HR Advisor, Disability Management

The Dufresne Group is currently seeking an **HR Advisor, Disability Management** for our Human Resources Team within our **Home Office** located at **147 Commerce Drive** in **Winnipeg, MB**.**

As an HR Advisor, Disability Management you will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to the organization in the areas of disability management and claims coordination for both occupational and non-occupational accidents/injuries. You will be responsible for overseeing the claims management system and implementing effective return to work programs; and will work closely with team members, healthcare providers, and external agencies to ensure safe and timely reintegration into the workplace, while continuously improving the claims management performance through proactive prevention programs. You will also assist the HRBP team in supporting with day-to-day employee relations, helping to implement and execute on HR strategies, policies, procedures, and initiatives

**The Dufresne Group is committed to investing in our team members; we offer**:

- Market competitive wages;
- Comprehensive benefits plan and excellent employee discounts;
- Employer Sponsored Retirement Savings Plan;
- Career growth and continuous development;
- Respectful and family-oriented working environment with strong company values.

As the HR Advisor, Disability Management you will:

- Accurately complete and submit all necessary documentation for claims processing and monitor status changes in the system.
- Work with external service providers to manage WCB/WSIB, short and long-term disability leaves.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for team members and management regarding claims management inquiries, providing expert guidance and support.
- Explore initiatives to reduce lost time claims and enhance return-to-work plans.
- Work closely with employees and management to coordinate and facilitate early and safe return to work opportunities, leveraging the return-to-work accommodation program.
- Provide coaching and consultation to Managers.
- Support employees through all stages of illness and injury while ensuring that relevant and appropriate medical documentation is obtained.
- Administer employee benefits programs which include monthly billing, benefit enrollments, contributions, and arrears collection, etc
- Coordinate annual Benefit Renewal and open enrollment processes.
- Create benefit communications and educate employees on benefit programs.
- Report and track WCB/WSIB STD, and LTD claims management, generating and distributing reports as required.
- Provide recommendations to streamline and improve processes and procedures.
- Manage RRSP/DPSP reporting and eligibility.
- Provide assistance and support to the HRBP team.
- Provide employee relations support, including interpreting human resource policies and procedures relating to team members and Company objectives.
- Provide support / counsel management and resolve employee relations and performance management issues in the day-to-day.
- Promote Health and Safety by ensuring compliance, partnering with operational management to implement a solution when a concern is brought up and administering training completion across locations. Liaise with regulatory authorities.
- Support HR programs' administration, including analyzing trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
- Maintain knowledge of multi jurisdiction legislation related to the day-to-day management of team members, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of the HR function leading to the enhancement of the team member value proposition of TDG.
- Post-secondary education in human resource management. Combination of education and experience will be considered.
- CHRP designation or working towards the designation is a strong asset.
- 2-3 years of experience working in the human resources field.
- Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations, disability management principles, Occupational Health and Safety and Worker’s Compensation Legislation.
- Knowledge of current HR policies & practices, including knowledge of employment laws.
- Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and ability to learn in-house computer programs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills coupled with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative thinker and proactive problem solver.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Highly motivated with proven organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills.
- Adaptable and ready to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Passport and ability to travel within North America (some travel may be required).
- A satisfactory Criminal Record Check will be required.