Summer Intervenor

Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada • St. John's, NL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

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.
The primary focus of this role is to support children, youth, and their families in the Summer Intervention Program. The Summer Intervention Program must meet four fundamental goals that are adapted for each child based on their individual strengths and needs: Prevention of Regression, Obtaining New Skills, Encouraging Integration, and Promote Independence.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or youth with disabilities
• Demonstrates organizational and time management skills
• Sensitivity to the needs of children with vision loss
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to work flexible hours
• At least sixteen years of age
• Clear Criminal Record Screening Certificate and Vulnerable Sector Check (from RNC) or Criminal Records Check (from RCMP)

Nice To Haves

• Direct lived experience would be a definite asset

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in Summer Intervention Program training
• Supports children and their families in the Summer Intervention Program
• Engages with the child in meaningful and goal-focused activities
• Maintains detailed and accurate documentation
• Regular communication with the family, and the Early Intervention Specialist
• Maintains confidentiality of children, youth and their families
• Conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times

Benefits

• competitive salaries
• flexible schedules
• opportunities for professional development and growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed