Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for administering the medical absence management processes and programs, including occupational and non occupational medical absence, return to work plans, accommodation and long-term disability. The role primarily focuses on case management within this scope to ensure that instances of absence are managed in a manner that best supports operational requirements.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:

Knowledge of disability management, and return-to-work and accommodation practices Knowledge of relevant legislation, collective agreements, and benefits administration policies, procedures, and processes Understanding of the broader university, academic units, departments, and divisions Proficiency with office productivity software and databases, internet browsers and search engines, discipline-specific software, enterprise software, and technology devices

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:

Bachelor's degree or relevant specialized education i.e. Certified Return to Work Specialist, Certified Return to Work Coordinator or Certified Disability Management Professional or equivalent Minimum of four years of disability management experience

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.