Disability Case Specialist - Return-to-Work Innovator

KingstonHSC; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health sciences center in Kingston is seeking a Disability Case Specialist to support employees through illness and injury recovery. In this full-time position, you will design personalized return-to-work plans and collaborate with various stakeholders. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in disability management, with strong leadership skills and knowledge of medical recovery guidelines. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation & benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in disability management including physical and psychological claims.
• Experience in designing RTW plans tailored to individual needs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate Short-Term Disability claims fairly.
• Proactively manage cases ensuring timely resolution.
• Participate in grievance and mediation meetings.

Skills

Leadership and decision-making abilities

RTW planning expertise

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of medical recovery guidelines

Education

Diploma in a health-related discipline

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Kronos

ESP systems

Job description

A leading health sciences center in Kingston is seeking a Disability Case Specialist to support employees through illness and injury recovery. In this full-time position, you will design personalized return-to-work plans and collaborate with various stakeholders. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in disability management, with strong leadership skills and knowledge of medical recovery guidelines. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive environment.