Advocate (Wcb and Ltd)

2 weeks ago


New Westminster, Canada Health Science Association of BC Full time

HSA recognizes the efforts of our employees and is committed to excellent compensation, superior benefits and ongoing recognition to maintain work/life balance._

**Who We Are**

The Health Sciences Association of BC (HSA) is a dynamic union delivering modern health care to British Columbians. Our 20,000 members work primarily in diagnostic, clinical and rehabilitation services at over 250 hospitals and agencies across the province.

**About the Role**

Under the general direction of the Membership Services Coordinator - Disability Management, the Advocate will:

- represent HSA members in matters arising from worker’s compensation claims and serve as an internal resource to senior staff on issues related to worker’s compensation; and
- represent HSA members and assist stewards with respect to issues arising from Long Term Disability claims and appeals.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Manage member cases involving Workers’ Compensation claims, prepare and present member appeals to the WCB
- Act as a resource to union staff colleagues on matters regarding WCB regulations and claims
- Liaise with counterparts in other unions, health care organizations and the WCB to keep informed of developments in the WCB field
- Represent members as necessary in Long Term Disability appeals, including requisitioning and interpreting medical reports, identifying and tendering relevant evidence, and preparing lengthy and comprehensive written submissions
- Act as a resource to union staff colleagues on matters regarding multiple LTD plans
- Perform other related duties as assigned

**What We're Looking For**
- An undergraduate degree in a related discipline and a minimum of seven years’ recent experience in WCB advocacy; or
- A law degree and a minimum of five years’ recent experience in WCB advocacy.
- Demonstrated experience in:

- Collective agreement administration
- Conducting disability claims management and appeals
- Liaising effectively with various stakeholders
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of:

- Human rights legislation
- Privacy legislation
- Relevant arbitral jurisprudence
- Integrated disability management programs, and disability benefit programs
- Government, community and other resources available to disabled employees
- Outstanding written, verbal and presentation skills
- Excellent listening skills and capacity for empathy
- Solid communication, organizational and conflict resolution skills in order to effectively drive positive case management outcomes
- Ability to handle high pressure workload, problem solve difficult cases, and negotiate potentially contentious situations
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent time management, prioritization and follow-up skills
- Commitment to trade union principles
- Possession of a valid BC Driver’s Licence and vehicle is required
- Ability to travel throughout province as required

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Health, wellness & safety allowance
- 13 paid holidays
- Reimbursement of transit costs
- Support for educational opportunities
- Hybrid workplace model
- Pension plan
- Employee and family assistance counselling program
- Staff appreciation events

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume no later than **June 18, 2023**. No phone calls please. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $137,144.61 per year

**Experience**:

- WCB advocacy (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Westminster, BC V3L 0G7

Application deadline: 2023-06-18


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