Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

7 days ago

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society Full time

Job Title:
Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Location:
Surrey Head Office

Start date:
ASAP
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is a registered non-profit organization that has been serving the community since 1987.

PICS Society provides a broad spectrum of programs and services which includes Employment Programs, Settlement Services, Language Services, Social Programs and Housing Services.

Our services assist new immigrants, seniors, women and youth.


To our regular employees, we provide a competitive wage, paid health and dental benefit plan, paid sick days, Municipal Pension Plan, an inclusive and friendly team-oriented work environment, and an opportunity to serve the community.


Job Summary:

The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist will provide employment services to WorksafeBC referred clients and will provide job search support and assistance to clients.


Responsibilities
- assesses and evaluates client's vocational rehabilitation needs on an ongoing basis as per the Worksafe BC rehab plan;
- assesses employment barriers and provide vocational counselling to develop return-to-work and develops action plans by engaging clients in discussions and collaborating with community professionals, case manager's and client advocates;
- coordinates client intake into supported employment services;
- conducts intake interviews and coordinates and ensures timely assessment, entrance and orientation of participants;
- provides job search support services and participates in job development, direct marketing and job search activities, developing networks and links with community employers and negotiating job accommodations and workplace agreements;
- maintains up-to-date information on labour market trends and job marketing techniques and ensures positions are consistent with the needs and interests of the client;
- provides ongoing support services to clients on an individual basis by telephone, at job sites, or through facilitating group meetings;
- ensure clients are meeting their goals and objectives by revisiting goals, highlighting accomplishments, and re-evaluating goals;
- provides education and support to employers on vocational rehabilitation and the Individual Placement and Support Model; and
- performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge and Experience
- completed degree or diploma in Social Services or related discipline supplemented by two years' experience in employment counseling and facilitation; OR equivalent combination of education and experience;
- certification as a Rehabilitation Professional with a recognized association;
- recent related experience providing vocational rehabilitation counselling; and
- educational Certificate in Disability Management is an asset.

Skills and Abilities
- ability to focus and concentrate on achieving consistent results;
- demonstrates initiative in meeting goals and targets;
- demonstrated ability in providing exceptional customer service and resolving issues both in person and in a virtual service delivery environment;
- ability to manage a large caseload while balancing between client services and outcome targets;
- strong interpersonal skills and capability of working with specialized populations;
- ability to facilitate employment workshops is an asset;
- excellent time management and organizational skills; and
- effective English verbal and written communication skills; fluency in Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu, or Dari is an asset.

Other Requirements
- ability to travel within Metro Vancouver for outreach;
- clean drivers abstract and a reliable vehicle insured for business use with $2 million liability; and
- clean criminal record (vulnerable sector).
- (PICS is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all who apply, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.)_

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:
- certification as a Rehabilitation Professional (preferred)

Work Location:
One location

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