What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers' Compensation Return to Work Coordinator position at Contra Costa College?
The Position
Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management
Why join the Contra Costa County Risk Management Department?
Contra Costa County Risk Management Department is seeking one (1) Workers’ Compensation Return to Work Coordinator to join our Workers’ Compensation Claims Unit.
The Workers’ Compensation Return to Work Coordinator will report to the Assistant Risk Manager – Workers’ Compensation and is responsible for managing the County’s Return to Work Program. This program facilitates the return to work of industrially injured/disabled employees within the County. The Return to Work Program objective is to provide work for temporarily industrially injured/disabled employees through restricted duty to reduce disability and workers’ compensation costs, maximize productivity, minimize the loss of human resources and promote full and prompt recovery with the return of the employee to productive employment.
The County is unique in that it is self-insured and self-administered in providing workers’ compensation benefits to the frontline, public safety, and internal service employees of the County. The County believes staff is its greatest asset. We strive to provide a workplace that is inclusive of all people, cultures, and backgrounds. At Contra Costa County, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact on the individuals we serve. We lead through our values, integrity, community, and our employees are dedicated and provide excellent service.
The Workers’ Compensation Claims Unit is a small and dedicated unit within the Risk Management Team. Each team member has a unique opportunity to support each other, make an immediate impact on the program, and to share their experience and knowledge with the rest of the team
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency, one (1) year of which must have been working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
Substitution Experience: A Master’s degree in Psychology, Career Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a closely related field, or a law degree may be substituted for one (1) year -of experience. There is no substitution for the one (1) year of working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
Substitution for Education: Additional experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Selection Process
For recruitment specific questions, please contact Amanda Monson at amanda.monson@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
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The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for this position and to assist the HR staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."
I possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
I understand that I may be required to provide proof of transcripts by the hiring manager.
I have three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency.
I have at least one (1) year of experience working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
Please describe your experience working with industrially injured/disabled employees. Be specific and include employers name.
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Describe your experience in in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency. Be specific.
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How many years of experience do you have monitoring employees in temporary restricted duty assignments?
How many years of experience do you have training departments or staff on ADA/FEHA policies?
How many years of experience do you have working with industrially injured/disabled employees' claims adjusters to facilitate return to work status?
How many years of experience do you have participating or facilitating in committee meetings?
How many years of experience do you have interpreting essential job functions and determining applicable temporary restricted duty assignments?
By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.
Bargaining Unit: Local 21 - Non-Supervisory Management
Why join the Contra Costa County Risk Management Department?
Contra Costa County Risk Management Department is seeking one (1) Workers’ Compensation Return to Work Coordinator to join our Workers’ Compensation Claims Unit.
The Workers’ Compensation Return to Work Coordinator will report to the Assistant Risk Manager – Workers’ Compensation and is responsible for managing the County’s Return to Work Program. This program facilitates the return to work of industrially injured/disabled employees within the County. The Return to Work Program objective is to provide work for temporarily industrially injured/disabled employees through restricted duty to reduce disability and workers’ compensation costs, maximize productivity, minimize the loss of human resources and promote full and prompt recovery with the return of the employee to productive employment.
The County is unique in that it is self-insured and self-administered in providing workers’ compensation benefits to the frontline, public safety, and internal service employees of the County. The County believes staff is its greatest asset. We strive to provide a workplace that is inclusive of all people, cultures, and backgrounds. At Contra Costa County, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact on the individuals we serve. We lead through our values, integrity, community, and our employees are dedicated and provide excellent service.
