Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
Business and/or industry
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Various locations
Social service or charity agency
Vocational rehabilitation
Responsibilities
Tasks
Assess need for assistance, such as rehabilitation, financial aid or further training
Evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and the patient’s outcomes
Interview clients to obtain employment history, educational background and career goals
Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems
Refer clients to the appropriate external services
Identify barriers to employment and assist clients with such matters as job readiness skills, job search strategies, writing résumés and preparing for job interviews
Develop and implement counselling and intervention programs to assist clients in determining goals and means of attaining them
Administer and interpret tests designed to determine the interests, aptitudes and abilities of clients
Collect labour market information for clients regarding job openings, entry and skill requirements and other occupational information
Provide established workers with information and strategies for dealing with job dissatisfaction,
making mid-career changes and adjusting to workplace transitions
Provide established workers with information and strategies for maintaining a job or moving within an organization
Prepare assessment, progress, follow-up and court reports
Liaise with community agencies or partners, and identify additional or alternative services and provide referrals