Bilingual Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist - Manulife, Quebec

AI Summary

Manulife is hiring a Bilingual Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist for a remote role based in Quebec. This position supports clients in their return-to-work journey by designing individualized vocational rehabilitation strategies. Key duties include managing programs and budgets, collaborating with stakeholders, and communicating complex information. Top requirements are 5+ years of vocational rehabilitation experience and full French/English bilingualism to support diverse clients.

About the Role: Empowering Return to Work

As a Bilingual Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist at Manulife, you will play a crucial role in empowering individuals to regain meaningful and sustainable employment. This home-based position involves regional travel to meet with clients and stakeholders, ensuring a personalized approach to each rehabilitation journey. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing tailored vocational rehabilitation and return-to-work programs, always aligning with best practices and the specific goals of our clients. Your work will involve developing innovative, goal-oriented strategies to support individuals receiving disability benefits, guiding them through every step of the process. Effective budget management, including planning, monitoring, and ensuring cost-effective delivery of services, is also a key component of this role. You will collaborate extensively with a wide range of stakeholders, including clients, healthcare providers, employers, and vendors, to create effective and sustainable return-to-work solutions. This includes facilitating the transition of ill and injured members of the Canadian Forces into post-release employment, providing vital support during a critical life change. You will conduct comprehensive client assessments, coordinate necessary services, and oversee vendor engagement to ensure seamless program delivery. The ability to communicate complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally to clients and stakeholders is paramount, as is preparing detailed, high-quality reports in accordance with departmental standards.

Key Qualifications and Manulife's Commitment

To excel in this role, candidates should possess a university degree in a relevant field, with a preference for Health Sciences, Psychology, Counselling, or Career Development. A minimum of five years of vocational rehabilitation experience, or equivalent experience in active rehabilitation, is essential. Full bilingualism in French and English is a mandatory requirement, as you will be required to support clients from various jurisdictions, including those outside of Quebec. Strong knowledge of rehabilitation industry standards, disability insurance, medical terminology, and case management best practices is critical for success. Demonstrated experience in budget management within a professional environment is also required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to convey complex information effectively, supporting our clients and partners. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, coupled with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset, are highly valued. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making capabilities. The ability to work independently while maintaining high performance and accountability, along with a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for regional travel, completes the profile. Manulife is committed to empowering employees to learn and grow, offering a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are prioritized, supporting you in shaping the future you want to see.