Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator

School District 23: Central Okanagan; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Kelowna is seeking a Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator. This permanent full-time position involves managing occupational injury claims, facilitating employee returns to work, and maintaining accurate claims reporting. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills, experience with WorkSafe BC, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The role offers a competitive wage and employee benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefit package

Extended health and dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years previous experience with claims management.
• 1 year experience with WorkSafe BC or disability processes.
• Net typing speed of 50 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Manage Occupational illness/injury claims effectively.
• Facilitate the return to work for employees.
• Maintain accuracy in claims cost reports.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Typing speed

Education

Completed Grade 12

Two years Post-Secondary Education

Job description

Overview

Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,500 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (6-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

Position

Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Health & Safety Manager – WorkSafe Injury Management this position:

• Provides effective Disability Case Management of Occupational illness/injury claims in accordance with WorkSafeBC;
• Communicates with key stakeholders to facilitate the safe and timely return to work for ill/injured employees;
• Assesses Monthly Claims Cost reports for accuracy;
• Maintains online statistical database for several School Districts;
• Researches then prepares submissions for WorkSafeBC Review Division and WCAT Appeals.

Qualifications

• Completed Grade 12 and (2) two years Post-Secondary Education;
• Minimum of (3) years previous experience, including one (1) year on the job with WorkSafe BC, short-term disability or long-term disability processes;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Net typing speed of fifty (50) words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high quality of work including accuracy and dependability;
• Possess good organizational and analytical skills;
• Maintain a professional approach during pressure situations such as high workload volume or calls of an emotionally charged nature;
• Successfully complete the District's clerical assessment;
• Complete the required District's Health and Safety training.

This is a permanent full-time position starting as soon as possible working 35 hours per week at a wage rate of $35.02 per hour plus a comprehensive employee benefit package including extended health and dental coverage, short-term and long-term disability insurance and participation in a defined benefit pension plan.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications.

This position will remain open until filled; however, full consideration will be given to applications received by 4pm on September 30, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.