Careers at VLRC
Grow with Us. Make an Impact.
At Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, our people are our greatest strength. We're proud to have a team of health care professionals across Canada, each bringing exceptional expertise and a shared dedication to supporting people with vision loss.
Interested in joining the VLRC team? We are always looking for talented individuals to join our vision loss therapy team, or to take on as well as key support roles in administration, technology, and operations. Whether you’re looking for a career that challenges you, an environment that values inclusivity, or a team that celebrates collaboration, you’ll find it here at VLRC. Be part of a team that transforms lives.
Why Choose VLRC?
Working at VLRC: An Inside Look
Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion
Grow with Us: Cultivating Skills for Tomorrow
Total Rewards with VLRC
Our Hiring Process: What to Expect
Current Opportunities
Why Choose VLRC?
At VLRC, we are 100 percent committed to ensuring every voice is heard, every perspective is valued, and every interaction is delivered with understanding and empathy.
Learn about our Vision, Mission, and Values.
We believe that work should be more than a job—it should be an opportunity to grow, thrive, and contribute to something bigger. At VLRC, our people and culture set us apart. We offer:
A Career with Purpose – Every role at VLRC collaborates to transform lives through innovative rehabilitation services for individuals with vision loss and their families.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at our Core – We are deeply committed to equitable hiring, fostering belonging, and ensuring every team member has a voice in driving excellence in client care.
Professional Growth & Development – From mentoring programs to leadership development, innovative assistive technologies, and ongoing training, we invest in our people to help them reach their full potential.
Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters. We offer flexible work arrangements, mental health resources, and wellness programs to support you in and outside of work.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits – We recognize and reward talent with fair pay, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and exclusive perks through programs like Perkopolis.
Join us!
Working at VLRC: An Inside Look
We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest accreditation and certification standards in delivering vision loss rehabilitation therapy. We revel in maintaining the highest standards in rehabilitation therapy and thrive in a workplace where every voice is valued and ideas drive innovation.
Here’s what our employees have to say about life at VLRC:
What's the most rewarding aspect of your job?
“When a client has an 'ah-ha' moment when they can do something they thought was previously impossible. Those are the best… the wins. Some are big and hard won after trying many devices over many appointments, and some are small like showing a low vision app or adding some lighting, but whenever a client is really, genuinely, thrilled with what they can now accomplish, it’s all worth it.”
Amber-Joy Boyd
Low Vision Specialist and Professional Practice Lead, Saskatchewan
Joined VLRC in 2013
Describe your role
“As an Early Intervention Specialist, I work with children, families, and community partners to address concerns and support success in the early years by helping families understand their child's vision or blindness, how it impacts development, and strategies to facilitate functional learning. My caseload consists of children aged 7 with differing abilities. Children on my caseload may have Cerebral Palsy, CVI (Cortical Visual Impairment), seizure disorders, developmental delay, autism, and genetic anomalies. No two days are the same.”
Melissa Gushnowski, Alberta
Early Intervention Specialist (EIS)
Joined VLRC in 2023
What's the most rewarding aspect of your job?
“The most rewarding aspect of my job is witnessing improved developmental changes and new skills acquired by young clients between the stages of birth to preschool. It is rewarding to see the elevated confidence of parents and caregivers as they go through the journey of learning and experiencing how their young child interacts with the world from their eyes.”
Rose Brownridge, Manitoba
Occupational Therapist,
Joined VLRC in 2010
Advice to someone thinking about a career in vision rehabilitation
"It’s a unique occupation where you are included in a very small community of individuals working to help someone through what sometimes is an extremely difficult and personal struggle. Sometimes, we are not just rehab specialists attempting to provide assistance with tasks of daily living, but rather people who help someone feel that life is worth living again."
Adam Dupuis, Ontario
Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS)
Joined VLRC in 2000
At VLRC, you’ll be surrounded by passionate healthcare professionals, rehabilitation experts and support teams that make a life-changing impact every day. Learn more about VLRC's team of professionals.
Our Commitment to Equity & Inclusion
At VLRC, we understand and acknowledge the profound privilege of serving our clients on lands that have been traditionally inhabited by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit for countless millennia.The land on which our national office in Toronto stands is covered by Treaty 13, an agreement signed in 1805 by the Mississauga peoples and representatives of the Crown. Our offices and team operate in communities spanning Canada. We acknowledge that they are situated in areas that include the traditional treaty lands of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla in what is now Victoria, BC, and extend all the way to the lands of the Beothuk and Mi’kma’ki in St. John’s, NL.
