Return to Work Specialist

Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of injured workers?  We are looking for client-focused people with disability management, occupational health or return to work experience to join our team as a Return to Work Specialist.

How you’ll make a difference: You’ll provide compassionate, supportive service to people injured at work.

Working at WorkSafeBC

We serve the workers and employers across B.C., and we do that best when we're together. It's how we collaborate, learn from one another, and develop our people.  

 This role is based in your assigned office five days a week.

Like everything we do, our work model continues to evolve to support those we serve. We remain committed to a work model that strengthens our culture and helps us deliver our best work, while balancing flexibility and a positive employee experience.  

You may also be required to attend site visits and interact directly with injured workers, health care providers and workers.

We have positions available in Richmond and Kelowna. Please indicate which location(s) you are interested in.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized return-to-work plans that bridge the gap between the workers’ abilities and the critical job demands
• Collaborate with health care providers, employers and workers to assist in the development of recovery and return to work plans
• Weigh evidence and interpret policy to determine workers’ eligibility for benefits
• Authorize appropriate diagnostic referrals and consultations
• Develop supportive, collaborative, and respectful relationships with workers, employers, and health care providers
• Educate workers, worker representative groups, employers, industry groups, and health care providers about strategies for returning to work and managing disabilities
• Visit worksites to assess critical job demands as required
• Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.  

We’re looking for people who can:

• Demonstrate knowledge of occupational health and disability management principles, including return-to-work planning
• Demonstrate care and compassion while building relationships and developing effective recovery and return-to-work plans
• Make timely, independent decisions by applying law and policy to a set of complicated and challenging facts that address benefits, medical management, disability status and employability issues
• Document, explain, and present detailed and complex information orally and in writing
• Apply organizational and decision-making skills to manage a high-volume caseload

Your background and experience

• A university degree in a related discipline such as disability management, health sciences, kinesiology, nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, social work, psychology or vocational rehabilitation.
• A minimum of two years of work experience that includes directly related experience in disability management and return-to-work planning 
• A valid B.C. driver’s license

We’ll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.

Important to know

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

• Consent to a criminal record check
• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada

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’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It’s 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.

Learn more: Discover who we are.

Our benefits

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

• Defined benefit pension plan
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out what we offer.

Salary: $44.09/hourly

Want to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• 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 Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.