Vision Rehabilitation Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes people's lives? One that not only cares deeply about clients, but also values that its employees are its greatest asset?

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada is a unique health services organization that serves people who are blind or partially sighted across the country. Our certified specialists provide training that empowers clients to develop or to restore activities of daily living skills, to promote their independence, to enhance safety and mobility. We work closely with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other health care professionals, by providing essential care on a referral basis in homes, workplaces and communities across the country.

We offer competitive salaries and benefits, flexible schedules, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

For more information about Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, please visit visionlossrehab.ca or call 1-.

Position Title : Vision Rehabilitation Assistant

Location : Victoria, BC

Term : Full-time, Permanent

Reports To : Manager, Healthcare Operations

Salary : $26 – 31 / hourly

Date : July 16, 2025

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

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 patient wellness above all else.

The primary responsibilities include working in collaboration with our ACVREP certified Rehabilitation Specialists in the areas of Independent Living, Orientation and Mobility and Low Vision to carry out established rehabilitation activities or programs.

II. Essential Functions

This position entails, but is not limited to the following general responsibilities :

• 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 the rehabilitative treatment plans.
• Provides individuals with sight loss, the opportunity of reinforcement and practice of adaptive skills for independent living, in areas of personal management, household management, basic indoor orientation & mobility skills, low vision aids, basic keyboarding and technology.
• Assists the specialist 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.

Relationships

Problem Solving / Time Frame of Impact

Decision Autonomy

Requirements

III. Qualifications

Knowledge and Skill Requirements :

Experience and Education :

Benefits

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VLRC is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive workplace and we are committed to a fair, transparent, and accessible recruitment process. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or deafblind, and those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQ+.We strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss. Direct lived experience would be a definite asset.

VLRC is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Vulnerable Sector Check.

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway!

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. If you possess similar experience to what we’ve listed above, we encourage you to apply. We believe that diverse experience, transferable skills, and passion are key!

We thank all applicants for their interest in VLRC, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date for Applications : Until Filled