Disability Manager

Our client, a leading Utility Infrastructure company with projects across North America is seeking a Disability Manager to join their team in Edmonton, AB.

Here is an exciting opportunity to help create a Mental Health program for our client and reshape their Disability Management system. You will report directly to the Vice-President of HSE and HR Director in Edmonton.

Responsibilities:
+ Support the Disability Coordinator to submit the proper reports to appropriate Workers Compensation Boards or private insurance across Canada and US;
+ Lead the process of building a strong mental health program across the company;
+ Assist field staff/supervisors with WCB / insurance-related questions/requests;
+ Support return-to-work planning with WCB / insurance;
+ Negotiate claims cost relief and account adjustments;
+ Oversee, manage and run appeals if needed;
+ Support of injured workers by maintaining communication;
+ Identify modified work opportunities for workers outside of their normal work areas, coordinate as needed;
+ Coordinate services to complete claims;
+ Supervise and mentor the Disability Coordinator;

Qualifications:
+ 5-10 years experience in disability management/return to work programs;
+ WCB Alberta, WorkplaceNL, & WSIB experience is a major plus;
+ Experience with other Canadian Workers Compensation systems and legislation;
+ Experience creating a mental health program is a strong asset;
+ Strong understanding of Health & Safety best practices and policies;
+ Understanding OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping and reporting requirements would be considered an asset;
+ Willingness to work from their Edmonton office 5 days a week with flexibility to work from home if something urgent pulls you away;

PLEASE NOTE: Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted. TRS is an equal opportunity company.

To apply for this position, please send your Word formatted resume to adrien.muise@trsstaffing.com. Please include the job number and title of the position in the application subject line.

TRS Staffing Solutions Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.