Manager Disability Benefits Navigation Services GAIN Program
Manager Disability Benefits Navigation Services GAIN Program
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Job Description
Do you want to work for a health care organization that changes peoples 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 or call.
Position Title: Manager Disability Benefits Navigation Services (GAIN Program)
Location: Any VLRC office in Canada
Term: Fulltime Permanent
Reports To: VicePresident Healthcare Innovation
Start Date: May 2025
I. Scope and Summary of Primary Responsibilities
The Manager Disability Benefits Navigation Services (GAIN Program) will be responsible for the overall delivery of the program including stakeholder engagement training federal reporting program evaluation and staff supervision. The Manager brings deep subject matter expertise in disability benefits navigation proven experience leading complex multijurisdictional projects and a commitment to equity accessibility and clientcentered service.
II. Essential Functions
This position entails but is not limited to the following general responsibilities:
Program Leadership & Strategic Implementation:
Design and lead the national rollout of the Disability Benefits Navigation Services initiative.
Work with centralized teams (Operations QPS P&C) to develop implementation plans performance metrics and evaluation tools.
Provide strategic leadership to ensure alignment with VLRC Strategic goals program objectives and federal guidelines.
Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management:
Build and maintain relationships with federal and provincial partners disability organizations and community stakeholders.
Build strong collaborative relationships to broaden the programs reach
Aid in the formation of a Community of Practice by coordinating with other organizations funded under this stream and VLRC specific partners.
Define collaborative frameworks including regular meetings shared objectives and communication channels to ensure effective knowledgesharing and alignment of services across funded organizations
Promote interorganizational collaboration ensure knowledge transfer and establish consistency in delivering benefits navigation services across different regions and demographics.
Team Management:
Train GAIN Client Care Navigators (GAINCCN)
Supervises and provides feedback to the GAINCCNs with respect to quality assurance and adherence to the programs standards of practice
Work collaboratively with cross functional teams.
Federal Reporting & Compliance:
Oversee the preparation and submission of timely and accurate reports to ESDC.
Ensure program compliance with federal requirements including financial oversight and outcome measurement.
Subject Matter Expertise:
Serve as the inhouse expert on disability tax credit navigation including uptodate knowledge of relevant policies application processes and barriers to access.
Provide guidance and support to team members and develop content for internal and external training initiatives.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
Evaluate program outcomes and recommend enhancements based on data and client feedback.
Identify opportunities for scaling and sustainability in collaboration with senior leadership.
Requirements
III. Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of experience in project or program management preferably in a health social services or disabilityfocused environment.
Subject matter expertise in disability tax credits and benefits navigation (e.g. DTC CDB CPPD provincial income supports).
Demonstrated success in leading largescale crossfunctional initiatives or programs across multiple jurisdictions.
Exceptional leadership teambuilding and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience working with or within equitydeserving communities including people with disabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Bilingualism (English/French) considered a strong asset
Benefits
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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 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.
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We understand that not everyone brings 100 of the skills and experience for the role. If you possess similar experience to what weve 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 6 2025
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
