Disability Manager, Workers Compensation

Are you passionate about health, wellness and playing a positive role in assisting individuals in their return to work? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, flexible and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to share your ideas? Are you well organized with strong customer service skills and able to demonstrate empathy?

If the answer is yes, our client wants to meet you!

ROLE CAN BE LOCATED IN HALIFAX, MONCTON OR SAINT JOHN.

Job Duties:

• Gather all pertinent information regarding workplace accidents and file the proper provincial forms within appropriate timelines
• Prepare and submit objections to WCB when appropriate and ensure proper follow up with the provincial board until a decision is made
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to keep all interested parties involved in the Injured Worker's claim
• Prepare modified duty offers and coordinate gradual return to work plans with our to ensure a timely and safe return to work
• Responsible for providing effective case management solutions for workers compensation claims across multiple provinces.
• Pursue all WCB cost recovery measures
• Promote awareness of health and safety issues
• Comply with ethical, professional and legal requirements based on policies and procedures, as well as WCB legislative regulations.
• Stay current with disability and wellness practices.
• Participate in required meetings, providing input and suggestions.
• Develop and document an understanding of the situation and the factors/barriers inhibiting a successful return to work for the employee.
• Determine an appropriate RTW plan with the employee, company, workers compensation representatives, and other stakeholders. Provide active support for the return-to work planning process and provide support as needed.
• Schedule, conduct and/or attend regular staff meetings.
• Attend workshops, career development and continuing education opportunities to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of issues that affect the position.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with the company Mission Statement, Philosophy, and ethical standards.
• Respect and protect the privacy of information relating to, employees, and business affairs.
• Communicate effectively and use a professional approach with all team members, managers, supervisors, and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• University degree, College diploma or certificate in a health profession (i.e. psychology, social work, occupational therapy, kinesiology, nursing, etc.), HR degree or certificate, or Health and Safety certification.
• CDMP certification or willingness to obtain.
• Demonstrated ability to work with tight deadlines
• *Bilingual candidate is an asset (French/English)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to perform multi-faceted assignments
• Above average written skills required for extensive report writing