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Work Transition Specialists
Organization:
Not Applicable
Division:
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
City:
Kingston, Kitchener, Ottawa, St Catharines, Timmins, Toronto
Language of Position(s):
Both English and bilingual
With a vision to become the leading workplace compensation board, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) provides no-fault insurance and compensation for Ontarians in the event of a workplace injury or illness. We are committed to delivering what matters: fast, accessible service and fair benefits at a fair price.
We've recently launched a comprehensive plan for modernizing and revitalizing the WSIB. This is an exciting time for the organization, and we invite you to be a part of it as we work to grow and improve the services we provide.
Recognized as a best-in-class learning organization, we promote professional development and are committed to providing our people with opportunities to lead, learn and grow, ensuring that we're providing the best possible service to the people of Ontario. We offer a market-competitive total compensation plan and a robust wellness program that promotes a healthy lifestyle as well as work/life balance.
The work we do at the WSIB is meaningful and challenging and it makes a difference to the people of Ontario. We value integrity, reliability and fairness, and we embrace the diversity of the people we work with and serve.
What can I expect to do in this role?
The WSIB's Work Transition Branch is a key partner in the organization's strategic transformation initiatives with a focus on on-site support for workers and employers in facilitating a return to work with the goal of maintaining the employment relationship with the injury employer.
This is a rewarding opportunity which plays a significant role in getting injured workers back to meaningful employment within Ontario and achieving the best possible recovery outcome through activity. Work Transition Specialists spend two days in the office and three days per week on the road focusing on meeting with Workplace Parties to identify opportunities and obstacles to return to work, to facilitate discussion on accommodation solutions and to negotiate progressive Return to Work plans.
We are looking for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment where they can use their analytical, creative and problem solving skills to create and implement work transition plans.
Major Responsibilities:
• Assist workers, employers and WSIB Case Managers to facilitate work transition and case resolution at the workplace
• Use of assessment where required to identify options for return to work with the incident employer or identify suitable occupation that is available in the labour market
• Create a work transition plan and support the injured worker in fulfilling the plan
• Provide expert advice, direction, vocational rehabilitation counseling and support to workers and employers
• Educating workers and employers on their responsibilities, obligations and the impact of the WSI act and related WSIB policies
How do I qualify?
Job Requirements:
• University completion at an undergraduate level in a vocational rehabilitation related discipline and working towards completing certification as a Registered Rehabilitation Professional (RRP) and Certified Vocational Professional (CVP)
• Two years direct experience using vocational assessment tools and techniques to assess job skills, create vocational goals and plans and to resolve factors impacting Return to Work
• Knowledge and understanding of local and regional labour market conditions and trends
• Analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills to identify solutions and make timely, responsive and accurate decisions/recommendations
• Experience in negotiating positive outcomes with work place parties
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience composing complex written documentation and computer literacy in Windows and MS Office
• Financial and basic mathematics skills to determine costs and understand financial implications of work transition plan recommendations
• Strong communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to manage workload and prioritize work to provide high quality customer service
As a precondition of employment, the WSIB will require a prospective candidate to undergo a criminal records name check prior to or at any time following hire.
To apply for this position, please submit your application by the closing date noted above.
We appreciate the interest of all candidates. Due to the volumes of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates that are selected to move forward in the recruitment process. The WSIB is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Additional Information:
Address:
- 1 English Permanent, Toronto, Toronto Region, General Screening Requirement
- 1 English Permanent, St Catharines, West Region, General Screening Requirement
- 1 English Permanent, Kitchener, West Region, General Screening Requirement
- 1 English Permanent, Kingston, East Region, General Screening Requirement
- 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, Ottawa, East Region, General Screening Requirement
- 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, Z6 / R6, Timmins, North Region, General Screening Requirement
Compensation Group:
Excluded
Schedule:
N/A
Category:
Human Resources
Posted on:
Monday, March 27, 2017
Note:
- This ad is also available in French.
- This posting is for an organization that is not a part of the Ontario Public Service. The information and tips on the Ontario Public Service Careers website may not apply to this posting. Please use the contact information below to contact the organization directly if you have questions.
- In accordance with the Ontario Public Service Employment Screening Checks Policy, the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Please refer to the Additional Information / Address section above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
You will be responsible for obtaining the criminal record check at your own expense and provide it, along with your written consent, to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), HR Service Delivery Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional screening checks as indicated in the Additional Information / Address section above that were not obtained directly by you. (Note: If a Vulnerable Sector Screening/Check is required, it must also be obtained in person at your local police service.)
A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
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Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, April 17, 2017 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.
All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.
