Workers' Compensation Specialist

Fountain; Hudson (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Leaf Home in Hudson, OH seeks a Workers’ Compensation Specialist to manage claims from intake to resolution, coordinating with employees, medical providers, and carriers while ensuring regulatory compliance and data-driven decision making.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2–4 years in workers’ compensation or safety, with strong communication and organizational skills. Full-time position with competitive benefits and On-site work.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of workers’ compensation claims, from initial reporting, resolution, and settlement.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, providing information on WC benefits and assisting with claims forms.
• Maintain effective communication with injured employees, medical providers, and insurance carriers to facilitate information exchange and expedite claim processing.
• Track, compile, and analyze data on claims frequency, severity, and costs to identify trends.
• Ensure claims handling procedures align with applicable laws and company policies.
• Assist in accident investigations and contribute to safety awareness initiatives.
• Manage relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, and other service providers to ensure effective program administration.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking and managing claims data.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or combination of education, training, and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

HRIS systems

Claim management software

Job description

Workers' Compensation Specialist LeafHome

Address 1595 Georgetown Rd, Hudson, OH 44236, USA

Compensation $55,000.00 - $65,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Description

About Leaf Home

At Leaf Home, we are powered by people on a single mission to make homeownership easy. We’ve crafted a team of the very best to ensure we make a difference by winning every day. In addition to serving our customers, Leaf Home strives to build a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work® as well as a multi-year recipient of Top Workplaces recognition.

From competitive medical benefits to people-focused committees like the Women’s Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Committee, and VetConnect, we are dedicated to making Leaf Home a workplace where you can win every day. Come grow your career with us.

Why Leaf Home

• We Win – Being driven every day to win is who we are
• People Powered – Recognized as a top Ohio and U.S. workplace by Great Place to Work®, Energage, and more
• Family Feel with Enterprise-Level Resources – You are important to us, and we’ve built a culture you’ll love
• Support – Inclusion, sustainability, and reliability surround everything we do
• Personal Growth – Dedicated to providing resources and encouragement for employee growth
• Mobility – Locations throughout the U.S. and Canada, with continued expansion

Position Summary

The Workers’ Compensation Specialist manages claims from intake to resolution, serving as a resource and liaison for employees, ensuring compliance with regulations, analyzing data and metrics, fostering safety awareness, and coordinating with insurance carriers and medical providers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire lifecycle of workers’ compensation claims, from initial reporting, resolution, and settlement.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees, providing information on WC benefits, assisting with claims forms, and acting as a resource for managers regarding procedures and policies.
• Maintain effective communication with injured employees, medical providers, insurance carriers, and other relevant parties to facilitate information exchange and expedite claim processing.
• Track, compile, and analyze data on claims frequency, severity, and costs to identify trends.
• Ensure claims handling procedures and documentation adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local workers' compensation laws and company policies.
• Assist in accident investigations, provide training on incident reporting procedures, and contribute to efforts to reduce workplace injuries and improve safety awareness.
• Manage relationships with insurance carriers, brokers, and other service providers to ensure effective program administration.
• Implement and maintain systems for tracking and managing claims data.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or a Combination of education, training, and experience.
• 2-4 years of work experience in Workers’ Compensation or Safety.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS systems, and claim management software.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications

• Experience managing claims in Canada.
• Strong knowledge of EHS KPIs.
• Adapting to and managing change.
• Communicating and building relationships.
• Business acumen and cross-functional knowledge.
• Achieving results.
• Decision-making and problem-solving.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional overnight travel is required (1-10%).

Overtime/Additional Hours Requirements

• Additional and non-standard hours may be required (exempt).

Are We Your Company?

Leaf Home is dominating the home improvement industry as we continue to grow. We work hard and play harder. With offices across the U.S. and Canada, our diverse team spans marketing, sales, installation, and service. We are committed to employee growth through:

• Innovating, Always – Providing cutting-edge solutions for employees and customers
• Partnering with Our Customers – Building trusted relationships at the core of everything we do
• Empowering Employees – Creating opportunities for growth and success in a supportive environment
• Supporting Our Communities – Giving back to the places our customers and employees call home

What We Offer

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits after 60 days
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid parental leave and generous paid time off programs
• On-campus fitness programs and meal delivery services
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing, financial wellness, and childcare benefits
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee assistance program with 24/7 legal, financial, and counseling support
• Employee discount marketplace with thousands of savings options
• Employee resource groups, including VetConnect and the Women’s Committee

Awards and Recognition

Leaf Home has been recognized as a top workplace by The Plain Dealer, is a multi-year recipient of Top Workplaces USA by Energage, and is Great Place to Work® Certified™. Additional recognitions include:

• Remodeling 550 list placements
• Smart Culture Awards for employee-focused culture
• Inc. 5000 and Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest growth recognition

For a full list of awards, visit www.leafhome.com/press/.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Leaf Home is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, in accordance with applicable law.

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement and Contact

Leaf Home is committed to honoring the spirit and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].