Injury Management Specialist (12-month Contract)

WHO ARE WE?

Disability Management Institute (DMI) offers small and medium sized employers flexible innovative solutions to their disability management needs. Our specialties include: WCB/WSIB Claims Management, Self-Funded Sick Leave Adjudication, and Non Occupational Absence Management, Return to Work Planning and Disability Management. Ranging in size from 5-2500 employees our clients span the public and private sectors and cover a wide range of industries.

YOUR ROLE

Join our team as an Injury Management Specialist, working remotely in Canada! In this role, you’ll partner with clients to effectively manage occupational (WCB) claims and add value through your expertise. This is a 12-month contract opportunity.

OUTCOMES

• Communicate effectively with WCB, employers, and workers to manage claims smoothly.
• Collaborate with all parties to positively influence claim outcomes.
• Educate workers and employers on their responsibilities under the WCB Act and related policies.
• Proactively manage a caseload through early intervention and relationship-building.
• Support workers and employers in creating effective return-to-work plans.

YOUR IMPACT

• You will proactively collect and evaluate relevant information and documentation from workplace parties
• You contact employees within 24 hours of receiving report of Injury Form, explaining the role of DMI, and collects pertinent information
• You prepare and submits Form 7 to WCB for lost time injuries and medical aid.
• You communicate with WCB, employer and workers on a regular basis
• You chart communication in Disability Management System 
• You proactively manage a caseload through early intervention.  
• You assist workers and employers to develop return to work plans
• You review WCB correspondence and determines next steps
• You liaise with the provincial Workers’ Compensation Boards
• You provide claim updates to clients as required 

THIS IS YOU

• You have a demonstrated understanding of WCB/WSIB policy and practices. 
• You have experience in disability management or return to work is an asset but not required. 
• You have well developed communication skills.
• You have the ability to prioritize work.
• You have well developed analytical skills.

  WHAT YOU'LL GET In addition to becoming part of a creative, challenging, and stimulating work environment, we also offer:

• a competitive salary & benefits program
• paid time off, including flex time
• education assistance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer matching
• participation in our Happy Friday program

YOUR COMPENSATION

At the time of this posting, the estimated annual base salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000. Individual compensation within this range is determined by factors such as job-related skills, relevant experience, and education/training. This range reflects the annual base salary only and does not encompass our comprehensive total rewards, benefits, and potential bonuses that we proudly offer. 

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING FOR DMI

Professional Development   

We are a fast-growing company and as a result, there are ample opportunities for career growth and professional development when you join our team. From a transparent promotion structure and defined career paths to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, we do what it takes to invest in your career and help you hone your skills so you can grow alongside us!   

Health & Wellness Benefits   

We offer a comprehensive array of health and wellness benefits that provide choices so you can tune your benefits plan to fit your unique needs.   

Events and Socials   

When you join our team, you’ll enjoy everything from virtual company-wide teaching and training days, industry events, Happy Fridays, team social events and much more!   

We thank everyone who applies to the Injury Management Specialist role; however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who have been selected for an interview. Apply