ON, Toronto, Trainer, Assistive Technology

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 to grow.

For more information about Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, please visit visionlossrehab.ca or call 1-844-887-8572​.

Date: March 7, 2022

Job Title: Trainer, Assistive Technology

Term: Full-time, permanent

Location: Toronto, ON

Pay Rate: $21.57

Summary:

Provides training of high technology and assistive devices to VLRC clients.

Essential Duties entail (but not limited to):

  • Provides demonstrations, training, follow-up support and information on high technology devices to individuals who are experiencing difficulties as a result of loss of vision.
  • Assists individuals to maintain, upgrade and configure personal computer systems.
  • Participates as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Completes documentation of training assessments, sessions and lesson plans.
  • Assist with the presentations in VLRC planned public awareness, advocacy and educational activities.
  • Researches and evaluates training methods and learning strategies.
  • Maintains client tracking system and service data.
  • Researches, evaluates and develops the use of high technology and maintains current files.
  • Documents client's progress and equipment concerns.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: (Education, Training, Experience):

  • Community College Diploma in computer studies, or equivalent.
  • Experience teaching  individuals with vision loss.
  • Experience in teaching screen reading or screen magnification software.(Zoomtext, JAWS, Kurweil and other)
  • A solid understanding of assistive technology devices for individuals with vision loss or combined loss of hearing and sight.
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, and a willingness to learn other software programs as required.
  • Proven ability to facilitate and instruct individuals.
  • Proficient knowledge of computer applications and technological resources.
  • Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written.
  • Demonstrates mature and sensitive nature, as well as possess emotional and social stability when dealing with the needs of persons experiencing vision loss.
  • Must be organized, self motivated, flexible and adaptable.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours if required.
  • Travel throughout the Toronto and GTA area required.

Apply Now!

If this sounds like the role for you, please send application to Sue Marsh-Woods Regional Manager, Services & Operations, at sue.marsh-woods@vlrehab.ca and quote the job title in the subject line. Please send cover letter and resume and mention how you learned of this position.

VLRC is committed to creating and fostering an inclusive culture and welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, women, candidates with disabilities, and candidates of colour. We strongly encourage applications from applicants with sight loss. Direct lived experience would be a definite asset. We're excited to review your application

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in VLRC, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Closing Date for Applications: Until filled