We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to deliver exceptional care and foster innovation. Our inclusive culture welcomes staff from various backgrounds and promotes personal and professional growth in a discrimination-free environment. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse communities—including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, racialized groups, and LGBTQ2S+ individuals—to explore career opportunities with us.
Through our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA), we aim to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and drives positive change in health care.
Learn more about our commitment to Accessibility.
VLRC Land Acknowledgment
Visit VLRC’s Indigenous Health Care webpage, where you will find information on our reconciliation and Indigenization efforts, our land acknowledgement, and how we are actively addressing the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to Action.
We invite you to explore resources on vision rehabilitation and obtain clear guidance for the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program.
Grow with Us: Cultivating Skills for Tomorrow
Our greatest strength at VLRC lies in our people. We are committed to Aim Higher, Reach Further in building a culture of continuous learning and growth, where employees are empowered to reach their full potential. We prioritize the needs of our team members, which is reflected in our comprehensive employee benefits, robust support systems, and opportunities for professional growth. We nurture organizational sustainability through partnerships with post-secondary institutions such as the University of Montreal, the University of British Columbia, and more.
Our commitment to ongoing academic and professional development means that you will have access to mentorships, training programs, workshops, and educational resources that will enhance your skills and advance your career. Our wellness initiatives are integral to our commitment to fostering a positive work environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and flourish.
Join us as we cultivate a culture to Aim Higher, Reach Further that not only elevates our organization, but also enriches the lives of our clients, team members, and the communities we serve.
Professional development resources
Apprenticeship program partners include:
Orientation and Mobility
Institution/Partner: University of British Columbia
Vision Rehabilitation Therapy
Institution/Partner: University of Montreal
Low Vision Therapy
Institution/Partner: Dr. Whittaker
Client Care Navigator
Institution/Partner: Canadian Healthcare Education Network (formerly York University)
Blind-Low Vision for Early Intervention
Institution/Partner: Surrey Place
Vision Studies MEd (VRT Track)
Institution/Partner: University of Massachusetts Boston
Total Rewards with VLRC
Your well-being matters to us, and we want to make sure you thrive. Becoming part of our team can offer you access to various benefits tailored to support you, including:
Equitable & Competitive Compensation
Based on the position you are hired for, we offer competitive salary packages, generous vacation time and a tax-free savings account to support your work-life balance. We also offer a Registered Pension Plan with Employer contributions.
Health & Wellbeing
We’ve got you covered with comprehensive health benefits, group life insurance, dental coverage, enhanced vision coverage and short-term disability coverage.
Wellness
We want our team to thrive in their roles at work – and in the many other roles in their lives. Offering generous paid vacation time, sick days, personal days, and flexible work arrangements allows our staff to balance their personal and professional priorities.
Learning & Development
As you grow, we grow. VLRC fosters a culture of learning where all employees are empowered and encouraged to explore inclusive and accessible learning opportunities, workshops, conferences, LinkedIn Learning and access to professional development.
Recognizing Your Work
We have awesome recognition programs designed to show our appreciation for our team, offering exciting rewards to celebrate the amazing work they do in advancing our mission. Earn Awardco® points and exchange them for non-monetary or monetary rewards, like Amazon gift cards! Our Awardco program lets employees earn points for meaningful rewards, including gift cards and experiences.
Additionally, with Perkopolis and Hub International, get access to exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services, ranging from automotive expenses and entertainment to retail and travel!
Our Hiring Process: What to Expect
We believe in a transparent, fair, and engaging recruitment process so you feel supported every step of the way. Here’s how it works:
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Explore Opportunities – Browse open positions and apply online.
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Application Review – Our team carefully reviews each application.
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Initial Connection – If selected, our talent team will reach out for a conversation.
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Interview Stage – Meet with the hiring panel to discuss your skills and experience.
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Final Steps – References, assessments (if applicable), and an offer to join VLRC!
Accessibility
VLRC welcomes and encourages applications from all individuals, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment process – let us know how we can support you.
Current Opportunities
Take the next step in your career and transform lives through vision rehabilitation. Explore our open positions and be part of our mission!
Explore all opportunities with Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada.