24-e001 - Disability Management Advisor - Langley, Canada - Township of Langley

Township of Langley

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Langley, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Title:

24E00 Disability Management Advisor Job Number:
J Competition Number:
24E001 Employment Type:

Regular Full Time

Pay Rate:

- $ $68.

95/Hour- Hours of Work:

5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm- Competition Opening Date:

January 29, 2024
Competition Internal Closing Date:

February 12, 2024

Competition External Closing Date:
February 12, 2024
Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Disability Management Advisor to join our team of professionals in the Human Resources Division.

Reporting to the Manager, Health and Safety, this Exempt position will be involved in disability case management related to both occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses for the municipality.

This position will appeal to a fast paced, detail-oriented, well-organized, and compassionate individual dedicated to supporting workers through their injury management process.

Responsibilities

Develop, coordinate, and monitor return to work plans including necessary accommodations in consultation with affected departments and health care professionals
Establish and maintain effective communication with all divisions across the organization, ensuring collaboration in case management, worker accommodations, and return to work planning
Proactively manage occupational and nonoccupational injuries, illnesses, and disabilities, including those with a focus on mental health
Review medical information and obtain information from workers and/or their physicians to establish return to work and accommodation opportunities in consultation with affected departments
Liaise with WorkSafeBC to ensure timely notifications of incidents, ensuring a proactive approach to regulatory compliance
Liaise with health care and insurance providers on claims processes proactively
Maintain confidentiality of claims and personal information
Maintain accurate and organized case records, including detailed notes of interactions with workers, supervisors/managers, and health care providers
Prepare and support grievances or appeals related to disability management as appropriate
Participate in injury and illness investigations, and the support of meaningful corrective actions
Maintain regular contact with injured / ill workers with a focus on reducing time loss durations
Analyze statistics and make recommendations for disability management, wellness and safety initiatives
Actively contribute to the ongoing improvement of disability management practices through continuous learning, professional development, and internal process review
Provide support for other health and safety departmental priorities as required

Qualifications

A postsecondary degree or diploma related to Human Resources, Rehabilitation, Disability Management, or Health and Safety, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Minimum of five years related experience working in large or complex, unionized settings
Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC) or Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) designation is desirable
Ability to communicate sensitively and exercise professional judgement when interacting with workers, managers, and regulators throughout the disability management process
Intermediate skills related to the Microsoft Office suite, Human Resources Information Systems, WorkSafeBC Online Portal, and other computerbased programs

Required Certifications/Licenses