Vocational Specialist

Lifemark Health Group; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifemark Health Group in Surrey is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team on a full-time basis. You will work with referral sources to provide job search support to WorkSafe BC clients and help clients develop employment plans.

Responsibilities include reviewing employment histories, assessing barriers, delivering job search workshops, preparing resumes and cover letters, conducting labor market research, and arranging job placements.

Qualifications

• University degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in vocational rehabilitation.
• CVRP or related designation asset.
• Strong understanding of the local labour market.
• Willingness to travel to Lifemark clinics.

Responsibilities

• Review employment history, education, and experience in vocational profiles.
• Assess transferable skills and employment barriers.
• Provide job search workshops, resumes, and cover letters.
• Conduct labor market research and identify return-to-work options.
• Provide job placement support and career counselling.
• Maintain client confidentiality and collaborate with team.

Skills

Vocational rehabilitation

Career counselling

Job search skills

Labor market research

Communication

Education

University degree

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $70,000.00 Annually

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Location: Hybrid/Remote

Status: Full Time

Lifemark Health Group is seeking a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team at our Surrey clinic on a Full-Time basis. The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist will work in collaboration with the referral source to provide job search support services to WorkSafe BC clients. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of our clients through assisting individuals who may have been injured on the job in developing employment plans. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to conduct job search training and provide job search counselling for our clients who are seeking to re-enter the workforce.

Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing vocational profiles regarding employment history, education and experience
• Assessing transferable skills and employment barriers
• May also be responsible for:
• Facilitating job search workshops
• Completing resumes and cover letters
• Conducting labor market research
• Identify suitable job options and return to work plans
• Marketing clients to prospective employers
• Providing job placement support, career and employment counselling
• Willingness to take on other roles as needed, support team members
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive client and organizational information
• Collaborate with team members to achieve shared goals and responsibilities
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports
• Provide exceptional customer service to clients Collaborate with team members to achieve shared goals and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• University degree preferred (psychology, education, kinesiology, health sciences, rehabilitation etc.)
• Minimum 2 years experience within the provision of vocational rehabilitation (employment planning/career counselling and/or job search skills/job placement))
• CVRP or other related professional designation and/or eligibility to obtain designation would be an asset.
• Candidates should have a strong understanding of the local labour market
• Willingness to travel to Lifemark clinic as clients require

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca