RHSS – Rehabilitation Service Specialist

Job title:

RHSS – Rehabilitation Service Specialist

Company

Lifemark

Job description

Like Lifemark, you believe in the power of work to transform lives. As a Rehabilitation Service Specialist (RSS), you’re part of a team that delivers a wide range of rehabilitation services to veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families. We are an organization of driven and passionate people who are working together to make a difference in the lives of Canadian Veterans and their families. We provide support, care, and recognition that Canadian Veterans and their families deserve.Lifemark’s Rehabilitation Services and Vocational Assistance Program (RSVP) is delivered on behalf of Veterans Affairs Canada and in partnership with WCG. The RSS is the single point of contact for Participants throughout the entire program. The RSS role is critical in establishing trust and building rapport with the Participant through timely effective communication, pro-active case management, and expert ability to plan.As an expert on developing comprehensive rehabilitation plans, you make a difference at the personal and community level by ensuring Veterans achieve their optimal wellness and receive the best support possible.What you’ll doDetermine required rehabilitation assessments to further assess Participant’s capacity for improvement and clarify rehabilitation needs and coordinate as requiredEnsure services and plans are needs-based, goal-oriented and align to program mandates of improving the six functional domains of well-being and reduce/eliminate barriers to re-establishment and are safe, cost-effective and of high qualityDevelop thorough Rehabilitation Plan for program Participants in consultation with the Participant, their family/caregiver, Rehabilitation Service Professionals (RSPs) and the Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) Case ManagerAct as the service integrator, collaborating equally with medical, psycho-social and vocational RSPs delivering services to participantsEmpower Participant to problem-solve by exploring options of community-based interventions and resources to achieve desired outcomesIdentify barriers or risk factors contributing to suboptimal outcomes and pro-actively develop and implement strategiesWhat you bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counselling, Rehabilitation, Social Sciences, Health Services, Human Services or a related field.
• Health professional designation (Registered Social Worker, Kinesiologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Registered Nurse; or
• A Certified Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP or a CVRP-F); OR in Québec, Career Counsellors registered with the Ordre des conseillers et conseillères d’orientation du Québec

and:A minimum of 3 year experience in the direct provision of medical, psycho-social or vocational rehabilitation services or a combination (thereof to participants) including the following:

• Experience in conducting the medical psycho social or vocational rehab 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 making recommendations, based upon critical analysis of information. Leading to the development of a comprehensive plan and program of care. and;
• Experience working with variety of health professionals and disciplines in an inter-disciplinary team environment.
• Employment conditional on obtaining federal security clearance – Reliability Status.
• A reliable vehicle and the ability to travel

Preferred CriteriaBilingual (French / English)Experience working with employers, community resources, and training institutionsPreference given to qualified former CAF membersIf you don’t quite have the above credentials but feel passionate about this role and your ability to do it successfully, please APPLY ANYHOW! Tell us in your application why you believe you would be a great fit. We believe in developing talent and have a wide range of opportunities to support passionate team members as they grow towards their employment goals.Why choose Lifemark?Work from home and earn a competitive starting salary of $75,200.00Comprehensive and flexible health and dental choices with Flex benefitsLifemark Employee Assistance ProgramShoppers Drug Mart Employee Discount (30%)Employee Stock Purchase PlanPaid vacation and Wellness daysAnnual continuing education allowance of $1500Goodlife Fitness Corporate Discount Gym MembershipOngoing internal training and development with opportunities for mentorshipA diverse and inclusive workplace with a track record of high employee engagement and teamworkNationally recognized brand with a strong digital presenceInclusion
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.
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Expected salary

$75200 per year

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:04:55 GMT

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