Exec. Dir. Risk Legal

Elwyn; Elwyn (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay

Paid On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities and成长

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elwyn is seeking an Executive Director of Risk Management to lead the organization’s comprehensive risk program, overseeing property, casualty and workers’ compensation, and driving safety initiatives across PA and NJ I/DD services.

You will manage insurance procurement, claims, and incident investigations, while guiding a team of professionals and coordinating with legal and compliance functions to protect the organization’s mission and assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in risk management, insurance, business administration or related field; knowledge of safety and loss control processes.
• 8+ years experience with risk financing and risk control techniques for property, casualty and workers' compensation exposures.
• ARM/PRM/CSP certification highly desired.
• Minimum 5 years of strong management experience directing others.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, databases, formulas); report-writing experience encouraged.
• Experience in a unionized workforce preferred.
• Excellent analytical, judgment and written/verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements comprehensive risk management programs including risk plans, policies and procedures.
• Oversees insurance procurement, claims reporting and management, and annual renewals.
• Manages insurance broker relationships and third-party administrators.
• Designs workers’ compensation and light-duty programs; ensures OSHA compliance.
• Leads incident management and investigation processes for PA/NJ I/DD services.
• Directs risk management team focused on safety, risk management, investigations and claims.
• Reviews contracts to ensure adequate insurance coverages; supports litigation defense as needed.
• Collaborates with General Counsel to address risk and safety issues across the organization.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management or related field

ARM/PRM/CSP certification

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages
• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay
• Paid On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth
• Flexible Schedules
• Retirement Savings Plan

Responsibilities

The Executive Director of Risk Management oversees the organization’s comprehensive insurance and risk management program, assessing and identifying risks that could impede the reputation, safety, security, or financial success of the organization. The oversight includes the development, monitoring, maintenance, implementation and management of the corporation's property, casualty, and Workers' Compensation programs utilizing risk financing and risk control techniques. The Risk Management Director is responsible for the development, implementation and monitoring of the Elwyn Safety and Loss Prevention Programs and works collaboratively with Service Line Area and Support Department personnel. The ED of Risk Management is responsible for the PA and NJ I/DD Incident Management and investigation program and process to ensure that incidents are investigator, reported and remediated according to program regulations and organizational policies. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops and implements comprehensive risk management program including risk management and safety plans policies and procedures
• Oversees insurance procurement, claims reporting and management, annual renewal, data tracking
• Manages insurance broker and third party administrator relationships
• Designs and oversees the workers compensation programs and light duty programs
• Oversees OSHA compliance
• Directs the incident management and investigation process for the PA and NJ I/DD services to ensure incidents are reported, investigated and addressed as required
• Lead team of Risk Management processionals dedicated to safety, risk management, incident management and investigations and claims management
• Reviews contracts to insure adequate insurance coverages/bonding as appropriate
• Monitors and assists outside counsel in defending litigation matters
• Conducts root cause analyses of sentinel events
• Leads annual review and recommendations for Risk Management program
• Participates in investigations and development and implementation of corrective action plans
• Collaborates with General Counsel and Corporate Compliance Officer to identify and address risk and safety issues across all areas of the organization
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration or related field; knowledge of safety and loss control processes;
• Minimum eight (8) years experience with risk financing and risk control techniques related to property, casualty and Workers' Compensation exposures.
• Industry certification such as Associate in Risk Management (ARM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM) or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) highly desired.
• Minimum five (5) years demonstrated strong management experience, skills and ability to direct others and work independently is required.
• Demonstrated advanced experience with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, databases, formulas) and intermediate experience with MS Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint; report-writer experience preferred
• Previous experience working within a unionized workforce preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated excellent analytical skills and excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions
• Meticulous attention to detail and high level of data accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing priorities
• Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills, including presentations to senior leaders across the organization
• High level of professionalism and ability to work with and interact with company personnel at all levels
• Track record for finding solutions to tough problems
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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