Claims Unit Supervisor (Workers Compensation)

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies - Workers Compensation Division; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies is seeking a Claims Unit Supervisor to oversee a team of Claims Professionals at their Walnut Creek office. The role involves management of workers' compensation indemnity claims and ensuring a high standard of service to clients. Candidates should have significant experience in claims adjustment along with supervisory capabilities. The position offers a competitive salary range and various employee benefits, fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Work From Home Program

Free On-Site Fitness Facility

Flexible Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of claims adjusting experience at a workers' compensation carrier.
• CA Self-Insurance Administrator's (SIP) Certification required upon hire.
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of 5-7 Claims Professionals.
• Ensure claims are managed in compliance with applicable statutes and Company standards.
• Foster and guide professional development of Claims Professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Management

Collaboration

Compliance

Client Satisfaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

High School Diploma

Job description

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What We're Looking For

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an opening in our Walnut Creek office for a Claims Unit Supervisor. This individual will provide oversight and guidance to a team of Claims Professionals in the strategic management of workers' compensation indemnity claims while ensuring gold-standard service to injured workers and our insureds.

What We're Looking For

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has an opening in our Walnut Creek office for a Claims Unit Supervisor. This individual will provide oversight and guidance to a team of Claims Professionals in the strategic management of workers' compensation indemnity claims while ensuring gold-standard service to injured workers and our insureds.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Leads a unit of five to seven Claims Professionals of varying experience levels. Establishes a workplace culture of professionalism, collaboration and inclusion, and excellence in service, aligning with our corporate mission and shared values.
• Establishes common goals. Provides effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the assistance of Human Resources as necessary.
• Able to transition between Supervisor and Claims Professional roles to effectively complete tasks and accomplish goals.
• Actively supports Company programs and initiatives focused on strategic and tactical innovation and improvement.
• Facilitates discussions and brainstorming for ideas to improve process efficiency. Memorializes and disseminates essential information regarding the results of these activities.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities And Principal Accountabilities

• Ensures claims are managed in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, case law, and Company standards.
• Ensures unit achieves organizational goals via prompt claim closures, high client satisfaction with service, timely medical management decisioning, and strategic cost containment.
• Ensures claim reserves and settlements are appropriate and timely.
• Monitors and directs the management of individual claims within the unit in accordance with Company standards.
• Manages the workflow of the unit including planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Fosters and guides the professional development of individual Claim Professionals of varying levels of experience to help them build successful and satisfying careers while producing excellent results in their work and exhibiting exemplary workplace behavior.
• Identifies and communicates training needs. Assists with facilitating training topics and continually reinforces adherence to the concepts and techniques adopted.
• Aids in the development of vendor panels via continual feedback to management as to effectiveness of defense counsel, medical providers (physicians, medical facilities, nurse case managers), and vendors (durable medical equipment vendors, translators, copy services, and vocational rehabilitation service providers).
• Ensures continuing education requirements are met.
• Performs special assignments and projects as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent certificate required; Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of prior claims adjusting experience at a workers' compensation carrier is required.
• CA Self-Insurance Administrator's (SIP) Certification required (upon hire).
• Prior supervisory experience is a plus.
• Completion of mandated training (and continuing education) requirements to adjust workers' compensation claims in the State of California is required.
  
  

What We Offer

• Work-Life Balance
• Work From Home Program (up to 2 days per week upon eligibility)
• Modern Office Setting
• Free On-Site Fitness Facility
• Free downtown shuttle route
• Two-minute walk from Walnut Creek BART Station
• Three-minute car ride from CA-24 and I-680
• Free On-Site Garage Parking
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirements Savings Match
• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Paid Community Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Program
  
  

$94,165 - $133,970 a year

This pay scale is an estimate of the salary range the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The actual salary may be above or below the range. The pay scale applies only to this position and only if it is filled in Walnut Creek, California. The pay scale may be different for other positions or in other locations.

About Us

With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace—something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Insurance

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