Student Accessibility Services - Peer Support

brocku; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 49,594,000 - 57,859,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Brock University is seeking a Student Accessibility Services Peer Support Assistant to help fellow students navigate campus resources, build community connections, and develop effective learning strategies. The role emphasizes empathy, confidentiality, and a student-centered approach within SAS.

Applicants must be current undergraduates in good standing and available Sep 14 2026–Apr 30 2027, up to 7 hours weekly. Training on OASIS and disability etiquette is provided.

Qualifications

• Lived experience as a student identifying as having a disability and/or experience utilizing post-secondary services providing academic accommodations.
• Intersectionality with other campus equity-seeking communities an asset.
• 2+ years as a student at Brock University with a solid understanding of university navigation and campus resources.
• Current undergraduate student in good academic standing. Graduate students are not eligible.
• Keen interest in the accessibility/disability/inclusion field.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate strong presentation and group facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to juggle academic studies and extracurricular activities.
• Empathy and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Experience working with or understanding of accessibility, disability services, or equity-based student support.
• Empathy, confidentiality, and a student-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer-to-peer support for students through SAS drop-in study space.
• Support time and task management skills for students with disabilities impacting executive function.
• Meet with SAS students individually to support transition to university life.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support in problem solving, navigating resources, referrals.
• Attend SAS outreach events to connect with current and prospective SAS students.
• Help plan and co-lead small group sessions focused on study skills and navigating student life with a disability.
• Encourage peer interaction and mutual support among SAS participants.
• Monitor and support students in SAS group study spaces.
• Keep accurate records of peer interactions and group participation.
• Communicate regularly with SAS staff regarding student needs or concerns.
• Assist with tracking and reporting of student use of service.
• Assist with updating resources in the Learning Strategy area.
• Overview of SAS services; training on the SAS database and appointment management (OASIS).
• Sensitivity training on disability etiquette; confidentiality and FIPPA training.
• Training from SAS staff to understand impact of disability on academics; from Learning Strategist on study strategies.
• Training from Assistant Technologist & Learning Strategist on relevant technologies and apps.

Skills

Empathy

Organization

Communication

Presentation

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Current undergraduate student

2+ years as a Brock student

Tools

OASIS

Job description

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement.

We are one of Canada's outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been proudly recognized as a Hamilton-Niagara Top Employer for eight consecutive years. Brock continues to earn recognition as one of Canada's Best Employers and one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity in 2026. For the second consecutive year, Forbes, in partnership with Statista, also named Brock one of Canada's Top Employers for Company Culture. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities.

Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

Post End Date: September 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Part-Time Contract Positions (Employee Group) The Student Accessibility Services (SAS) Peer Support Assistant is a student-facing role designed to support peers registered with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) in navigating campus resources, building community connections, engaging in peer-led groups, and developing effective learning strategies. This role enhances the student experience by fostering inclusivity, confidence, and independence through compassionate, peer-to-peer support.

Duties

Student Support

• Provide peer-to-peer support for students through SAS drop-in study space.
• Support the development of time and task management skills for students with disabilities impacting executive function.
• Meet with SAS students individually to support their transition to university life.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support in areas such as problem solving, navigating campus resources, and making appropriate referrals.
• Attend SAS outreach events to connect with current and prospective SAS students.

Peer Group Engagement

• Help plan and co-lead small group sessions focused on study skills, time management, and navigating student life with a disability.
• Encourage peer interaction and mutual support among students participating in SAS programs.
• Monitor and support students in SAS group study spaces.

Administration & Communication

• Keep accurate records of peer interactions and group participation as required.
• Communicate regularly with SAS staff regarding student needs or concerns that arise during peer sessions.
• Assist with tracking and reporting of student use of service.
• Assist with updating resources in the Learning Strategy area.

Training

• Overview of services provided by the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre.
• Training on the SAS database and appointment management system (OASIS).
• Sensitivity training with regards to awareness of disability etiquette.
• Confidentiality and FIPPA training.
• Training from relevant SAS staff to develop an understanding of the impact disability-related issues on academic performance.
• Training from the Learning Strategist in written expression interventions/strategies, reading strategies, memory strategies, and time management/executive functioning strategies.
• Training from the Assistant Technologist & Learning Strategist in relevant technologies and apps.

Qualifications

• Lived experience as a student identifying as having a disability and/or experience utilizing post-secondary services providing academic accommodations.
• Intersectionality with other campus equity-seeking communities an asset.
• 2 + years as a student at Brock University with a solid understanding of university navigation and campus resources.
• Current undergraduate student in good academic standing. Please note: graduate students are not eligible for this role.
• Keen interest in the accessibility/disability/inclusion field.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate strong presentation and group facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to juggle the demands of academic studies and extracurricular activities.
• Empathy and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Experience working with or understanding of accessibility, disability services, or equity-based student support.
• Empathy, confidentiality, and a student-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Contract details

• Hourly rate: $17.60
• Weekly hours: maximum 7 hours per week (excluding reading weeks and university closures)
• Contract duration: Sep 14 2026 - Apr 30 2027

Applicants must be current undergraduate students and submit both a cover letter and resume.

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . As a stude