and the ability to handle difficult situations. The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion is required. Also required is demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment. Candidates should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and have an aptitude for or previous experience using business enterprise systems such as Colleague and SharePoint.

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A little bit about us

Mount Saint Vincent University

A leader in online and experiential learning Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity diversity inclusion and accessibility at the fore MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts Science Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security healthy aging literacy nutrition childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq People.

Are you interested

Work With Us

Salary : $47425 per annum

Start Date : ASAP

Application Process

If you require an accommodation at any time during the application process please let us know.

Applications should include a cover letter and resume. To apply for this position go to and follow the online application system. This competition closes on June 30 2025.

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Communication skills,Classroom Experience,Data Collection,Adult Education,Meeting Facilitation,Calculus,LMS,Teaching,Training & Development,Exercise Planning,Remedy

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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