Job Description

We are looking for a creative, high-energy leader with a degree in Social Work. As the Accessibility Advisor, you will work with a diverse group of students to implement strategies and accommodation to support their success. You will be responsible for maintaining a caseload of students conducting needs assessments and referrals. You will liaise with other community organizations to build relationships and advocate for students. You will provide inspiring leadership and strategic coordination for the University\'s accessibility program throughout the institution.

Reporting to the Registrar and Associate Vice President, Student Life, this is a position with varied and competing demands. You have the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment. You are a strong communicator with the ability to handle multiple, competing expectations with diplomacy.

You have a relevant degree (preferably in Social Work) and experience in coordinating case plans. You also possess extensive experience with accessibility programs and services, ideally in a post-secondary education environment. To assist your ability to function effectively, you possess knowledge of current best practices related to accessibility in a post-secondary environment.

Candidates with an acceptable combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, quoting the competition number to: Yukon University, Human Resource Services, at hr@yukonu.ca

Quoting the employment opportunity number, please send your cover letter and resume to: Human Resource Services
Yukon University, Box 2799
Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A 5K4
Fax: 867 668 8896
Email:

Applicants should clearly outline all relevant qualifications since selection for interview will be based on applications submitted. A statement of qualifications, which outlines the selection standards, and a position description are available in PDF format for all Bargaining Unit positions, by following the links above.

Please be prepared to provide official transcripts upon request.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Yukon University