Office Assistant

Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes people's lives? One that not only cares deeply about clients, but also values that its employees are its greatest asset?

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada is a unique health services organization that serves people who are blind or partially sighted across the country. Our certified specialists provide training that empowers clients to develop or to restore activities of daily living skills, to promote their independence, to enhance safety and mobility. We work closely with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other health care professionals, by providing essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces and communities across the country.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

Position Title: Office Assistant

Location: Saskatoon, SK

Term: Full-time, Temporary (8 weeks – Canada Summer Jobs)

Reports To: Manager, Healthcare Operations

Start Date: May 2025

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

This funded position through the Canada Summer Jobs Program will afford a student the opportunity to gain experience and learn practical skills associated with working in an organization that provides professional vision rehabilitation therapy.

VLRC is looking for an energetic dynamic individual who will assist and support the Regional Management Team, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Saskatchewan (VLRS) with administrative support in Saskatchewan for individuals of all ages living with vision loss.

II. Essential Functions

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:

1. As directed by management, work with VLRC staff on research and administrative projects.
2. Drives staff with vision loss, provides support, and orientation at their destination.
3. General office and administrative duties.
4. Scanning and inputting of client documentation into client database.
5. Complete evaluation at the end of placement to provide feedback on experience and provide a detailed report on activities/projects completed.
6. Other related duties as required.

Relationships:

• Student will be responsible for relationships with VLRC staff, clients, and volunteers.

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

1. Minimum two years post-secondary education preferably in business or health sciences.
2. Previous experience with individuals with vision loss preferred.
3. Excellent computer skills.
4. Excellent driving record, drivers abstract is required.
5. Professional, articulate, confident presenter.
6. Superior interpersonal skills, excellent public speaking and writing skills, and effective communicator among a diverse audience.
7. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and independently.
8. Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
9. Flexible schedule.
10. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
11. Criminal record check will be a condition of employment.

Work Environment:

• Student will receive VLRC orientation.

• Student will be trained in Sighted Guide.

• Student will receive overview of Health & Safety for VLRC and training, including COVID-19 protocols.

• Increased knowledge of issues relating to persons who are blind or partially sighted.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the funding associated with this position, you must be:

1. between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
2. a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Protection Act
3. legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations. International students are not eligible.

Apply Now!

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now to janice.rego@vlrehab.ca

Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

VLRC is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive workplace and we are committed to a fair, transparent, and accessible recruitment process. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or deafblind, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. We strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss. Direct lived experience would be a definite asset.

VLRC is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Vulnerable Sector Check.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway! We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. If you possess similar experience to what we’ve listed above, we encourage you to apply. We believe that diverse experience, transferable skills, and passion are key!

We thank all applicants for their interest in VLRC, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date for Applications: April 25, 2025