The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across British Columbia, working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence.
These include:
Patients first
Best value
Results matter
Improvements through knowledge
Open to possibilities.
With more than 10,000 employees and an annual budget of over $1 billion, the PHSA is home to many talented and dedicated health care professionals and administrative staff who are focused on providing solutions that lead to better health throughout the province.
Each of our agencies offers a unique culture, a strong leadership presence, in-depth mentorship and preceptorship programs, as well as an inspiring environment that will motivate you to excel in your career expertise every day.
BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) is the largest provider of emergency medical services in Canada and one of the largest in North America. BCAS operates under the authority of the Emergency and Health Services Commission (EHSC) which is currently transitioning to become a key part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). BCAS is the lead EMS agency in British Columbia. BCAS strives to provide timely and high quality emergency medical services by caring for our patients and staff, providing creative solutions for changing health care needs and collaborating with our partners in the health care system and community.
Emergency & Health Services Commission's Organizational Health and Development (OH&D) Branch provides an integrated approach to workplace health and safety that incorporates elements of prevention, promotion and rehabilitation. The OH&D is dedicated to building a workplace that enables and supports healthy, safe and engaged employees and has this exciting career opportunity: Disability Case Advisor.
Job Title: Disability Case Advisor
Requisition # EB 12:071E
Status: Temporary
Duration: June 2012 to March 31, 2013
Closing Date of Posting: May 18, 2012
Salary/Rate: Salary will be commensurate with education and experience
Location Details: Vancouver, BC
Working with the line managers, the Labour Relations Team, and the unions within the Emergency & Health Services Commission (British Columbia Ambulance Services, BC Bedline, The Nursing Services of HealthLinkBC), and external partners such as Occupational Health Service Providers, Worksafe BC, Great-West Life and health care providers, you will be responsible for all aspects of disability case management and will manage and co-ordinate the resources to mitigate disability claims costs and to ensure employees return to sustainable work as quickly and as safely as possible. In this role you will also be responsible to review and resolve STIIP claims, Attendance Management, and Duty to Accommodate cases.
The ideal candidate will bring least 3 years related work experience and will have:
Demonstrated knowledge of integrated disability management principles and practice
Demonstrated knowledge of human resources and labor relations principles and practices as related to disability management
Demonstrated knowledge of the Human Rights provisions
Experience in early intervention processes and management of short term, long term, and WorkSafe BC related absences.
Demonstrated their ability to organize and manage a large and demanding workload
Proven ability to work independently and as a team member
The ability to ensure the stakeholder needs are identified and met, where possible
Strong interpersonal, communication and documentation skills
Proficiency in the use of computers using a variety of software applications
Ability to travel within British Columbia
Applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience are encouraged to apply. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
To apply for this posistion, please click on the link below, then on the " Apply Now " button:
Email: karen.lanz@gov.bc.ca or Phone:(604)-660-1335
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