The Workers’ Compensation Claims Unit is a small and dedicated unit within the Risk Management Team. Each team member has a unique opportunity to support each other, make an immediate impact on the program, and to share their experience and knowledge with the rest of the team
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
- Goal oriented and focused on finding solutions
- Good at building relationships and collaborating with others
- Skilled at verbal communication with the ability to provide information clearly and concisely
- Able to adapt to situations that are dynamic in nature
- An active listener and able to handle adversity
- Working with multiple county department’s regarding temporary work restrictions
- Answering questions from county department staff, employees, and Labor Union Representatives about the Return to Work Program
- Administering and managing one or more monthly Return to Work Committee meetings
- Advising and meeting regularly with County Department Workers’ Compensation Coordinators
- You will be part of a dynamic team
- You will have the opportunity to work a hybrid remote schedule
- You will have access to a generous benefits package including retirement, health plan options and other benefits listed here: Employee Benefits | Contra Costa County, CA Official Website
- You will be expected to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- You may interact with clients that are upset and/or confused
- You will manage conflicting sets of circumstances
- Legal & Regulatory Navigation: Understanding, interpreting, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
- Establishing Credibility: Doing what he/she commits to doing and respecting the confidentiality of information and concerns shared by others
- Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
- Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
- Self-Management: Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
- Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication
- Presentation Skill: Formally delivering information to groups
- Handling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situations
- Professional Impact: Presenting self as a positive representative of the organization
- Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
- Leading Cross-Divisional Collaboration: Demonstrating cooperation and teamwork while working within and across divisions and teams
- Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency, one (1) year of which must have been working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
Substitution Experience: A Master’s degree in Psychology, Career Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a closely related field, or a law degree may be substituted for one (1) year -of experience. There is no substitution for the one (1) year of working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
Substitution for Education: Additional experience of the type noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two (2) years.
Selection Process
- Application Filing: All applicants must apply on-line at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire is required at the time of applying.
- Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be convened to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
- Training and Experience Evaluation: Consists of an evaluation of each candidate's relevant education, training and/or experience as presented on the application and supplemental questionnaire. (Weighted 100%)
- Final Selection Interviews: These will be scheduled by the department once the eligible list is established.
For recruitment specific questions, please contact Amanda Monson at amanda.monson@hrd.cccounty.us. For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
01
The purpose of the questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their experience, education, and training for this position and to assist the HR staff in assessing each applicant's qualifications. Your responses to the questionnaire will be used to better understand your relevant experience, education, and training to determine which applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see attached application or see resume."
- I understand
I possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Yes
- No
I understand that I may be required to provide proof of transcripts by the hiring manager.
- I understand
I have three (3) years of full-time or its equivalent experience in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency.
- Yes
- No
- I am substituting a Master's degree for one (1) year of experience
I have at least one (1) year of experience working with industrially injured/disabled employees.
- Yes
- No
Please describe your experience working with industrially injured/disabled employees. Be specific and include employers name.
07
Describe your experience in in coordinating services as they relate to state and federal disability related laws such as Fair Employment Housing Act and American Disabilities Act (FEHA/ADA), for an employer or consulting agency. Be specific.
08
How many years of experience do you have monitoring employees in temporary restricted duty assignments?
- I do not have this type of experience
- I have less than one (1) year of experience
- I have one (1) or more years but less than two (2) years of experience
- I have two (2) or more years but less than three (3) years of experience
- I have three (3) years or more of experience
How many years of experience do you have training departments or staff on ADA/FEHA policies?
- I do not have this type of experience
- I have less than one (1) year of experience
- I have one (1) or more years but less than two (2) years of experience
- I have two (2) or more years but less than three (3) years of experience
- I have three (3) years or more of experience
How many years of experience do you have working with industrially injured/disabled employees' claims adjusters to facilitate return to work status?
- I do not have this type of experience
- I have less than one (1) year of experience
- I have one (1) or more years but less than two (2) years of experience
- I have two (2) or more years but less than three (3) years of experience
- I have more than three (3) years of experience
How many years of experience do you have participating or facilitating in committee meetings?
- I do not have this type of experience
- I have less than one (1) year of experience
- I have one (1) or more years but less than two (2) years of experience
- I have two (2) or more years but less than three (3) years of experience
- I have more than three (3) years of experience
How many years of experience do you have interpreting essential job functions and determining applicable temporary restricted duty assignments?
- I do not have this type of experience
- I have less than one (1) year of experience
- I have one (1) or more years of experience but less than two (2) years of experience
- I have two (2) or more years but less than three (3) years of experience
- I have more than three (3) years of experience
By checking this box, I am confirming that all statements made in this supplemental questionnaire and on the application are accurate and true; and I understand that misstatements or omissions of material facts will result in being rejected from this recruitment process or released from future employment with Contra Costa County.
- I understand
- Required Question
