Vocational Case Manager I

CorVel Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Parking and transit support

Job summary

CorVel Corporation seeks a Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC)/Vocational Case Manager to deliver vocational rehabilitation and medical case management for workplace injuries in southern Minnesota (Rochester, Owatonna, Mankato). RN license preferred; experience in case management or vocational rehab is encouraged.

The role assesses disability, eligibility, and feasible job goals aligned with client interests and physical limits, coordinating with insurers, physicians, employers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field.
• QRC registration with MN DLI or ability to obtain.
• Ability to obtain CRC or CDMS certification.
• RN license or bilingual (Spanish) a plus.
• Knowledge of Managed Care or Workers’ Compensation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and carry out appointments with client, family, adjuster, medical providers, employer, attorney and vendors.
• Complete forms according to industry requirements.
• Prepare organized reports within a specified timeframe.
• Document all case activity in files.
• Attend committee meetings, present instructional programs, administer vocational testing and review results.
• Perform labor market research and job analyses; provide expert testimony and job placement assistance.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Timelines

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Rehabilitation Counseling or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC)/Vocational Case Manager provides vocational rehabilitation services and medical case management to individuals following a work place injury through coordination with client, insurer, physician, employer, attorney and others with the ultimate goal being the client’s timely return to gainful employment. The Vocational Case Manager interviews and evaluates the client to determine the degree of disability, eligibility and feasibility of vocational rehabilitation services. This position determines suitable job goals consistent with the clients’ interests, aptitudes and physical limitations; supporting the goals of the Case Management department, and of CorVel.

This is a Minnesota Field Case Management position, providing coverage for the southern MN territory (Rochester, Owatonna, Mankato). Only candidates residing in southern MN will be considered.

RN license strongly preferred, candidates with case management experience or vocational rehabilitation background are also encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule and carry out appointments with client, family, adjuster, medical providers, employer, attorney, vendors as necessary
• Complete forms according to industry requirements
• Prepare organized reports within a specified timeframe
• Document all case activity in files
• Complete ongoing educational requirements as required by certifying entities
• May be required to attend committee meetings, participate in customer service activities, present instructional programs, administer vocational testing and review results, perform on-site job analyses, provide expert testimony, job placement, oversee job seeking skills workshop and perform labor market research
• Additional duties as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Effective multi-tasking skills in a high-volume, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to interface with claims staff, attorneys, physicians and their representatives, and advisors/clients and coworkers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet designated deadlines
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Office including Excel spreadsheets
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
• Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC) registration with the MN Department of Labor and Industry or ability to obtain
• Ability to obtain CRC or CDMS Certification
• Knowledge of Managed Care or Workers’ Compensation preferred
• RN license or bilingual (Spanish) a plus

PAY RANGE:

CorVel uses a market based approach to pay and our salary ranges may vary depending on your location. Pay rates are established taking into account the following factors: federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, the geographic location differential, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal employee equity, and market conditions. Our ranges may be modified at any time.

For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.) new hires may be slotted into a different level, either up or down, based on assessment during interview process taking into consideration experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. The level may impact the salary range and these adjustments would be clarified during the offer process.

In general, our opportunities will be posted for up to 1 year from date of posting, or until we have selected candidate(s) to fulfill the opening, whichever comes first.

CorVel, a certified Great Place to Work® Company, is a national provider of industry-leading risk management solutions for the workers’ compensation, auto, health and disability management industries. CorVel was founded in 1987 and has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange since 1991. Our continual investment in human capital and technology enable us to deliver the most innovative and integrated solutions to our clients. We are a stable and growing company with a strong, supportive culture and plenty of career advancement opportunities. Over 4,000 people working across the United States embrace our core values of Accountability, Commitment, Excellence, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE-IT!).

A comprehensive benefits package is available for full‑time regular employees and includes Medical (HDHP) w/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account Options, Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Pre‑paid Legal Insurance, Parking and Transit FSA accounts, 401K, ROTH 401K, and paid time off.

CorVel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

Our company does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of their race, color, national origin, religion, creed, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission. Copies of job postings will be kept on file.

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