Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Manulife; Calgary; Remote; CAD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a dedicated Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to support the return-to-work efforts of members of the Canadian Armed Forces. This engaging role involves crafting tailored rehabilitation strategies, managing budgets, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, problem-solving, and multitasking, ensuring a smooth transition back to work for clients. Join a team committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying a flexible, remote work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Insurance

Mental Health Support

Flexible Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Degree in Health Sciences preferred, focusing on Psychology, Counseling, or Nursing.
• Experience in vocational rehabilitation or with the Canadian Armed Forces.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement vocational rehabilitation strategies for claimants.
• Manage budgets and facilitate timely return to work for claimants.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Conflict Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Analytical Skills

Education

University degree in Health Sciences

Accredited Rehabilitation Professional (ARP)

Canadian Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CCRC)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The National Rehabilitation Service is looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist, providing vocational rehabilitation services to eligible members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

The incumbent will be responsible for facilitating the return to work of plan members through customized return-to-work strategies designed in collaboration with clients, colleagues, and care providers. A typical workday involves meeting with plan members and healthcare professionals and coordinating activities with care providers to ensure a smooth return to work.

The Rehabilitation Specialist's responsibilities include budget management and planning, as well as implementing return-to-work programs. Duties may also include mediation and negotiation sessions with interested parties. The position requires an outstanding ability to multi-task, a flexible approach, and the ability to prioritize, given the often-conflicting demands of tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Developing, monitoring, and implementing innovative and goal-oriented vocational rehabilitation strategies for claimants in receipt of disability benefits.

• Contributing to the overall profitability of Group Disability by facilitating more timely return to work for claimants.

• Work with Policyholders to develop creative return to work solutions

• Budget management

• Provide effective communication to policy holders and members, and various medical professionals, often delivering complex and/or difficult messages

• Vendor Management: ensuring the most effective and efficient treatments are available to our claimants.

Special Conditions: This role is from a home-based office and regional travel will be required. You will be responsible for managing a rehabilitation case load covering the geographical area of Alberta- Canadian Armed Forces Transition Centers, Cold Lake and surrounding areas.

Preferred Qualifications:

Educational:

• Related University degree; preference will be given to those candidates with Health Sciences related education with a focus in Psychology, Counseling or Nursing.

• Professional recognition like the Accredited Rehabilitation Professional (ARP) and/or Canadian Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CCRC) is an asset.

Professional:

• Experience in vocational rehabilitation or Canadian Armed Forces

• Sound knowledge of Rehabilitation Industry Standards, Disability Insurance and medical terminology, and Disability and Rehabilitation management best practices

• Experience managing budgets in a professional setting

• Valid driver's license and car is required to travel to various locations

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Comfortable giving presentations to large groups (Virtually or in Person)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Bilingual (oral and written) in French and English is an asset.

• Prior military experience would be a strong asset.

Attributes:

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize when caseloads may be large and complex.

• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills

• Ability to make difficult decisions which may have significant impact on claimants and our Business independently

• Proven problem-solving skills.

• Strength in working independently and in a cohesive team environment

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Proven analytical, and organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to think of creative solutions to rehabilitation problems

• Interest in helping others make gainful return to employment

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Primary Location

Alberta, Full Time Remote

Semana de Trabajo Comprimida

Remoto

Salary range is expected to be between

$51,375.00 CAD - $85,625.00 CAD

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