Disability Management Coordinator

Salary:
As one of Ontario's established integrated construction services companies, the John Aarts Group Ltd., which includes J-AAR Excavating, AAROC Aggregates, AAROC Equipment, Concrete Forming (1980) and Dutch Brothers Ready Mix is proud to have participated in the growth and development of Southwestern Ontario.

We are seeking a salaried **Disability Management Coordinator **who is aspiring to reach their potential in the field of construction, reporting to the Payroll Team Lead. As the Disability Management Coordinator, you will be responsible for processing and monitoring WSIB (Workplace Safety & Insurance Board) claims and supporting the Return-to-Work program. You will work as a cross functional member of the People and Culture team.

**Environment**

While supporting a construction environment you will be working within an office environment. You will be required on occasion to visit construction sites. You will have the ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. Your support may be required outside of normal work hours.

**How you will make an IMPACT**
- Coordinates the disability program for staff who are unable to return to their regular duties as a result of an occupational or non-occupational illness or injury
- Acts as a resource for management and staff on RTW programs
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees and managers
- Assist management in overseeing the RTW process, including modified work programs, minimizing time loss and claim costs through early intervention and proactive co-ordination of program
- Review functional abilities forms
- Acts as the primary contact with WSIB
- Complete all WSIB required forms to ensure compliance with deadlines and legislation
- Liaises with the WSIB, medical professionals and related agencies regarding WSIB claims management activities
- Tracks attendance and disability management including graduated return to work programs and accommodation
- Responsible for monitoring claims activity from date of injury to full recovery
- Meet with appropriate parties for company representation
- Track and monitor absences due to non-occupational illness and injury
- Correspond with employees, managers, Health and Safety, and Payroll to ensure all documentation is received and processed within strict timelines
- Other duties, relevant to the position, shall be assigned as required

**How you WOW us**
- 5-7 years of work experience in disability management, return to work programs, claims management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Sound knowledge of W.S.I.A., O.H.S.A., Human Rights Code, Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as well as employment and other related legislation
- Experience with supporting a People and Culture team
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written
- Excellent organizational, analytical skills, and detail oriented
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Can adhere to confidentiality requirements
- Experience in union relations would be an asset
- Strong work ethic
- Demonstrated commitment to Health & Safety

**How we TAKE CARE of our PEOPLE**
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation
- Referral Bonuses
- Company paid benefits
- A team member focused culture with a common objective of finding out what we are capable of and reaching our potential.
- Skill building, training opportunities, career support
- We Celebrate our Achievements: holiday parties, BBQs, fishing derby, sporting event tickets, golf days, and so much more

John Aarts Group Ltd. welcomes all applicants and is committed to a diverse workforce. If you require accommodation, please contact the People and Culture Department.