Occupational Health and Safety Professional

6 days ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ontario Nurses' Association Full time

Job Summary

The Ontario Nurses' Association is seeking a highly skilled Disability Management Specialist to join our Human Resources Team in Toronto. As a key member of our team, you will provide strategic support in areas of Disability Management and Health, Safety & Wellness, to both union and non-union staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) claims and forward appropriate forms for completion by all parties within appropriate timelines.
  • Coordinate and schedule Return to Work (RTW) meetings between all parties.
  • Liaise with our long-term disability (LTD) carrier to ensure smooth transitions for our employees through the entire process, including RTW.
  • Critically analyze case files for other health-related factors that may influence recovery time, early and safe return to work eligibility, and seek further medical information if required.
  • Collaborate with workplace parties to resolve barriers to successful and sustainable accommodations and return to work plans.
  • Review job demands and identify suitable work while adhering to essential duties of the job.
  • Receive, review, and interpret medical information/reports used to help in the return to work process, seek further clarification if required, and compare this information against acceptable guidelines.
  • Facilitate employee re-integration to the workplace through planning, implementing, and coordinating return to work programs with Employee, Manager, Medical Team, Specialists (i.e. Ergonomists), WSIB Return To Work Specialist, and Unions (if applicable).
  • Draft, evaluate, and revise the Transitional Modified Work Plan, as necessary, and communicate regularly with the employee and manager to ensure it is progressing according to plan and are not open-ended (i.e. end-date), with consideration to Legislation, Policy, and Collective Agreements.
  • Monitor target dates for achievement of outcomes and/or requesting medical updates.
  • Assess and interview employees for pre-placement evaluations in the permanent accommodation process, request and review medical information to substantiate the request, and review permanent accommodations on an annual basis.
  • Arrange and facilitate RTW meetings with the employee, Manager, and Union Representative, if applicable.
  • Conduct case file review to ensure efficiencies are met and sound decisions are made, decisions and processes are standardized, and best practice.
  • Assist with seeking second injury cost relief (SIEF), where appropriate, with WSIB to help reduce insurance claims cost to the organization.
  • Refer staff to paramedical services as appropriate.
  • Provide information on Wellness Programs to support staff wellbeing.
  • Resource Wellness education and offerings to staff.
  • Review cases and prepare summary for grievance meetings.
  • Prepare monthly reports to Executive Lead, HR.
  • Meet with Executive Lead, HR Business on a regular basis to discuss file updates and strategy moving forward.
  • Assist with completing WSIB forms, LTD forms, and Appeals.

Requirements

  • A post-secondary certificate or diploma in Human Health Science, Occupational Health, or related field.
  • Minimum five (5) years relevant claims management experience providing strategic and operational support in a team, preferably in a unionized environment.
  • Two (2) years Occupational Health experienced preferred.
  • Regulated Health Professional – (Occupational Health Nurse, Kinesiologist, or Ergonomist) Preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with health and wellness, leave-of-absence processes, WSIB claims, and leading special projects.
  • Health and Safety Certification or in progress is required.
  • Strong working knowledge and understanding of health & safety laws, employment laws, and industry trends relating to Human Resources & Health Wellness.
  • Effective change management & project management skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership providing team effectiveness.
  • Experience working with Human Capital System/HRIS. Knowledge of Ultimate Software is considered an asset.
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Detail orientated and organized with a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication & time management skills.
  • The ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • CHRP or CHRL considered an asset.

What We Offer

The successful candidate must be able to travel, possess a valid driver's license, and have access to an automobile for business use.

How to Apply

All interested candidates may apply via ONA Jobs.

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