Employment Specialist for Students with Disabilities

  • Location: Jennifer Keeping Accessibility Centre
  • Competition Number: AS024P
  • Deadline: September 4, 2020 at 11:59 pm

CBU invites applications for a full-time limited term position in the Jennifer Keeping Accessibility Centre. The position will commence immediately after selection or shortly thereafter and end in June 2021.

The successful candidate will develop positive experiences between employers and students with disabilities in order to improve employment outcomes.  This position provides support to students with disabilities in securing employment including co-op placements, internships, practicum placements, summer jobs and part-time employment.

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Qualified are required to apply online to provide:

  • a letter of application quoting the reference number (AS024P) and identifying your education and experience as it relates to this position;
  • a resume; and
  • complete contact information of three work related references.

Applications must be received by 11:59PM, 4 September 2020. Applicants who apply by email will receive a return email confirming receipt.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Once a successful candidate has been chosen, all applicants shall be notified of their status.

Cape Breton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, visible minorities, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply but applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Cape Breton University

Human Resources Dept.

1250 Grand Lake Road

Sydney, NS B1M 1A2