Job Description

Caregiver Extraordinaire?
Join us as an Employee Leaves Advisor and make a personal impact every day!Are you the type of caring and supportive person people go to in times of need?

Are you intrigued by identifying opportunities to make things better for people and practices?

If so, we would love to connect with you about our Employee Leaves Advisor position.

Posted: 2025-03-13

Closing: Until FilledLocation: Hybrid 50% in-office (Edmonton South)
This role is all about being the go-to expert for disability and leave management! You'll be the mastermind behind the strategy, design and implementation of our disability, leave and absence management plans. Building strong relationships is key, as you'll gather data to spot trends and find ways to improve our practices. Plus, you'll provide top-notch guidance and support on claims, all while embodying AMA's values and culture to make sure our employees are cared for and have the best experience possible.
WHAT MOVES YOUYour attention to detail, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills make you great at what you do. You're an expert in maintaining high level of confidentiality and professionalism. You work best in a culture where employees are treated like members of the family...because it makes sense. You are able to use time effectively while managing multiple priorities. You can work within tight deadlines and timelines. You naturally build great relationships and provide savvy advice and value-added recommendations. You have a strong understanding of appropriate medical assessments and reports. You have outstanding communication and customer service skills and the ability to influence and contribute to decision making in a supportive and constructive manner.

WHAT YOU'LL DOProvide strategic, technical subject matter expertise related to disability and leave management strategy, design, implementation and administration. Gather relevant informative data, review and analyze absence and disability statistics to recognize trends and identify opportunities for enhancement and improvement to our leave management practices. Enhance gradual return to work programs while collaborating with third party providers and business unit leaders. Monitor health and wellness program participation, increase participation in health and wellness programs designed to prevent disability leaves. Compose reports and correspondences to ensure communication between employees, managers, HR and outside vendors is timely and consistent. Provide expertise on claims, direction, guidance and caring support aligned to AMA's values. Provide subject matter expertise to employees and leaders regarding AMA's leaves programs and legislated leaves, providing alternate leave options where applicable and informing of associated processes and claim adjudication. Continuously scan changes in legislation and emerging trends; bring forward opportunities for improvements in absence and abilities management practices to enhance our employee wellness and engagement. Be attentive and responsive to the needs of employees navigating the disability and leave process through early interaction and ongoing consultation. Provide regular updates to Business Unit Managers and HR Advisors as to the status of employee leaves. Maintain effective working relationships with third party vendors and escalate any service level issues.

WHAT YOU'VE DONEYou have a post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, or Disability Management or a related field. You have at least 4-5 years under your belt working in disability management environment. On this we must insist. You're well versed in dealing with, including a strong understanding of medical terminology. Bonus points for having a CHRP or CDMP designation.

WHAT YOU'LL GETCompetitive salary. Flexible benefits. Outstanding employer-paid Retirement Savings Plan. Unlimited learning opportunities. Paid vacation and other paid time off including a Volunteer Day and Me-Day. Great AMA discounts.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

WORK MODEL:
In-Office

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.