Workers' Compensation Manager

The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford Nova Scotia, is a large, diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction, mining, and environmental services industries within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking the expertise of a Workers’ Compensation Manager to join our team from our head office based in Bedford, NS.

**Job Summary**:
**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:
Gather all pertinent information regarding workplace injuries and ensure the proper provincial forms are submitted within appropriate timelines
Determine an appropriate stay at work, or return to work plan with the employee, employer, workers’ compensation representatives, and other stakeholders as required. Provide timely and active support for the return to work planning process and support as needed.
Prepare and submit objections to WCB when appropriate and ensure proper follow up with the provincial board until a decision is made
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to keep all parties involved in the injured worker’s claim
Liaise with Human Resources and Benefits Team members and with medical professionals regarding case management aspects
Be a technical advisor/resource to employees and management on Workers’ Compensation and return to work matters
Manage, assign and oversee caseload for the WCB Generalist and any outside contractors
Request and review decision letters from Workers’ Compensation as necessary, and coordinate appeal activity when appropriate, as the employer representative
Promote awareness of health and safety issues
Comply with ethical, professional and legal requirements
Participate in required meetings, providing input and suggestions
Coordinate and attend employer visits and case conferences as required
Attend workshops, career development and continuing education opportunities to maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of issues that affect the position
Respect and protect the privacy of information relating to employees and the business
Maintain records, statistics, prepare reports and make recommendations for continual improvement
Any other duties as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:
College or university diploma or certificate in Disability Management, or a bachelor’s degree in a health profession.
CDMP certification preferred, or a willingness to obtain.
Five to ten years’ experience in a workers’ compensation position or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to perform essential functions of this position.
Direct experience with participating in internal WCB appeals and/or Appeals Tribunal proceedings
Demonstrated understanding of medical terminology
Demonstrated ability to interpret Functional Abilities Reports and/or Functional Capacity Evaluations
Strong management, planning, and leadership skills
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Excellent time management and project management skills
Able to deal with people tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
Working safely is a condition of employment.
Fluently bilingual (English/French), both written and spoken, is preferred
Experience with occupational hygiene and/or ergonomics will be considered a strong asset

**Working Conditions**:
The Workers’ compensation role will include some field work with a wide variety of other job groups where the work environment changes consistently.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package is offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

**Application Process**:
Human Resources

**Attn**: Jessica Wilson

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.