Job Description

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The Return to Work Specialist reports to the Manager,Case Management and Pensions, and promotes a team approach to return towork. The incumbent works withemployers, injured workers, service providers, the WSCC, and other Stakeholderby providing RTW advice and expertise including; reviewing and providing inputinto return to work plans, identifying modified/alternate duties and return towork program development, implementation and evaluation.

As the primary subject matter expert, the Return to WorkSpecialist works with employers to ensure they understand and meet theirobligations to ensure a safe, well managed, return to work. Additionally, this position is responsible formonitoring programs and continually striving toward improved claims managementperformance through the development and implementation of proactive casemanagement and prevention focused initiatives.

Here are a few ways you will make a difference:

• Leading and/or providing technicalexpertise in the development of WSCC initiatives to improve return to workoutcomes.
• Providingreturn to work advisory services on specific claims.
• EnsuringStakeholders understand and comply with claim reporting requirements.
• Working withWSCC partners and stakeholders to ensure consultation, delivery and promotionof the WSCC Return to Work Program.
• Collaboratingwith external vocational rehabilitation services providers to ensure servicedelivery.
• Contributingto the quality assurance process in claims management.

Whatyou bring to the role:

• Successfulcompletion of a related Bachelor Degree and 2 years related experience, and/ora two year Certificate in Disability Management with 4 years of relatedexperience. Certified Disability Management Professional designationpreferred.
• Experiencein Occupational Health & Safety is considered an asset.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for workersacross the NWT and Nunavut.
• A Northern Living Allowance of $3,700 for Yellowknife or $22,996for Iqaluit.
• Relocation assistance.
• For staff in Iqaluit subsidized housing may be provided.
• A superior benefits package and enrollment in the Public Service PensionPlan.
• Learning and development programs and funding dedicated to your careergrowth.
• Generous leave entitlements and a workplace culture that supports ahealthy work-life balance.
• A culturally diverse workforce that embraces change and welcomes your lifeexperience.
• Federal and territorial tax incentives such as the NWT or Nunavutpersonal tax credits and the Northern Residents Tax Deductions.

Criminal Record Check: Candidates must be able to provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from thecompetition.

Indigenous EmploymentPolicy: Candidatesmust clearly state their eligibility in order to receive priority considerationunder the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Equivalencies: May be considered based ona one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of educationor one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations ofeducation and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role,please contact human resources.

Diversityand Inclusion: The Workers Safety and Compensation Commission is an inclusive workplace. Ifyou have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, youare encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment orinterview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility: Eligibility lists may be created from the competition to fill futureterm and indeterminate positions.

The Workers Safety and Compensation Commissions (WSCC) vision is toeliminate workplace diseases and injuries. Our mission is to promote workplacehealth and safety while providing no fault insurance to employers and care forinjured workers. Our values are respect, engagement, integrity, openness,cultural safety, excellence, and stewardship in the workplace.