Return-to-Work Lead | Temp-to-Full-Time

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Return-to-Work Coordinator to manage disability case management and coordinate return-to-work processes for injured employees. The role handles supporting temporary accommodations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and university policies.

The position involves analyzing medical restrictions, coordinating with departments and external providers, and maintaining data-driven metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of working experience required.
• Certified Professional Disability Management and/or California Workers' Compensation Claims Administration certifications.
• FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FEHA knowledge and workers' compensation laws.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes medical work restrictions and coordinates return-to-work decisions.
• Liaises with internal/external stakeholders on workers' compensation and accommodations.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and university policies.
• Maintains benchmarks and generates metrics on accommodation processes.
• Builds relationships with employees and home departments with confidentiality.

Skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical and data reporting

Discretion and confidentiality

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Professional Disability Management

California Workers' Compensation Claims Administration certifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Southern California is seeking a Return-to-Work Coordinator to manage disability case management and coordinate return-to-work processes for injured employees. The role handles supporting temporary accommodations and ensures compliance with applicable laws and university policies.

The position involves analyzing medical restrictions, coordinating with departments and external providers, and maintaining data-driven metrics.