Job Description

Overview

Do you have leadership experience in disability management and return to work practices? As a Manager, Client Services you\xe2\x80\x99ll lead a multi-disciplinary case management team focused on the rehabilitation and return-to-work of persons injured in the course of their employment. This role is integral to the effective operations of Case Management Services and the delivery of service excellence to our stakeholders. You\xe2\x80\x99ll manage operations at the local level and support effective service provincially by participating on the Claims and Rehabilitation Services leadership team.

How you\xe2\x80\x99ll make a difference: You\xe2\x80\x99ll provide compassionate, supportive service to injured workers and their families by building strong relationships with employers, workers, and other stakeholders to ensure a successful recovery and return to work.

Where you\xe2\x80\x99ll work

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely from your B.C. home with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

In this role, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have the ability to work in a hybrid model for positions in Nanaimo, Victoria, and Surrey. The position in Terrace is fully on-site.

We have positions available in: Nanaimo, Victoria, Surrey, and Terrace. Please specify in your cover letter and/or application which location(s) you prefer.

What you\'ll do

• Manage daily operations, including leading and participating in the planning, implementation, and administration of all work activities
• Provide subject matter expertise in the areas of disability management, adjudication, and return to work practices
• Lead and motivate a team in providing excellent customer service
• Assign work to the team to maintain optimum service levels
• Provide leadership, advice, guidance, and direction on policies, business plans, and operational matters
• Manage and administer the annual operating budget
• Hire and orient employees, set performance goals and mentor and coach employees in career development
• Create a supportive work environment with open communication and teamwork

Is this a good fit for you?

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who can:

• Promote a quality service-oriented approach in providing services to external and internal clients by communicating with confidence, and approaching difficult conversations with assurance
• Take initiative, provide leadership, delegate and monitor work, motivate and mentor others to deliver outstanding service to our customers
• Create an environment that encourages and supports the development and success of individuals on your team, enabling them to contribute to the team and reach their maximum potential
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism to provide empathetic, tactful, respectful, and courteous service
• Clearly articulate ideas, clearly and concisely explain, present, and summarize information appropriate to the intended audience

Your background and experience:

• A post-secondary degree in a related discipline such as business, health care, social sciences, disability management
• A minimum of five years of experience in a role providing leadership in disability management, return to work practices, or adjudication
• Sound project management skills
• Presentation skills including the ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations
• Ability to use Excel to input, analyze, and present data

We\xe2\x80\x99ll consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Important to know

Before we can finalize an offer of employment, you must:

• Consent to a criminal record check and meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
• Confirm you\xe2\x80\x99re legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBC\xe2\x80\x99s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the \xe2\x80\x9cPolicy\xe2\x80\x9d) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We\xe2\x80\x99re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What\xe2\x80\x99s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It\xe2\x80\x99s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

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Our benefits

As a member of our team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work \xe2\x80\x94 and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
• Optional leave arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

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Want to apply?

• Applications are invited immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30pm on the closing date of the competition.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email the at the time you submit your application.

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