Case Manager, Disability Management

Job Category:
* Allied Health Professionals

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Case Manager you will be an integral part of a collaborative, inter-disciplinary team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

• Adjudication and case management of short-term and long-term disability absences
• Facilitate the recovery and return to work of employees on medical leave from worker's compensation, short-term and long-term disability claims
• Perform functionally focused telephone interviews with employees to identify and assess the factors that affect their ability to work
• Regularly document the case files and communicate with team members in order to ensure a strong partnership
• Liaise with the employee, third parties (including insurers), the employer and various health care professionals in an effort to progress the recovery and facilitate a timely return to work
• Develop, facilitate, implement, monitor and modify as required, return to work plans
• Coordinate referrals to appropriate health resources

• 2-3 years' experience in disability management, insurance or health related field with STD, LTD
• Disability Management Certificate/Diploma is preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Kinesiology or other related health discipline
• Knowledge of Disability Management principles, practices and processes
• WCB experience would be an asset
• Knowledge and experience of the case management process
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Ability to adhere to established policies, processes and guidelines
• Ability to work independently as well as to contribute actively to team objectives
• Analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication and conflict resolution skills to interact with employees, employers, team members and treatment providers in a caring, approachable, yet objective manner
• Exceptional customer service delivery skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Custom applications, internet and Outlook

Homewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.

This job posting is for an existing vacant position within the organization.