Disability Management Consultant

Finning Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment provider is seeking a Disability Management Consultant to support employees through health-related events. This permanent, full-time position based in Edmonton involves managing disability cases, consulting stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in disability management, strong communication skills, and proficiency in developing policies. This role emphasizes creating an inclusive workplace and working collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of broad disability management experience.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of disability management principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex disability cases including short- and long-term disability.
• Consult stakeholders on Human Rights and Duty to Accommodate.
• Develop and improve policies for disability management.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Negotiation abilities

Interpreting medical reports

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP)

Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Join Finning as a Disability Management Consultant and be part of a professional team dedicated to supporting employees through health‑related events. You’ll work closely with employees, leaders, union representatives, HR Business Partners, medical providers, and external service partners (e.g., WCB, SunLife) to develop and implement effective disability management plans. Your role ensures compliance with legislation while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Job Description

• Manage complex disability cases (occupational and non‑occupational) including short‑and long‑term disability, workplace injuries, substance‑related files, accommodation requests, and other medical leaves from initiation to resolution.
• Consult and educate stakeholders on processes and legislation (privacy, Human Rights, Duty to Accommodate, workers’ compensation).
• Develop, improve and follow relevant policies and best practices to enhance disability management programs.
• Provide expert consultation on Duty to Accommodate, Human Rights, privacy legislation, disability best practices, workers’ compensation processes, and internal policies.
• Lead the coordination and communication between internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure aligned expectations, timely updates, and effective case progression.
• Identify process gaps and contribute to ongoing improvement by refining procedures, policies, tools, and best practices used within the disability management program.
• Collaborate on and contribute to strategic initiatives and project work related to disability management, employee well‑being, and organizational practices.
• Prepare written submissions for WCB appeals, cost relief requests, legal inquiries, and other external information requests ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate, confidential case files and documentation to ensure compliance with legislation, insurer requirements, and internal standards.

Requirements

• Post‑secondary education in a relevant field.
• Minimum 7 years of broad disability management experience.
• Professional designation and/or industry‑specific training.
• Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) or Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC) or related professional designation is an asset.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Expertise in interpreting medical reports and creating return‑to‑work plans.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of disability management principles, WCB legislation, STD/LTD administration, and accommodation processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office and internal systems.

Important

• This position is based out of our Edmonton or Calgary office location.
• Permanent, full‑time role.
• Monday – Friday, 5x2 schedule.

If you’re ready to support employees through expert disability case management and contribute to a supportive, compliant, and inclusive workplace, apply today!

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do notdiscriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.