At a Glance
- Tasks: Help veterans achieve wellness through tailored rehabilitation plans and support.
- Company: Join Lifemark, a passionate team dedicated to transforming lives.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible health benefits, remote work, and professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Canadian veterans and their families.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and experience in rehabilitation assessments.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 75200 $ per year.
Permanent Full-Time position located in Halifax, NS, with the opportunity to work from home in the Atlantic Region.
As a Rehabilitation Service Specialist (RSS), you will be part of a team that delivers a wide range of rehabilitation services to veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families. Your role is critical in establishing trust and building rapport with participants through effective communication, proactive case management, and expert planning.
What you’ll do:
- Determine required rehabilitation assessments to further assess participants’ capacity for improvement and clarify rehabilitation needs.
- Ensure services and plans are needs-based, goal-oriented, and align with program mandates.
- Develop thorough Rehabilitation Plans in consultation with participants, their families, Rehabilitation Service Professionals (RSPs), and Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Case Managers.
- Act as the service integrator, collaborating with medical, psycho-social, and vocational RSPs.
- Empower participants to problem-solve by exploring community-based interventions and resources.
- Identify barriers or risk factors contributing to suboptimal outcomes and develop strategies.
What you bring:
- A bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Rehabilitation, Social Sciences, Health Services, Human Services, or a related field.
- Health professional designation (e.g., Registered Social Worker, Kinesiologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Registered Nurse; or Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional).
- Experience in conducting medical, psycho-social, or vocational rehab assessments.
- Experience working with individuals facing mental or physical health challenges.
- Experience analyzing and interpreting assessments to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Experience working in an inter-disciplinary team environment.
- Employment conditional on obtaining federal security clearance – Reliability Status.
- A reliable vehicle and the ability to travel.
Preferred Criteria:
- Bilingual (French/English).
- Experience working with employers, community resources, and training institutions.
- Preference given to qualified former CAF members.
Why choose Lifemark?
- Competitive starting salary of $75,200.00.
- Comprehensive and flexible health and dental benefits.
- Lifemark Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee discounts and stock purchase plan.
- Paid vacation and wellness days.
- Annual continuing education allowance of $1500.
- Ongoing internal training and development opportunities.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace.
Inclusion: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
Accommodation: Accommodations are available on request for all candidates participating in the recruitment process.
Rehabilitation Service Specialist employer: Lifemark
Lifemark Health Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Brampton, ON, where innovation meets community health. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will benefit from mentorship opportunities, a supportive culture, and access to cutting-edge technologies while enjoying perks like a hybrid work model, wellness days, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join us to be part of a leading healthcare provider that values inclusivity and empowers its team members to thrive both personally and professionally.
