Claims Adjuster Trainee: Training & Growth Path

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies - Workers Compensation Division; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 38,248 - 54,474; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training Program

Growth opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Caseload management

Parking

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies in California is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Claims Professional to begin a challenging, rewarding career path. You will complete classroom training and conduct investigations to determine coverage, severity and reserves while developing action plans for successful claim resolution.

The role requires strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least one year of related training or experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively, bilingual preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Complete classroom training on workers' compensation claims handling strategies and terminology.
• Conduct initial investigations to determine coverage and severity.
• Calculate reserves and adjust as needed per guidelines.
• Develop and update a Plan of Action for each claim.
• Make prompt, sound decisions in line with guidelines and escalate when needed.
• Ensure benefits are calculated and issued per legal requirements.
• Collaborate with Call Center, Medical Management, and Indemnity staff.

Skills

Claims handling

Investigation

Reserves calculation

Plan of Action

Decision making

Notices & filings

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Organization

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies in California is seeking a Workers’ Compensation Claims Professional to begin a challenging, rewarding career path. You will complete classroom training and conduct investigations to determine coverage, severity and reserves while developing action plans for successful claim resolution.

The role requires strong communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.