Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

March of Dimes Canada (MODC) is a federally registered national charity that offers a wide variety of programs and services to Canadians living with disabilities. Since 1951, March of Dimes Canada has been on the forefront of the disability movement with a mission that is dedicated to maximizing the independence, personal empowerment and community participation of people with disabilities. Through our Culture Code we live the values of:_We Are One Team, We Are Accountable to Ourselves and Each Other, and We Adapt and Grow Together_.

**Profile**

The **Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (VRS) **is responsible for assisting CPP-D clients by offering vocational rehabilitation services including counselling and case management. The VRS is responsible for building a suitable vocational plan for each client based on objective evidence provided by CPP-D, health providers and the client themselves. The VRS is responsible for providing exceptional case management to assist clients to progress through their vocational plan and provide additional support as required.

**Duties**
- Accept referral and review the client plan/documentation as provided by the referral source

Provide services to individuals with disabilities and are challenged by employment barriers
- Assist individuals with disabilities to identify realistic employment options through initial vocational assessment, vocational testing, assessments and vocational exploration
- Conduct transferable skills analysis and labour market research
- Complete Individual Vocational Return to Work plans based on transferable skills, labour market research and capacity to engage in meaningful work
- Create resumes and cover letters tailored to client’s needs and employment objectives
- Provide and support job placement services including job development, coordination of on the job supports, job site analysis and job accommodation
- Provide employment and motivational counseling
- Case manage services to ensure timely and cost effective service delivery
- Complete required service reports
- Provide employment and motivational counseling
- Achieve quality service standards for client satisfaction, timely delivery of service and employment outcomes Create and maintain case files and service plans that are current and reflective of clients’ evolving needs

**Qualifications**
- Security Clearance at Reliability Status Level.
- University degree in Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Human Services or Vocational Rehabilitation.
- Current active, valid designation as a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP).
- Minimum of three years’ experience working in Vocational Rehabilitation with people with disabilities
- Sensitivity to issues/barriers that people with disabilities experience
- Familiarity with current methods of vocational rehabilitation, career counseling including assessment, service planning, job search skills, job analysis and job placement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
- Well-developed time management, organization and teamwork skills
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to document, maintain records and write reports
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Travel will be required

**Compensation**

Compensation for this role is competitive with industry standards. March of Dimes Canada offers a comprehensive benefits package, to meet individual and family needs, and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan to its employees.

**Application**

Please submit the accompanying MODC Internal Application for Employment to Tiffany MacIntyre

March of Dimes Canada has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by receiving all required doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada at least 14 days prior to the commencement of their employment, or as otherwise recommended by public health authorities. We will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who are unable to be vaccinated for medical reasons or on the basis of any other protected ground, as required under applicable human rights legislation.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: One location