Cavendish Farms is seeking a Return-to-Work Coordinator/Disability Management Administrator in New Annan, Prince Edward Island. Working in conjunction with the Corporate Disability Manager, the Return to Work Coordinator will be responsible for the management of ill/injured employees focusing on the development and implementation of rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation, return to work plans, and duty to accommodate agreements. This position will also participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of various injury prevention programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the sick leave, short-term and long-term disability absences for Cavendish Farms, Cavendish Agri, and Island Gas. The Return to Work Coordinator will also be the site’s Wellness Coordinator.
Terms of Employment: This is a permanent full-time position in New Annan, PEI
Language of Work: English
Salary: $55K - 68K
Responsibilities
Act as the primary contact with the Workers Compensation Board (WCB).
Liaise with the WCB, medical professionals and related agencies regarding WCB and medical claims management activities.
Work with all key stakeholders, internal and external in all aspects of Return to Work including graduated return to work programs and accommodations for WCB and medical claims.
Manage Workers’ Compensation claims
collecting job and employee related data through observation, measurements or interviewing in an effort to manage the RTW process and overseeing modified work programs
Act as a resource for management and staff related to Return to Work Coordination
Monitor claim activity for objectionable findings
Perform a cost / benefit analysis to determine the most proactive strategy on difficult cases.
Track and monitor medical absences.
Correspond with employees, managers and Human Resources staff to ensure all documentation specific to Return to Work Coordination is received and actioned.
Comply with ethical, professional and legal requirements based on Irving policies and procedures.
Assist with the development and communication of Stay at Work/Return to Work policies and procedures
Qualifications
Completion of post-secondary education in Occupational Health and Safety, Human Resources, or Return to Work Coordination would be preferred.
2 years’ experience as a Return to Work Coordinator, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication skills
Knowledgeable of the Return to Work process and its application.
A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people skills.
Solid understanding of Prince Edward Island’s Workers Compensation regulations and policies, Human Rights, Health and Safety and
Employment Standards as they pertain to Return to Work Case Management.
High level of critical and logical thinking, to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts related to disability investigations
Effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail.
Excellent leadership, teamwork and team building skills.
High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability.
Strong morals and ethics, along with a commitment to confidentiality.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Able to travel (approximately 20%).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $55,000.00-$68,000.00 per year Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Store discount
Vision care
Wellness program
Flexible language requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
New Annan, PE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
Disability Management: 1 year (preferred)
Occupational Health and safety: 1 year (preferred)