Return to Work Specialist

RETURN TO WORK SPECIALIST

Hamilton Police Service is proud to serve and protect Hamilton’s 545,000 residents in partnership with our communities. Our 800+ officers and 400+ civilians are guided by our mission, vision and values in making Hamilton a safe place to live and work.

Do you have 4+ years’ experience in attendance & disability claims management, along with a University Degree in HR, Disability Management, Health and Safety, Kinesiology or a related field? If this sounds like you then we would love you to join our team.

The Hamilton Police Service is looking for a Return to Work Specialist who is responsible for providing a full range of disability management services for both occupational (WSIB) and non-occupational claims.

The Return to Work Specialist will:

• Collect appropriate medical documentation, seek clarification of an employee’s medical status, liaise with outside agencies and service providers, and coordinate return to work programs
• Act as the primary contact for inquiries related to workplace injury claims from internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor all WSIB costs, process payments and liaise with Finance and HR staff on payment issues
• Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable WSIB/WSIA, Ontario Occupational Health & Safety (OHSA), Employment Standards Act (ESA) and Human Rights Code (HRC) legislation and regulations
• Track and document decisions, correspondences and follow up tasks through applicable software
• Develop strategies and/or internal resource materials that will help provide guidance and support to employees and supervisors around applicable health topics

Qualified applicants will have successful completion of a University degree HR, Disability Management, Health and Safety, Kinesiology or a related field, as well as:

• 4+ years’ experience in attendance/disability claims management, including at least two (2) years of experience with WSIB Claims Administration
• Previous experience using HRIS/Claims Management systems (e.g. PeopleSoft, Parklane etc.)
• The ability to utilize a personal computer, including accurate keyboarding and data entry skills - Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills (e.g. compose letters, spreadsheets/charts, presentations/reports), and demonstrated clerical abilities (e.g. basic office/reading comprehension, numeracy, grammar, spelling, filing, copying/ comparing information, proofreading etc.)
• Extensive attention to detail, strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a high volume or work

• Valid Class G Driver’s License, or the equivalent, with no more than six (6) accumulated demerit points, permitting you to drive an automobile in Ontario with full driving privileges

A designation in one or more of the following disciplines would be an asset: Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP), Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC) and/or Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) or equivalent. Prior experience working in a unionized environment would also be considered an asset.
What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• The opportunity to work with both Sworn and Civilian members of the Hamilton Police Service
• The ability to make a difference within the Hamilton community

APPLICATION DEADLINE & INSTRUCTIONS

Applications (i.e. cover letter and resume – all one document) are to be submitted via the City of Hamilton Careers website before 11:59 PM on January 30, 2022.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for testing and/or an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or emails please. We are unable to respond to all applicants. The Hamilton Police Service is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation for testing, interview, or employment purposes.

If hired, the incumbent shall comply with all Health and Safety Policies and Practices for their position and the workplace. By applying, you agree that the statements made by you are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge. Further, you understand that any falsification of statements, misrepresentations, and/or deliberate omission or concealment of information may be considered just cause for dismissal. As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton.