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 1-844-887-8572.

Position Title: Summer Intervenor

Location: Positions across Newfoundland and Labrador, CA

Term: Part-time, Contract

Reports To: Provincial Manager, Healthcare Operations via Early Intervention Specialist

Salary: $16/hour

Date: May 13, 2025

I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities

The primary focus of this role is to support children, youth, and their families in the Summer Intervention Program.

II. Program Summary

The Summer Intervention Program must meet four fundamental goals that are adapted for each child based on their individual strengths and needs:

1. Prevention of Regression: Children who are experiencing vision loss and/or multiple disabilities may experience a regression of skills without a structured learning environment. Intervenors will provide opportunities for children to maintain knowledge and skills learned at home, in daycare, or in school.
2. Obtaining New Skills: Intervenors will encourage the development of new skills through structured activities that are adapted to meet the child's needs. The child's parents/guardians, Early Intervention Specialist, Teachers, or Itinerant Teachers can help with planning or modifying activities.
3. Encouraging Integration: Intervenors will help children with vision loss by encouraging integration and offering opportunities to participate in activities with other children in their community. Integration may also focus on reducing any socially inappropriate mannerisms or behaviours.
4. Promote Independence: Intervenors will help children with vision loss to maintain or improve their independence and self-image.

III. Role Expectations

The position entails, but is not limited to the following general 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 and

· Conducts themselves in a professional manner at all times.

Requirements

III. Qualifications

· 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).

Benefits

Apply Now!

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now to [email protected]

Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.
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: May 20, 2025