WCG Services Hiring For Rehabilitation Service Specialist (RSS) – Remote – Nova Scotia at Halifax, NS Full Time

Program: RSVP – Permanent Full-Time
Location: Remote – Nova Scotia

Who we’re looking for

Rehabilitation Service Specialist (RSS)

Like WCG, you believe in the power of work to transform lives. As an RSS, you will work remotely as part of a team supporting WCG Services and 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 Lifemark and WCG Services. These roles will be starting in the fall of 2022.

The RSS has a passion for working within motivated, diverse, and engaged teams. A background in medical, psychosocial, or vocational 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 vocational and medical/psychosocial rehabilitation goals, by providing support.

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 provide recommendations for services to support Participants to reach their rehabilitation goals
• 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 is required (including, but not limited to, Registered Occupational Therapist, Registered Social Worker, Registered Nurse, Certified Kinesiologist)
• 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
• Experience working with a variety of health professionals and disciplines in an inter-disciplinary team environment.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A diverse and inclusive workplace with a track record of high employee engagement and teamwork

For complete job requirements, see the full Job Description here.

WCG is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to achieving a workplace that is equitable and representative of Canada’s diverse population. We actively work to attract, develop, and retain employees from diverse and equity-deserving backgrounds who have exceptional ability and the desire to make a difference. We continuously strive to support individual needs and differences in a work environment that is built on inclusivity and respect for everyone.

WCG is committed to providing an accessible, barrier free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise us if you require accommodation in advance of any part of the recruitment and selection process.

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