About Us
At HM Vocational Consulting, we believe that every individual and organization has the potential to achieve meaningful career outcomes. We are a specialized consulting firm dedicated to providing clear, actionable, and expert guidance in all matters related to career planning, workforce assessment, and litigation support.
Our mission is to illuminate the best path forward, whether you are an individual facing a career transition, an employer seeking a definitive workforce strategy, or a legal professional requiring expert vocational analysis.
Our Approach
We distinguish ourselves through a client-centric and evidence-based approach. Our team of certified vocational experts and consultants combines decades of experience with meticulous research and customized strategies to deliver results that matter. We focus on:
Clarity: Providing straightforward, objective analysis and reports that cut through complexity.
Expertise: Applying a deep understanding of labor markets, earning capacity, and vocational rehabilitation principles.
Integrity: Maintaining the highest ethical standards in all assessments and consulting services.
Services We Offer
We offer a comprehensive suite of vocational services, including:
Vocational Assessments & Evaluation: Determining transferable skills, work capacity, and vocational potential.
Earning Capacity Analysis: Providing expert reports on pre- and post-injury/disability earning potential for legal proceedings.
Career Transition & Planning: Guiding individuals through job search strategies, skill gap analysis, and training recommendations.
Trust Clarus Vocational Consulting to provide the professional insight you need to make informed decisions and achieve your goal
Fully Credentialed Evaluators
Our evaluators have a combination of CVRP, CVRP-TSA, ICVE, CCVE, and RVP credentials and are affiliated with the CVRP, VRA, CAVEWAS, and VECAP associations.
Meet the Founder
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FounderAbout Heather Mallard
Heather Mallard, BA, CVRP-TSA, ICVE, CCVE, RVP, is a seasoned vocational rehabilitation consultant dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through evidence-based practices and personalized support. With over [calculate number] years of experience, Heather brings expertise in vocational assessment, program development, and career counseling, helping clients navigate complex challenges and achieve meaningful employment outcomes. Informed by a background in feminist and multicultural counselling, Heather is deeply committed to inclusive practice and has extensive experience working with diverse marginalized demographics, including individuals with intellectual disabilities, those experiencing homelessness, Indigenous communities, women in the Violence Against Women (VAW) sector, individuals experiencing Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the elderly, and those with addictions and mental health challenges. Her passion for promoting equity drives her to create tailored solutions that address systemic barriers and foster lasting success.
Her expertise includes:
Vocational Evaluations and Assessments
Transferable Skills Analysis
Program Development & Implementation
Career Counselling & Coaching
Report Writing & Consultation
As a consultant, Heather leverages data-driven insights and stakeholder feedback to align services with current market trends and equity-focused mandates. Whether supporting individuals, organizations, or legal professionals, Heather is committed to fostering positive outcomes and long-term success.
Heather is a peer reviewer for the College of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals (CVRP), a supervisor for mentorships, and an active member of the Vocational Rehabilitation Association (VRA), serving on its Education Committee.
Credentialed Evaluators
Our evaluators have a combination of CVRP, CVRP-TSA, ICVE, CCVE, and RVP credentials and are affiliated with the CVRP, VRA, CAVEWAS, and VECAP associations.
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College of Vocational Rehabilitation Professionals
The College’s authority to enforce standards & specific competencies derives from a global commitment of the profession to demonstrate their unique level of skills & competencies to those seeking their expertise & the public. The consumers of these services know & can take comfort in knowing that the professionals they are hiring have had their minimum level of competency evaluated.
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Canadian Assessment, Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Society
CAVEWAS is a national, professional association offering a variety of services to a diverse group of professionals and stakeholders assisting people with disabilities and / or disadvantages to enter, remain in or return to work and / or meaningful engagement within their communities. We work together to build awareness of ability, helping individuals realize their personal potential and employment goals. CAVEWAS is the only specialty Society under the umbrella of the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada
Since 1970, the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada has represented and advocated for VR professionals from coast to coast. Our members focus on supporting people experiencing vocational challenges to overcome barriers and achieve their personal goals.
VRA Canada members maintain the highest standards of practice through ongoing education and training. Our association provides unique online learning opportunities for VR professionals, certified continuing education materials and occasions to network with other VR professionals across Canada. Together, we’re sharing best practices and strengthening our profession.
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Vocational Evaluation & Career Assessment Professionals
VECAP is a nonprofit 501(c)6 organization originally founded in 1967 to promote the professions and services of vocational evaluation and work adjustment. Formerly known as the Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Association (VEWAA), the name was changed in 2003 to better reflect the focus of the organization as well as emphasize the independent status of the organization. This group has no affiliation with the National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) or the NRA/VEWAA.
The VECAP association is committed to advancing and improving the fields of vocational evaluation and career assessment and represents the needs of the professionals who provide those services. Its scope of services will encompass individuals who need assistance with vocational development and/or career decision making.
VECAP is comprised of a membership of professionals who provide vocational evaluation, assessment, and career services and others interested in these services.
VECAP members identify, guide, and support the efforts of persons served to develop and realize training, education, and employment plans as they work to attain their career goals.
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