We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Program Manager to oversee the Path Early Intervention Program, a vital component of our Long-Term Disability (LTD) plan. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about improving employee outcomes, reducing claim durations, and driving innovation in disability management strategies.

Position Scope:

Reporting directly to the Director, Group Benefit Solutions, the Program Manager will ensure the effective monitoring and oversight of the program and its outsourced service providers. The primary goal of path is to help employees at participating HANS member facilities (over 300, spanning healthcare and early childhood education sectors) return to work before an instance of an LTD claim; or if necessary to support their LTD application while leveraging early intervention to reduce the duration of their claim. The Program Manager uses outreach strategies -leveraging existing groups, forums, or individual relationships - to build awareness of the program within member facilities. The Program Manager seeks to understand unique trends, opportunities for processes enhancements, and ways to maximize program utilization within each facility. The Program Manager guides and directs the outsourced provider to ensure adherence to the program contract, its established processes, and the overall application of best practices in disability (short-term) management. The Program Manager collaborates with leaders on innovative claims management strategies and stays informed on best practices in disability management. Using analytical skills, the program manager compiles, analyzes, and reports statistical data to monitor performance and drive program success / continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• A university degree, preferably in Disability Management or Health Sciences. Certification as a Disability Management Professional (CDMP) or similar certification with a combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of knowledge and experience in all areas of disability management.
• Strong knowledge of benefit administrations systems, SAP, Excel and data management.
• Display leadership, sound judgement, and independent decision making.
• Self-starter and able to demonstrate considerable initiative.
• Proven experience in report writing, editing, and proofreading business communications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, occupational health professionals, staff, consultants, and member organizations.

What We Offer:

We offer a Competitive Compensation Package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits: Enjoy a robust cost-shared health and dental program to keep you and your family well-covered.
• Top-Tier Pension Plan: Benefit from our highly ranked defined benefit pension plan (NSHEPP), ensuring your long-term financial security.
• Generous Vacation Time: Start with 4 weeks of vacation plus the option to buy back additional days to suit your needs.
• Wellness and Family Leave: Take advantage of dedicated Wellness Days and Family Leave Days to support your personal and family life.
• Annual Wellness Allowance: Receive an annual allowance to support your well-being through various wellness initiatives.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development to advance your career.

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted until: February 24th, 2025. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter by clicking 'Apply Now.'

As an organization that supports a diverse workplace, we welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, age, religion, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political belief and affiliation.

Health Association Nova Scotia (HANS) is a not-for-profit, non-government, membership-based association with 60 years' experience in providing exceptional human resource shared services, innovative technical services (formerly "clinical engineering services") solutions, policy support and expertise our customers can count on. Serving multiple organizations across the province of Nova Scotia, we are officially recognized as one of Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada's Top Employers. As an employer committed to employment equity, we encourage applications from applicants who self-identify from diverse communities and/or backgrounds.

Health Association Nova Scotia thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.