WC Claims & Return-to-Work Specialist

Community Options Job Board; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Birthday holiday

Generous PTO

Employee incentives

Discount programs

403b retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Full-Time Workers' Compensation Specialist to join the Benefits department within Human Resources.

The role manages workers’ compensation and auto liability claims, coordinates incident reporting, and serves as the primary contact for employee claim inquiries. Responsibilities include working with the TPA, supervising investigations, and supporting the Return-to-Work program.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day workers’ compensation (WC) claims and litigation
• Oversee day-to-day auto liability claim management
• Oversee initial incident reporting and document management
• Serve as first point of contact for employee claim inquiries
• Provide administrative updates to the third-party administrator (TPA) to close claims
• Oversee WC claim investigations and advise TPA for faster resolution
• Provide quarterly claims reviews and updates to regional management
• Oversee the organization’s Return-to-Work/light duty program
• Lead WC management initiatives related to treatment and care of employees
• Manage occupational health programs and WC claim administration
• Oversee WC time hours/payout
• Ensure milestones and goals for projects/departments are met
• Cooperate with the licensee and department staff during inspections or investigations
• All other duties as assigned
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Community Options, Inc. in Princeton, NJ is seeking a Full-Time Workers' Compensation Specialist to join the Benefits department within Human Resources.

The role manages workers’ compensation and auto liability claims, coordinates incident reporting, and serves as the primary contact for employee claim inquiries. Responsibilities include working with the TPA, supervising investigations, and supporting the Return-to-Work program.