Rehabilitation Service Specialist

Description:

Like Lifemark, you believe in the power of work to transform lives. As an RSS with Lifemark you’ll work remotely as part of a team supporting Lifemark’s Vocational Assistance Program (RSVP) across Canada. This team makes a difference in the lives of Canada’s Veterans, their families, and communities by providing Rehabilitation Services. RSVP is delivered on behalf of Veterans Affairs Canada in partnership with WCG Services.

The 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 recommendations
• The RSS will also coordinate any assessments required for VAC’s Financial Benefits Programs (IRB and CFIS) outside of the Rehabilitation Program
  
   

What You Bring
 

• A current health professional designation, Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Services Professional (CVRP), or a Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Services Professional - Fellow (CVRP -F)
• A minimum of three (3) years experience in the direct provision of medical, psycho-social or vocational rehabilitation services (or a combination thereof) to Participants
• Experience conducting medical, psycho-social 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 or vocational assessments and making recommendations based upon critical analysis of information leading to the development of a comprehensive plan and program of care
• Experience working with a variety of health professionals and disciplines in an inter-disciplinary team environment.