COORDINATOR, DISABILITY MANAGEMENT

Position Summary

If you are looking for friendly, supportive staff, and work life balance this may be just the opportunity that will take your career to a new level.

In accordance with established vision and values of the organization, and reporting to the Regional Manager, Disability Management, the Coordinator, Disability Management provides effective case management and administrative support for the Disability Management process by assisting return to work support services that encompass assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating options available to meet an individual’s health needs. The incumbent promotes recovery at work or return to work (RTW) efforts, the identification of claims for coordination of early intervention services and coordinating modified/alternate work opportunities to mitigate absences from work due to occupational and non-occupational injury/illness; works with other members of the Workplace Health & Safety team to ensure integration of services that promote the highest level of physical and mental health for employees.

Starting salary will be approximately from $57,347 to $71,684 and will be based on education, training, experience, and salaries of similar positions.

Prince George Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region’s economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. Additionally, wage rates fall above provincial averages, providing residents of Prince George with a high standard of living in one of BC’s most beautiful regions. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia – Canada’s Green university. The warm, friendly and diverse population attests to a strong and dynamic community spirit. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)
• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position. Examples may include:
• Program certificates or diplomas
• High school/college/university transcripts etc.
• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualifications

• Diploma in Human Resource Management, Disability Management or Business Administration.
• Minimum three (3) years recent related experience including at least two (2) years in Disability Management/Adjudication or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC) and experience in a multi-union environment would be considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrates ability to tackle contentious situations and negotiate positive results.
• Must have a positive attitude, a commitment to quality service and be able to cope with the stress inherent in the nature of disability claims assessing including high work volumes.
• Ability to utilize technical and analytical skills to effect creative solutions to claims management problems
• Ability to handle calls of a sensitive or emotionally charged nature.
• Ability to work under time constraints, with multiple priorities and high volume
• Adaptability and flexibility are key to success in this role.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with staff, union members and third party providers.
• Proficiency in the use of computers using a variety of software applications.
• Knowledge of Disability Management best practices.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.