Certified Vocational Professional

VPI is a Service Provider for Employment Ontario, which is funded by the Ontario Government to support jobseekers and employers. VPI has been delivering employment programs for more than 30 years. We are based in Mississauga and have 17 branches across Southern Ontario. Our organizational values rest on 4-pillars which are Ethics, Passion, Innovation, and Courage which support the desire and passion to make a positive and sustainable impact for the individuals we serve.

VPI Employment Services embraces and encourages inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices and creating a work environment that encourages and supports our team members be their authentic selves.

We are seeking out individuals who have the passion and drive to make a positive and sustainable impact for the individuals we serve. Providing exceptional client experience; creating an environment where clients feel safe, heard, supported, and see progression with skill development, and life stabilization support, leading to sustainable employment and career development.

We are looking for a Permanent Full-time, Certified Vocational Professional to work based out of Skymark, Head office, Mississauga. This position is hybrid remote.

Key Job Functions
- Provide vocational rehabilitation services to adults who have sustained injuries or illnesses and are challenged by employment barriers.
- Provide vocational counseling, case management, job coaching and referrals as necessary.
- Complete Transferable Skills analysis and Labour Market Evaluations.
- Responsible for the formulation of a comprehensive report detailing evaluation/service results and recommendations for further rehabilitation and/or career planning services as necessary.
- Complete progress reports.
- Work with employers to implement necessary work accommodations.
- Client monitoring and reporting; Managing the caseload so that individuals receive the appropriate level of support in the early stages of employment and / or training.
- Provides vocational rehabilitation services such as (but not limited to) career counseling, facilitation of job preparation workshops, resume/cover letter preparation, interview skills, and overall management and follow-up of services requested.
- Formulate sound vocational action plans, having regard for all reviewed medical documentation, and intellectual and socioeconomic factors.

Skills and Abilities
- Secondary Education, training and/or experience in Vocational Rehabilitation.
- Experience working in Vocational Rehabilitation with people with disabilities.
- Knowledge of the progression of injury, disability, and rehabilitation.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
- Organizational skills
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to gather and evaluate data and make sound recommendations.
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to coordinate several vocational evaluation programs simultaneously.
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office software.
- Technical aptitude
- Comfortable working with new programs and systems.
- Ability to travel to locations as required daily on a daily basis.
- Ability to work with and communicate as a liaison between medical professionals, case managers, and other service providers.

Other requirements:

- A vehicle, valid driver’s license, and insurance

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