January 22, 2026
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Disability Support Specialist

Organization:
York University
Region:
Ontario
Application deadline:
February 28, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Professionals
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 Division of Equity, People and Culture is committed to the Anishinaabe teaching of Mino Bimaaddiziwin, the Good Life, across all facets of York University. Our goal is to help nurture an environment where we all have a stronger sense of connection, inclusion, and well-being. This is our shared responsibility. We aim to invest in our people and to create an inclusive and equitable environment for all.

Reporting to the Manager, Employee Well-Being, the Disability Support Specialist (DSS) contributes to the advancement of an integrated model of disability management and to the advancement of a culture of well-being. This position provides expert advice and guidance to academic administrators and non-academic managers, staff and faculty members, multiple unions and third-party partners regarding complex disability support, accommodation and return to work cases. This includes liaison with both internal and external partners to adjudicate and manage claims and support/facilitate safe and timely return to work and accommodation (medical and family status), for complex short-term absences, long-term disability, and WSIB claims.

As part of the Health, Safety & Employee Well-Being (HSEWB) team, this role participates in the development and implementation of occupational health and safety and workplace wellness programs and initiatives.

Requirements

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

Education: 

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a specialization in areas of disability studies and business.

Experience:

4 years progressive experience in a related field such as disability / WSIB claims management, health & safety, human resources, or occupational health, including experience with complex claims management in a unionized environment.

Salary & Benefits

Hiring Salary Range:$87,190 - $94,654 (FTE annual)

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/ 

 

 

Other relevant information
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 113242.
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