AddressAt the Niagara Catholic District School Board, the wellbeing of our staff is an integral component in providing a quality Catholic Education. Reporting to the Health and Wellness Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for all disability case management, safe return to work, workplace accommodations, and early intervention strategies in partnership with all stakeholders including Board Leaders, Union Representatives and external support partners.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Extensive benefits; health, drug, vision, dental, and health care spending account.
- Enrolment in an exceptional Pension Plan.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Staff Wellness resources.
- Competitive vacation days; plus, additional two-week paid Christmas break.
- Condensed summer working hours.
- Flexible working solutions.
- Inclusive, high-performing culture.
- Ongoing learning and career growth.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
- Provide case management for all medical leaves, including return to work and work accommodations for all staff including Occupational and Non-Occupational claims.
- Facilitate return to work meetings with all parties – employee, supervisor, union representative and in some cases, third-party providers.
- Prepare, report and provide recommendations on claim trends using a variety of employee data sources.
- Communicate with Principals/Managers to ensure appropriate accommodations are facilitated.
- Manage claims management reporting software.
- Process all employee reports of accidents; ensure the legislated. reporting obligations are met on behalf of the employer, as it relates to all Workplace Safety and Insurance Board claims and payments.
- Maintain on-going contact with the ill/injured employees and facilitate an early and safe return to work wherever possible.
- Maintain the process of verifying all financial matters pertaining to WSIB.
- Review and facilitate any medical device accommodation requests.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Completion of a relevant University Degree and/or a three (3) year College Diploma in Disability Management.
- A minimum of three (3) years' demonstrated claims management experience in a unionized environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of human resources practices and processes, legislation specific to the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB), Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and Employment Standards Act.
- Knowledge and ability to operate basic computer software applications, such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and other applicable software applications.
- Excellent Interpersonal, oral/written/presentation skills, highly motivated, able to work independently with strong written and verbal communication skills to explain complex issues with precision & clarity.
- Experience interpreting physical and non-physical restrictions, including experience communicating this information with relevant parties in a clear and concise manner.
- Discretion, judgment and ability to deal with highly confidential information.
- Solid critical thinking, analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal abilities to effectively interact with all stakeholders of the Board.
This is a full-time permanent position.
HOURS: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday
LOCATION: Catholic Education Centre, Welland, ON
SALARY: $69,838.85 – $77,598.27
We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Niagara Catholic, we are an equal opportunity employer that values and celebrates diversity with qualified staff who reflect the communities we serve. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
The Niagara Catholic District School Board is committed to accommodating the individual needs of job candidates within our recruitment processes, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted by the Niagara Catholic District School Board, please advise if you require an accommodation.
