Workers Compensation Case Manager

The Judge Group; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Woodstock is seeking a Workers Compensation Case Manager to manage WSIB claims and facilitate return to work. This role requires strong communication skills and experience in claims management. You'll liaise with various stakeholders, including provincial Boards, to ensure effective claim processing and rehabilitation. The position is six months on-site in Woodstock, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Experience in workers’ compensation claims management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Familiarity with legislation and workplace health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage workplace injury claims and minimize claim costs.
• Ensure communication with stakeholders regarding claims.
• Liaise with provincial Workers’ Compensation Boards.

Skills

Workers' compensation claims management

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Title : Workers Compensation Case Manager Location : Woodstock, Ontario (5 Days Onsite) Type : 6 Months Contract Summary :

You are responsible for managing WSIB claims and facilitating return to work while working on-site for a client with locations in Cambridge and Woodstock.

Responsibilities

• Managing workplace injury claims, minimizing time-loss and claim costs through early intervention and proactive co-ordination of services.
• Ensuring regular and open lines of communication with all Stakeholders (workers, clients, partner vendors, and the provincial Boards).
• Liaising with the provincial Workers’ Compensation Boards.
• Reviewing claim files and proactively managing return to work efforts.
• Interpreting provincial workers’ compensation legislation, policies, and procedures and ensuring decisions are made in accordance with such.
• Identifying appeal issues and drafting letters of objection.
• Coordinating case management activities including monitoring return to work and rehabilitation strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements :

• Work experience in a workers’ compensation claims management either in an in‑house capacity at a private company or in a third‑party consulting capacity with corresponding knowledge of workers’ compensation statutes, policies and procedures, and workplace health and safety would be an asset.
• Strong level of oral and written communication skills, and ability to work within a demanding and fast paced environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.