N26005 - Coordinator - and Return

Coordinator - Benefits and Return to Work, Division of Business and Operations The Division

Lethbridge School Division is dedicated to growing, leading, and supporting our community through the values of learning, respect, leadership, well-being, and inclusion. We provide culturally authentic learning opportunities that nurture the growth and well-being of all students and staff.

Lethbridge School Division is inclusive, forward-thinking and accountable for engaging students in quality learning experiences that develop strong foundations, innovative minds and responsible citizens.

Lethbridge is located just two hours south of Calgary, close to the Rocky Mountains and U.S. border. It is a family-oriented and culturally vibrant community with many amenities of a larger city. Lethbridge has over 100,000 residents and is one of only a few cities its size with two post‑secondary institutions. Lethbridge Polytechnic and University of Lethbridge. Lethbridge has a robust fine arts community and is renowned for the breadth of recreation activities with outstanding facilities.

Lethbridge offers more than 70 parks, 140 km of walking and running trails, playgrounds and sports fields throughout the city.

Working in the Business and Operations Department, the Coordinator–Benefits and Return to Work manages a full range of employee benefits and leave plans to ensure compliance with Division policy and legal requirements. The Coordinator–Benefits and Return to Work will report directly to the Director of Finance.

The Coordinator–Benefits and Return to Work is responsible for benefit coordination in accordance with policy, collective agreements, and appropriate legislation for all staff.

This position is also responsible for coordinating short‑term and long‑term disability benefits and workers compensation and having a thorough understanding of accommodation.

• Maintain positive relationships with Division staff.
• Provide timely responses within portfolio in person or via email or phone.
• Manage benefit enrollment and administration.
• Maintain a working relationship with the Division unions and ensure a thorough understanding of the collective agreements.
• Provide advice and guidance regarding benefit‑related matters for a variety of purposes, which involves maintain positive working relations and communication with Education Centre Departments, specifically human resources.
• Provides a balanced approach in meeting employers and the employee’s needs with respect to returning to work or accommodations.
• Guide and advise employees on their specific benefits program, purpose and processes, and benefit and leave entitlements.
• Provide case management and track employee’s progress towards return to work goals.
• Coordinate the timely reporting and effective responses to workplace injuries (WCB).
• Engage in continuous communication between WCB or ASEBP (short‑term or extended disability), Supervisor/Principal and Human Resources, the Coordinator will assess requirements and recommendations that will reflect workplace factors.
• The coordinator will facilitate the return to work that supports accommodation where possible to identify steps that have clear focus on ensuring a successful transition back to work.
• Outline rights, responsibilities and guidance on the workers compensation plan.
• Supports with analyzing the performance and cost‑effectiveness of benefits programs, recommend changes and provide information to Division Leadership.
• Liaise with insurance carriers and health care provider related to Division benefits.
• Liaison between insurer and claimant.
• Provide employee awareness, support and education of benefits (education on extended health care, Employee Family Assistance and pension). Arranging ATRF and LAPP seminars and retirement workshops.
• Stay current with legislation, collective agreement changes and emerging technologies.
• Maintain quality service procedures by analyzing operational practices and procedures.
• Collaborate with Principals and Human Resources to ensure a Division approach to disability management strategies and Division benefits.
• Participate in ongoing…