Disability Claims Coordinator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Paid time-off

RRSP matching

Profit sharing

Competitive wages

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Disability Claims Coordinator in Vaughan to manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims and drive early and safe return-to-work initiatives. You will collaborate with employees, managers, vendors, and HR to streamline processes and outcomes.

The role emphasizes training, trend analysis, and proactive communication, with a focus on accommodations and safe, modified duties within a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an HR function with exposure to disability management.
• College Diploma or University Degree specializing in Human Resources, with an interest in Disability Management.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization; strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy; self-starting, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of disability management, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and the Employment Standards Act (bonus points).

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle Claims Management: Manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims, explaining the process and gathering assessment information.
• Return-to-Work Coordination: Coordinate return-to-work goals and meetings with employees and supervisors; partner with external vendors.
• Training & Development: Develop and implement disability management training sessions for the organization.
• Trend Analysis & Reporting: Prepare detailed trend analyses and monthly reports using graphs and charts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with vendors, operations, HR, and stakeholders to focus on early and safe return to work, accommodations, and modified duties.

Skills

HR experience

Disability management exposure

Communication skills

Education

HR-related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ready to elevate your career? GFLis expanding! We are officially hunting for our next Disability Management Coordinator in Vaughan - someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Disability Claims Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims. You will work closely with Employees, Direct Managers, Vendors, Operations, HR, and other stakeholders to process STD and LTD applications, focusing on early and safe return to work, accommodation, and modified work. The role reports to the Manager of Disability Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle Claims Management: Manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims, facilitating the application process by working closely with employees and direct managers to explain the process and gather assessment information.
• Return-to-Work Coordination: Partner with external vendors to determine appropriate return-to-work goals, coordinate return-to-work meetings, and actively support the planning process between employees and supervisors (intervening when necessary).
• Training & Development: Develop and implement disability management training sessions for the organization.
• Trend Analysis & Reporting: Prepare detailed statistical trend analysis, develop regional injury/trend reports, and expedite monthly reports using graphs and charts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with vendors, operations teams, HR, and stakeholders to focus on early and safe return to work, accommodations, and modified duties.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 2-3 years of experience in an HR function, with exposure to disability management.
• Education: College Diploma or University Degree specializing in Human Resources, with an interest in Disability Management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization; strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy; self-starting, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus Points: Comprehensive knowledge of disability management, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and the Employment Standards Act.

What We Offer

Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect:

• Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off.
• Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages.
• Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities.

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship
for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.