Vocational Rehabilitation Service Specialist (vocational Rss)

Halifax, NS, CA, Canada

Job Description

Vocational Rehabilitation Service Specialist (VOC RSS) Status: Permanent Full-time Opportunities

Location: Remote; Work from Home, Atlantic



Partners in Canadian Veterans Rehabilitation Services (PCVRS), a national provider for Veterans Affairs Canada, is now welcoming Veterans and their families into a newly expanded Rehabilitation Services and Vocational Assistance Program. The Rehabilitation Program provides access to medical, psycho-social and vocational services to help ensure a successful transition to life after service for Veterans.


The Vocational RSS has a passion for working amongst motivated, diverse and engaged teams. A background in rehabilitation services combined with an inspired vision and purpose, will ensure the organization maintains quality client service and an environment of continuous learning and improvement. As part of a strong and professional team, you make a difference at the personal and community level by ensuring veterans achieve their employment goals and receive the best support possible.

What You'll Do

• Be part of a team of Rehabilitation Service Specialists in the delivery and coordination of Rehabilitation Services for program participants
• Assist the team to provide superior participant-centered services that lead to successful outcomes in a timely and efficient manner
• Establish and meet caseload and performance metrics
• Ensure service standards and outcomes meet and exceed requirements
• Coordinate all assessments, interpret reports, and provide recommendations for services to support Participants to reach their rehabilitation goals
• The RSS will also coordinate any assessments required for VAC's Financial Benefits Programs (IRB and CFIS) outside of the Rehabilitation Program
• Coordinate and conduct Vocational Rehabilitation and Vocational Assistance assessments and interventions

What You Bring

• Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Services Professional (CVRP) , or a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Services Professional - Fellow (CVRP -F) , or Career Counsellors registered with the Ordre des conseillers et conseilleres d'orientation du Quebec.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience in the direct provision of medical, psycho-social and/or vocational rehabilitation services (or a combination thereof) to Participants
• Experience conducting medical, psycho-social and/or vocational rehabilitation assessments
• Experience working with persons living with mental or physical health problems creating barriers to civilian life
• Experience analyzing and interpreting medical, psycho-social and/or vocational assessments and making recommendations based upon critical analysis of information leading to the development of a comprehensive plan and program of care, and;
• Experience working with a variety of health professionals and disciplines in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Preferred Criteria:

• Bilingual (French/English)
• Experience working with employers, community resources, and training institutions
• Preference given to qualified former CAF members

Why Choose Lifemark?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive workplace with a track record of high employee engagement and teamwork

•Inclusion •

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. •Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.•

•Accommodation •

•Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at• •talent • •at• •lifemark.ca •

•Visit and Apply today! Visit www.lifemark.ca/careers •

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2367960
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Contract
  • Salary:
    Decline to state
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Halifax, NS, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned