WSIB Specialist

A service-driven paper and packaging products company, Atlantic Packaging has grown to become one of Canada's largest paper manufacturers and a leading producer of packaging products. We are looking for a WSIB Specialist in Ontario.

This is a contract opportunity for 12 months.

Summary: The WSIB Specialist provides guidance to the OHS team, managers, supervisors and employees for Return-to-Work, WSIB case management and administration.

Key Accountabilities:

WSIB Administration and Claims Management

• Promptly report work-related injuries/illnesses to the WSIB.
• Responsible for coordinating return-to-work activities and is knowledgeable and experienced in return-to-work coordination and disability management.
• Provide education on the return-to-work program to workers and employers.
• Actively case manage and monitor activities, progress, and co-operation of the workplace parties.
• Maintain communication with the worker and supervisor throughout the return-to-work process.
• Determine the suitability of employment and fitness to return to work.
• Assist workplace parties to problem solve workplace issues that present an obstacle to successful return-to-work or resolve disputes that are preventing a successful return-to-work outcome
• Advise H&S team what injuries are reportable, give advice on accommodating injuries, valid reasons for objection.
• Reach out to injured workers to confirm modified duty offers, manage their return to work and prevent lost time.
• Reach out to the WSIB to speak with case managers about lingering claims, objections, or unclear medical directions.
• Work with the HR team to discuss accommodation for workers with permanent restrictions, historic claim details and duty to accommodate.
• Work with supervisors to ensure that they are properly accommodating injured workers
• Make sure WSIB forms are completed (modified duty offers, updated FAFs, RTW Plans or IMPs).
• Keep claim files up to date on Intelex and locally (WSIB forms, decision letters, medical documentation)
• Will direct TeksMed intake team on when to file a Form 7 or will complete Form 7s personally and will ensure accuracy of submitted documentation.
• Will work with TeksMed on claim objections.
• Will work with TeksMed RTW Team to manage claims requiring modified duties

Administrative Work

• Monthly statistics report
• Monthly Financials H&S PowerPoint
• Assist with the Quarterly H&S statistics report.
• Maintain the Safety Clock for the safety incentive program

Health and Safety Excellence Program

• Responsible for registering and uploading documents on the WSIB portal.
• Oversee the topics and ensure that we are meeting all the requirements to get credit for completion.
• Follow-up with individual sites to ensure that their site has completed all necessary documentation.
• Answer HSEP validator questions and attend audits if needed.

Requirements:

• Ability to work full-time, hybrid
• Minimum 2-3 years dealing with WSIB administration in a unionized environment
• In depth knowledge of all relevant WSIB legislation and standards in the Province of Ontario
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word – Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent people and communication skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Atlantic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.