Description
Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator
Full time Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator
Pay Grade 12 - Job #1214 - $33.99/hour
The workload for this position is thirty-five (35) hours per week, twelve (12) months of the year.
Under the supervision of the Health & Safety Manager - WorkSafe Injury Management:
• Provides effective Disability Case Management of Occupational illness/injury claims in accordance with WorkSafeBC including clerical duties;
• Communicates with key stakeholders to facilitate the safe and timely return to work for ill/injured employees;
• Assesses Monthly Claims Cost reports for accuracy;
• Maintains online statistical database for several School Districts;
• Researches then prepares submissions for WorkSafeBC Review Division and WCAT Appeals.
Qualifications:
• Completed Grade 12 and (2) two years Post-Secondary Education;
• Minimum of (3) years previous experience, including one (1) year on the job, with WorkSafe BC, short-term disability or long-term disability processes;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Net typing speed of fifty (50) words per minute.
Applicants will be expected to:
• Maintain a high quality of work including accuracy and dependability;
• Possess good organizational and analytical skills
• Maintain a professional approach during pressure situations such as high workload volume or calls of an emotionally charged nature;
Successfully complete of the District clerical assessment;
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.makeafuture.ca with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
