Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

237 Camelot St, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 4B2, Canada

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

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At March of Dimes Canada,
our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide. Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision
, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward.

Vision:An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities.

Mission:To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Skills Development and Employment ensures that people with disabilities find and keep meaningful jobs by matching them with employers seeking qualified job candidates. In addition, they offer support with assessments, rehabilitation and child and youth programs.

The opportunity

The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (VRS) provides direct vocational rehabilitation services to adults facing employment barriers. This role involves delivering a range of services including skills and interest assessments, confirmation of suitable employment options, individualized employment planning, active job search support, and follow-up to ensure successful employment outcomes. The VRS works closely with clients to support their career goals and facilitate workforce integration, contributing to high-quality rehabilitation outcomes.

Services are delivered under Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) and Canada Pension Plan – Disability (CPP‑D) agreements, ensuring alignment with contractual, regulatory, and organizational requirements.

Reporting directly to the Program Manager, Skills Development and Employment (Rehabilitation Portfolio), the VRS ensures that services are delivered in alignment with program objectives, organizational policies, and applicable legislation, while promoting service excellence and continuous improvement.

• Accept referrals and review client plans/documentation from WSIB or CPPD.
• Provide vocational rehabilitation services to adults facing employment barriers.
• WSIB-focused activities:
  • Confirm suitable employment opportunities for return-to-work.
  • Advise and support clients in active job search strategies, including resume preparation, interview techniques, and employment planning.
  • Follow up on placements to ensure successful integration.
• CPPD-focused activities:
  • Conduct vocational assessments and professional exploration to determine career pathways.
  • Document suitable employment and develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
  • Provide ongoing follow-up to support implementation of rehabilitation plans and program objectives.
• Conduct labour market research and transferable skills analyses.
• Collect and share information on labour market trends, professional requirements, and access conditions.
• Negotiate employment opportunities with employers as needed.
• Ensure client satisfaction and adherence to quality standards.

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in vocational rehabilitation, employability, career guidance, or related fields.
• Member or eligible for membership in a professional association (CVRP, VRA Canada, OCCOQ).
• Strong knowledge of the labour market.
• Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license required.
• Hybrid work arrangement (as applicable).
• This role…