Rehabilitation Assistant (permanent Full Time)

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada (VLRC) is a national health services organization dedicated to empowering people who are blind or partially sighted to live safely and independently. Our certified specialists provide client-centered rehabilitation, mobility training, and daily living skills programs that help clients build confidence and thrive. We work collaboratively with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other health care professionals, offering essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces, and communities across the country. We value our employees as our greatest asset — and we’re committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Position Title: Vision Rehabilitation Assistant

Term: Full-time, Permanent (Existing vacancy)

Reports To: Manager, Healthcare Operations

This position is responsible for completing a broad range of responsibilities and duties that will enhance the provision of Vision Loss Rehabilitation Services. The position requires a highly competent and well-organized health care professional who values safety, security and client wellness above all else. The primary responsibilities include working in collaboration with our ACVREP certified Rehabilitation Specialists in the areas of Vision Rehabilitation, Assistive Technology, Orientation and Mobility and Low Vision to carry out established rehabilitation activities to support achievement of goals or programs.

Under the direction of the Rehabilitation Specialists, receives referrals and assists with the implementation of rehabilitation plans/program.

• As part of a multidisciplinary team and in consultation with the specialist, provides input into the planning, implementation, modification, and evaluation of rehabilitative treatment plans.
• Demonstrates and teaches adaptive skills for independent living, in areas of personal management, household management, communication, basic indoor orientation & mobility skills utilizing vision enhancement tools, basic keyboarding and technology training.
• Assists Specialists with the maintenance and inventory of adaptive devices as appropriate and demonstrates consumer products and low vision aids.
• Assists in monitoring and evaluating treatment and care plans and reporting observations and progress to the specialist.
• Provides functional direction to the client and other collaterals to maximize the client's rehabilitation process.
• Maintains all case data and documentation consistent with VLRC Systems and Procedures.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team in service delivery, coordinates travel schedules and facilitates program development.

Close working relationship with all members of the rehabilitation team.

· Promotes an understanding and awareness of vision health related issues through consultation, public education, and in-service training.

Problem Solving/Time Frame of Impact

• Provides timely and creative solutions and recommends process improvements.
• Understands and abides by VLRC privacy and security policy.
• Demonstrates maturity and sensitivity, as well as possessing emotional and social stability when working with clients.
• Skilled in Microsoft software applications and ability to effectively care for computer hardware and learn various applications as applicable for the position
• Post-secondary education and/or prior experience in a Rehabilitation Assistant program, Occupational or Physical Therapy Assistant program, Social Work or related field preferred.
• Previous working/volunteering experience working with individuals who are blind or partially sighted or a combined loss of hearing and sight an asset.
• Clean Criminal Record required; Willingness to work flexible hours.
• Willingness to work in a variety of settings (virtually, VLRC clinic, client home, community settings etc.).
• Travel will be required.

Join a team that empowers Canadians with vision loss to live independently, and where your growth, well-being, and contributions matter. Comprehensive benefits for health, vision, dental, corporate discounts employee and family assistance program

Flexible work arrangements, generous paid time off, and work-life balance initiatives

Career development through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunities

Inclusive work culture with supportive teams, employee recognition, joy in work wellness program, and mental health supports

Inclusion, Accessibility & Accommodation

We welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, including those who are blind, partially sighted, or deafblind, women and 2SLGBTQ+. Direct lived experience is valued as an asset.