• Job Description

  Req#: 1118153

  Experience this rewarding role, perfect for a big-picture thinker with outstanding communication skills
  
  The Workplace Health and Safety Branch (WHS) provides province-wide services for health planning and promotion, occupational safety, occupational health and rehabilitation, and disability plan administration within the BC Public Service. Within WHS, the Workplace Health Services team delivers specialized services to support a healthy and safe workforce; to assist ill and injured employees’ return to work in a timely, safe, and sustainable manner; to improve accountability for and management of health-related absences in the public service; and to manage disability costs and improve case outcomes.
  
  The Corporate Advisor provides specialized expert advice and guidance to multiple employer groups including BC Public Service ministry, and plan participating agency, board and commission supervisors and managers on matters relating to disability case management; interpretation, application and administration of collective agreements; Long Term Disability (LTD) and WorkSafe BC (WSBC) claims management, claims review committee appeal process, and WSBC appeal related matters. This position reconciles complex benefit plan, corporate strategy as well as stakeholder and client interests. The position also uses influence and authority to create successful case outcomes and resolve claims consistent with core policy and accountabilities.
  
  Job Requirements:

  • Degree in Disability Management, Human Resources, or related field and a minimum of five (5) years of human resource/disability benefits management experience and must include a minimum of two (2) years in dedicated disability claims/case management*; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • *Dedicated Disability claims/case management includes the daily application of best practices in disability case management, early intervention and return to work planning from a behavioural approach, not a clinical or medical approach. Experience in the coordination of expert resources to support case resolution and in negotiating solutions to complex problems.

  
  Preference may be given to applicants with

  • Formal education and/or training in disability case management, worker’s compensation, law, or policy.
  • Experience with WSBC and LTD policy and guidelines, human rights legislation, and applicable legislation and policy.
  • Experience in WSBC claims representation and advocacy; or experience in WSBC claims adjudication or WSBC claims management.

  
  Proviso

  • Some travel may be required to attend training and/or participate on committees/special projects.

  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Jan.Scholz@gov.bc.ca.
  
  About this Position:
  This posting is to establish an eligibility list for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
  There is one (1) temporary opportunity until 10/31/2024.
  A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
  Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
  Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
  This position is excluded from union membership.
  
  Working for the BC Public Service:
  The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
  
  The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
  
  The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
  
  How to Apply:
  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
  
  Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
  
  Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
  
  Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
  
  Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
  
  Additional Information:
  CRC - A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
  
  Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
  
  Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

• About the company

  The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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