Clinical data coordinator Jobs in Surrey, BC

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Canadians living with vision loss?

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. Learn more about VLRC at visionlossrehab.ca or call .

Position Title: Clinical Service Coordinator

Location: New Westminster, BC

Status: Full-time, Contract – till March 17, 2028; existing vacancy

Reports To: Manager, Healthcare Operations

Compensation: $38 - $42/ hour

Posting Date: September 3, 2026

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

Why Join VLRC?

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in an innovative Hospital-to-Home transition program that improves outcomes for individuals adjusting to vision loss. You will work alongside healthcare providers, rehabilitation specialists, and community partners to help clients regain independence, access critical supports, and successfully navigate life beyond hospital discharge. The role offers meaningful client impact, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and the opportunity to help shape innovative approaches to integrated rehabilitation care.

I. Position Summary

The Clinical Service Coordinator is responsible for supporting individuals experiencing vision loss as they transition from hospital to home and community-based rehabilitation services. Serving as the primary point of contact from referral through service delivery, this role provides case management, care coordination, system navigation, and client advocacy to ensure individuals receive timely access to rehabilitation, healthcare, and community supports.

Working closely with hospitals, healthcare providers, clients, families, and VLRC's interdisciplinary team, the Clinical Service Coordinator helps remove barriers to care, supports successful transitions, and promotes client independence, safety, and quality of life. Success in this role requires strong case management, discharge and transition planning, care coordination, sound clinical judgment, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate complex healthcare and community service systems. Knowledge of vision rehabilitation is an asset; however, comprehensive training related to vision loss, rehabilitation pathways, and VLRC services will be provided.

II. Key Responsibilities

Client Assessment, Case Management & Service Planning

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients referred to the Hospital-to-Home Program, leading intake, needs assessment, service planning, and coordination of supports throughout the transition from hospital to community-based rehabilitation.
• Conduct intake, needs and risk assessments to identify client goals, rehabilitation priorities, support requirements, and barriers to independence and community living.
• Develop and monitor individualized service plans that connect clients with appropriate rehabilitation, healthcare, and community resources.
• Apply sound judgment to prioritize referrals, identify safety or psychosocial concerns, and facilitate timely intervention or referral when required.
• Establish baseline outcomes and monitor progress to support successful transitions and achievement of client goals.

Care Coordination and Healthcare Transitions

• Coordinate admission to VLRC services and facilitate timely commencement of appropriate rehabilitation supports.
• Collaborate with hospitals, healthcare providers, community organizations, and referral partners to develop integrated transition plans and support positive client outcomes.
• Assess discharge readiness, support systems, living circumstances, and service requirements to ensure continuity of care across providers and settings.
• Serve as the central liaison among clients, families, healthcare professionals, and rehabilitation teams, facilitating communication, problem-solving, and shared care planning to rehabilitation, healthcare, and community supports.
• Participate in case conferences, discharge-planning discussions, and interdisciplinary care meetings.
• Support clients and families in navigating complex healthcare and community systems while advocating for access to appropriate services and resources.

Documentation, Outcomes and Follow-Up

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of client interactions, assessments, service plans, outcomes, and follow-up activities in compliance with organizational and professional standards.
• Monitor client progress, service delivery metrics, and rehabilitation outcomes to support informed decision-making and program effectiveness.
• Facilitate successful transitions of care by coordinating follow-up activities, resolving outstanding service needs, and supporting planned case closures

Quality, Safety and Program Development

• Identify and elevate clinical, psychosocial, accessibility, and service-related risks in accordance with organizational standards.
• Contribute to program evaluation, quality improvement, and outcome measurement initiatives that support evidence-informed practice and continuous service enhancement.
• Analyze emerging trends, service gaps, and system barriers to inform recommendations that improve client access, care coordination, and rehabilitation outcomes.
• Foster collaborative partnerships through education, consultation, and outreach that increase awareness of vision rehabilitation services and strengthen integrated care pathways.
• Support the ongoing development and refinement of hospital-to-home programs, referral pathways, and service delivery models.
• Other duties as required.

III. What You’ll Bring to the Role

• Experience coordinating care and services for individuals with complex health, rehabilitation, or psychosocial needs.
• Advanced care coordination and case-management skills.
• Strong assessment, problem-solving, and clinical judgment skills, with the ability to identify priorities, risks, and opportunities for intervention.
• Proven ability to manage multiple clients, competing priorities, and timelines in a fast-paced healthcare or community setting.
• Exceptional relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Knowledge of healthcare, rehabilitation, community support, and social service systems, with the ability to navigate services and advocate for client needs.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• A commitment to person-centered, culturally responsive, and accessible service delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Rehabilitation Sciences, Health Sciences, Disability Management, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum three years of experience in care coordination, hospital discharge planning, healthcare transitions, rehabilitation services, complex care, community health, or a related setting.
• Experience working within interdisciplinary healthcare or community-based teams to support individuals with complex medical, functional, psychosocial, or accessibility needs.
• Knowledge of vision rehabilitation and the impact of vision loss is considered an asset.

Additional Requirements

• Registration in good standing with a relevant provincial regulatory body (e.g., Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Nursing) is considered an asset.
• Equivalent combinations of education and directly related experience will be considered.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.
• Current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check

At VLRC, your work has real impact. Join a team that empowers Canadians with vision loss to live independently, and where your growth, well-being, and contributions matter. We offer:

• Comprehensive benefits, including health, vision, dental, corporate discounts, and an 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, a joy-in-work wellness program, and mental health supports

Join us to grow your career and make a difference every day.

Inclusion, Accessibility & Accommodation

VLRC is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. 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 people who are blind, partially sighted, or deafblind, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ communities. We strongly encourage people with sight loss to apply. Direct lived experience is valued as an asset. The successful candidate may be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check, depending on the role.

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We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. If you bring passion, transferable skills, and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply! VLRC does not use AI tools in its screening, assessment, or selection process.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected to move forward may be invited to participate in interviews, assessments, reference checks, and/or background checks, depending on the role.

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

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