Workers Compensation Generalist

at  Municipal Group of Companies

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 within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking the expertise of a Workers’ Compensation Generalist to join our team from our head office based in Bedford, NS.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Workers’ Compensation Generalist performs administrative and complex work involved in the management of Workers’ Compensation claims. Work involves considerable interaction with both internal and external contacts, difficult non-routine tasks, and access to confidential information. Judgment and initiative are exercised frequently in response to verbal and written communications and in interpreting and applying company-wide policies and procedures.

Completion and submission of Workers’ Compensation forms
Maintain records, statistics, prepares reports and make recommendations for improvements
Participate in the review and evaluation of company policies and procedures with regards to workers’ compensation and return to work
Make early contact with injured employee/s and provide support and understanding when a workplace injury or illness occurs- this will help maintain a sound relationship between the company and the injured employee
Maintain communication with supervisors and safety throughout the duration of the claim and in return-to-work planning
Assist injured employees to remain at, or return to work, as soon and as safely possible after injuries occur
Assist in the preparation and implementation of rehabilitation and return to work plans for injured employees in collaboration with Workers’ Compensation & Treatment Providers
Maintain communication with all persons involved in rehabilitation or providing medical services to injured employees (i.e. physiotherapists, occupational therapists, physicians)
Monitor the progress of an injured employees’ capacity to return to work
Ensure that injured employees modify their work practices to include regular positional changes, required rest breaks, and other recommendations provided by treatment providers
Attend off site Case Conferences, job site visits or other meetings as a representative of MGOC
Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:
College or university diploma or certificate in Disability Management; and three to five years’ experience in a workers’ compensation position; or an equivalent combination sufficient to perform essential functions of this position
Ability to interpret and apply the relevant Provincial Workers’ Compensation Acts
Experience working with the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia
Understanding of medical terminology
Familiarity with and 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.