Case Manager, Disability Management - Aurora, Canada - York Region District School Board

York Region District School Board

Verified Company

Aurora, Canada

5 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Posting Number:

Location:

Education Centre

60 Wellington St W, Aurora, ON L4G 3H2

Salary:

$78,497 - $93,825

Application Deadline:
February 23, 2023

The Recruitment Team.

This position is effective immediately and is due to the acceptance of Associate Manager, Disability Management, WSIB, & Attendance.

In compliance with Board policies and procedures, is responsible for facilitating and coordinating

the return to work of ill and/or injured employees in compliance with Board policies, procedures,

related legislation and the disability management program.

Serves as a resource for employees,

supervisors, unions/federations by providing information and supporting all parties with respect

to the disability management process.

We have a lot to offer our employees and here is why you should consider working at YRDSB:1) A great place to live and work

2) Our commitment to Equity, Accommodation, and Accessibility

3) Excellent salary and benefits

Total Rewards Include but are not limited to:
Defined benefit pension plan

Short Term Disability Plan

3 days paid religious holidays

Summer Hours (Fridays off in July/August)

A wide array of Benefits through Trust Plans

Professional development and career growth, etc.

Sabbatical and other leaves of absence

Participation in Deferred Salary Plan

Secondment opportunities

Managers and Support Staff Educational Trust Fund (reimbursement of courses/education related to role)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

To maintain regular contact with referred employees, including ascertaining the nature and expected duration of the absence and ensuring they receive the appropriate care and treatment.

To conduct assessment interviews to determine the degree of disability of employees and initiate vocational planning or making recommendations for work accommodations and/or developing a return to work plan, includes liaising with the employee, physician, insurers, supervisors, unions/federations and others.

To identify cases requiring further medical management and arranges or facilitates referrals to specialists.

To provide employees with wellness, preventative medical information and other related

educational information.

To arrange and facilitate meetings with employees, supervisors, union/federation representatives and external interested parties to develop appropriate return to work plans, including identifying barriers that could impact recovery or affect a return to work (such as relevant job factors, workplace issues and non-occupational issues).

To establish and document formal return to work plans for ill and/or injured employees, including obtaining and reviewing information regarding an employee's functional abilities and restrictions by reviewing medical and assessment documentation.

To monitor and revise the return to work plans as required based on input from the medical professionals, the supervisor and the federation/ union, including developing and negotiating work site modifications or reasonable work accommodations as required to facilitate a return to work.

To update case management activities on the appropriate software program and produce required reports.

To research and remain current on best practices and effective strategies/resources to assist ill and/or injured employees.

To work as part of the Disability Management team to ensure coordination of all employee absences and possible subsequent benefits, including WSIB, LTD, Sick Leave and EI Benefits.

To review existing procedures and make recommended changes to further improve the disability management program.

To research, prepare and present information to employee groups regarding the disability process or wellness initiatives.

To co-ordinate health programs to enhance employee work-life balance

To participate on and serve as a resource to the Joint Disability Management Committee.

To participate as a witness/resource at hearings (i.e., WSIB, Human Rights)

To perform other duties as assigned.

LINE OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsible to the Associate Manager, Disability, WSIB, Attendance Support.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

A four year university degree in health care services, psychology, social work or a related discipline with accreditation in the appropriate health related field is required.

Minimum five years of progressive disability management dealing with both psychological and physical disabilities in a unionized environment is required.

Knowledge of applicable legislation is required (i.e. Human Rights, WSIB, Health and Safety).

Effective verbal and written communication, interpersonal, strong problem-solving, negotiation, mediation and computer skills are required.

Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board is required.

Must possess a valid Ontario Driver's License and have access to own transportation.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School B