Bilingual Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist

Manulife • CAN, Alberta - Full Time Remote, ON

6d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Bilingual Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will support our Plan Members in their return-to-work journey by designing and implementing individualized, outcome-focused rehabilitation strategies. Working collaboratively with clients, healthcare professionals, and external partners, you will play a critical role in helping individuals regain meaningful and sustainable employment. This is a home-based position, with regional travel required to meet with clients and stakeholders.

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field; preference for Health Sciences, Psychology, Counselling or Career Development.
• 5+ years of vocational rehabilitation experience, or equivalent experience in active rehabilitation.
• Fully bilingual (French/English): The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English and French in order to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec.
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation industry standards, disability insurance, medical terminology, and case management best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management within a professional environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, with a collaborative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high performance and accountability.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for regional travel.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage personalized vocational rehabilitation and return-to-work programs, ensuring alignment with best practices and client goals.
• Develop innovative, goal-oriented strategies to support individuals receiving disability benefits in returning to meaningful employment.
• Manage program budgets, including planning, monitoring, and ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders—including clients, healthcare providers, employers, and vendors—to create effective and sustainable return-to-work solutions.
• Facilitate the transition of ill and injured members of the Canadian Forces into post-release employment.
• Conduct client assessments, coordinate services, and oversee vendor engagement to ensure seamless program delivery.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally to clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed, high-quality reports in accordance with departmental standards.

Benefits

• health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans.
• various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions)
• financial education and counseling resources.
• generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level