Workers' Compensation Manager

Schedule:Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (Hybrid work schedule)
Salary:$82,000 / year
Sign on Bonus: $2,000; $1,000 upon completion of 30 days, $1,000 upon completion of 6 months

The Workers' Compensation Manager is responsible for the overall management of Vinfen's workers' compensation program. The Workers' Compensation Manager will partner with internal stakeholders including Human Resources Managers and employees' supervisors to create, maintain, track, and oversee all aspects of workers' compensation claims in adherence to OSHA guidelines.
The Workers' Compensation Manager will also act as the Leave of Absence Coordinator for a specified subset of programs within the Company.
Additional responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Reviewing all injury reports through the workers' compensation carrier's/Supervisor Accident reports, and follow up, as necessary.
• Serving as a liaison and resource to employees, managers, medical providers, and the Company's workers' compensation carrier.
• Processing and completing FMLA paperwork, including benefits statements, for applicable workers' compensation leaves.
• Facilitating and coordinating restricted/modified duty process with appropriate HR Manager; properly document modifications; coordinate termination of employees who fail to return to work from their workers' compensation leaves with the Employee Relations Manager, the appropriate HR Manager, and the employee's supervisor.
• Analyzing, creating, and distributing meaningful reports to senior managers which identify trends (by injury type, division, position, etc.).
• Compiling and providing biweekly Out of Work reports to HR managers, operations managers, and Directors of Service.
• Preparing reports for, attend, and assist in facilitating quarterly Safety Committee meetings and quarterly Safety Trainings.
• Attending all workers' compensation court hearings and conciliations, as necessary.
• Performing other related duties, as required.

Why Vinfen?
We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more
• 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more)
• Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs
• Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• $500 - $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap!
• Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more!

About Us
Established in 1977, Vinfen is a nonprofit, health and human services organization and a leading provider of community-based services to individuals with mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities, brain injuries, and behavioral health challenges. Our services and advocacy promote the recovery, resiliency, habilitation, and self-determination of the people we serve. Vinfen's 3,200 dedicated employees are experienced, highly-trained professionals who provide a full range of supportive living, health, educational, and clinical services in 318 programs throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut. For more information about Vinfen, please visit www.vinfen.org/careers
My Vinfen. My Community. My Job.
Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree in risk management, safety management or related strongly preferred.
• At least five years' progressive experience in workers' compensation claims management.
• Knowledge of workers compensation insurance regulations and applicable laws
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• Must possess a high attention to detail as well as excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work in a professional and confidential capacity
• Possess knowledge and comfortability with personal computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and video conferencing tools
• Must be able to successfully pass a multistate CORI, reference check, employment verification, and education background check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $82,000.00 per year