Disability Case Manager (Auto, MVA, WSIB and SABS)

Campbell Morden Inc; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is seeking Disability Case Managers to assist employees facing health-related work challenges. The role involves assessing barriers to return-to-work plans, collaborating with healthcare teams, and managing disability claims. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience and strong communication skills. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their resumes in Word format to the contact provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Disability Case Management experience.
• Experience in adjudication and industrial disability management is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial case assessments and gather information.
• Determine eligibility for disability benefits and assess medical conditions.
• Provide medical opinions to claims specialists.

Skills

Communication

Education

Coursework in occupational health

Coursework in rehabilitation

Coursework in HR management

Coursework in disability insurance

Job description

Looking for case managers across southwestern and the greater Toronto area.

SABS experience required.

SUMMARY :

• The Disability Case Managers will assist employees on behalf of the employer when the employee is off work or at risk of being off work for health reasons.
• Assess barriers to a successful and timely return-to-work plan.
• Oversee a client’s medical status and collaborate with an allied healthcare team.
• Liaise with various medical disciplines, insurance adjusters, lawyers, and employers.
• Engage stakeholders to implement strategies addressing barriers and support return to work or alternative plans.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conduct initial case assessments by contacting employees and their managers to explain the process and gather information.
• Provide medical expertise on disability claims to support claims management with specialists.
• Determine eligibility for disability benefits, assess impact of medical conditions, and project duration and interventions.
• Work with treatment providers to obtain necessary medical information and manage transitions to LTD.
• Review disability claims medically, contact providers, and obtain records and responses.
• Provide medical opinions to claims specialists, document findings professionally.
• Define restrictions and limitations to aid liability decisions and involve other resources as needed.
• Understand disability contracts and key financial/business indicators relevant to claims.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum 3 years of Disability Case Management experience in Auto, MVA, WSIB, and SABS.
• Additional coursework in occupational health, rehabilitation, legislation, mediation, HR management, disability insurance, psychological and workplace factors is an asset.
• Experience in adjudication, industrial disability management, cardiac, and orthopedics is an asset.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS :

If interested, please send your resume in Word format to Tanya. I will contact you to discuss the opportunity. For more information, contact Tanya Bassil, Sr. Partner at Campbell Morden Inc.