ABOUT US
Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.
WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.
- Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
- Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
- Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
- Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Lead, Employee Health, is responsible for providing proactive disability and rehabilitation case management services to employees with short or long term disabilities and workplace injuries, including facilitating employee re-integration to the workplace through planning, implementing and co-ordinating timely modified work programs; coordinating and liaising with health care providers and disability insurance carriers; and co-ordinating employee health surveillance programs.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Acts as the subject matter expert providing advice to management and employees regarding disability management, accommodation and return to work programs, providing case management of Workplace Safety Insurance Board (WSIB), Short Term Disability (STD) and Long Term disability (LTD) claims, with a focus on early and safe return to work.
- Assists management and employees with return to work and workplace accommodation processes.
- Reviews and interprets medical and non-medical information (i.e., distinguishing between objective and subjective information) through communication with the ill/injured employee and other stakeholders throughout the period of lost time and rehabilitation.
- Coordinates and administers pre-placement health assessments, and other health surveillance programs.
- Collaborates with divisional staff in the research, development and implementation/administration of occupational health, safety and wellness programs.
- Acts as a resource and referral to the Region’s Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- Assists in the development, assessment and revision of policies and procedures related to disability management and occupational health.
- Responds to inquiries and resolves concerns, as appropriate.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet Branch and Department objectives.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s Degree Human Resources Management, Health Sciences, Social Sciences or related field, or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Designation as either a Certified Return to Work Coordinator/Certified Disability Management or Canadian Vocational Rehabilitation Professional (CVRP), or Canadian Certified Occupational Health Nurse, or applicable designation associated with the education stream.
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience in rehabilitation or case management, including implementing and monitoring modified work programs and other workplace accommodations in a unionized environment.
- Experience in providing health surveillance programs such as pre-placement assessments.
- Experience in interpreting medical functional information and demonstrated experience communicating this information, within policy/legal bounds, in order that appropriate administrative decisions can be reached.
- Proven knowledge of disability management, theory and practice.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and processes with the ability to communicate its significance and relevancy to each situation.
- Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
- Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications, and familiarity with HRIS and Parklane.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self-management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
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Newmarket, NH
Full Time