Faculty Lead, Disability Community Health

Reference: 112173
Duration: Temporary Contract
York University
Location: 4700 Keele Street, Toronto

Description:
York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.

The Faculty Lead, Disability Community Health serves in this capacity for the York University School of Medicine. The Faculty Lead, Disability Community Health plays a role in advising how to integrate disability health content into Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME). This role focuses on addressing the healthcare needs, barriers, and inequities faced by the disability community, promoting an inclusive and culturally competent approach to care. Reporting to the Dean of Record, School of Medicine, the Faculty Lead works in collaboration with committee members to support the integration of the complexities of disability health, advocacy, and accessibility in healthcare in the UGME curriculum. The Faculty Lead will provide recommendations on how to prepare future physicians to provide compassionate and equitable care to persons with disabilities. The role demonstrates a commitment to promoting decolonization, equity, diversity, and inclusion in medical education and fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, and lifelong learning.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring the following:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• Master’s Degree in a related field.
• Regulated Health Professional (registered and in good standing with the respective College)

Please note: This position requires verification of required degrees, training and credentials.

Experience:

• 3 years of experience with community relations in the Disability communities and who, via experience and/or expertise, can provide guidance on curriculum, admissions and research. Lived experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of disability community health, including the diverse needs and challenges faced by individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, sensory, and mental health disabilities.
• Knowledge of healthcare disparities, barriers, and inequities affecting the disability community and strategies to address them.
• Expertise in culturally competent care principles, especially in relation to disability community health and accessibility.
• Familiarity with curriculum development in medical education, particularly in integrating topics on disability, inclusivity, and advocacy.
• Knowledge of interdisciplinary approaches to disability community health, promoting collaboration with other health disciplines.
• Understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and decolonization principles as they apply to medical education and healthcare delivery.
• Knowledge of York University’s mission and commitment to diversity and inclusive education.

For full position details, including skills and knowledge requirements, and to apply to this exciting opportunity visit the External Career Portal (www.yorku.ca/jobs) and refer to posting 112173.

We offer comprehensive benefits and access to superb educational and recreational facilities. For more information on what York has to offer U please visit: http://hr.info.yorku.ca/benefits

Application Process:
Please apply online at: https://rita.cegid.cloud/go/681a2c9c6e59e8e7b08d946b/6818ffea6e59e8e7b08d6ad0/en