Job Code: 27148

Status : Temporary Full Time (up to 6 months)

Location : Providence Care Hospital/Corporate

Union : Non-Union

Wage : $45.06 - $53.02/hr

Posting Period : September 15, 2026 - September 21, 2026

The Return to Work Specialist will be responsible for coordinating a goal oriented partnership between employees, managers, unions and health care professionals. As an integral member of the Occupational Health, Safety, Infection Prevention & Control portfolio, the Return to Work Specialist will employ the principles of integrated disability management in order to ensure effective early intervention and safe return to work of employees from Short Term Disability (STD), Workers Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB), and Long Term Disability (LTD). In addition, the Return to Work Specialist will provide support to managers on attendance related issues involving employee illness/injury, modified work design and permanent accommodations.

The Return to Work Specialist works collaboratively with the Employee Relations Consultant in the review of illness/injury trends, with a view to the development of prevention initiatives and participates and assists management in grievance preparation and attends at mediations and arbitrations as required.

Skills and Qualifications Required

Degree in a related discipline; e.g. Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy/Kinesiology/Social Work/ Registered Nurse/ Occupational Health & Safety/Human Resources

Completion of, or in the progress of completing an appropriate program and/or working toward credentials in the fields of Disability Management (Certified Disability Management Specialist)

Certification as a Disability Management Professional/Specialist, preferred

Three years of experience in Disability Management, preferably within the healthcare sector An equivalent combination of relevant education and recent related work experience may be considered

Position Responsibilities





Facilitates the timely and safe return to work of all employees following injury or illness, as a central coordinator

Reviews documentation provided by healthcare practitioners ensuring effective assessment and timely treatment, coordinating assessments where required

Reviews incidents/accidents resulting in WSIB application/coverage on a daily basis

Reviews the nature and cause of the incident and associated documentation to ensure compliance with appropriate criteria specified in the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act

Liaises with WSIB officials regarding claims; meets with WSIB investigators regarding claims investigation

Investigates all WSIB claim re-occurrences to determine nature and cause of re-occurrence

Reviews incidents/accidents resulting in use of sick time

Liaises with physicians, therapists and other healthcare providers regarding the early and safe return to the workplace

Why Work at Providence Care Hospital:

Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research

Committed to people centred approach to care delivery

Competitive salaries with excellent full-time benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

State of the Art Building with on-site parking

On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options

Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for current hires

Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities

Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails

Disclosure

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process. Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at Providence Care.

📌 Return to Work Specialist, Temporary Full Time, Occupational Health & Wellness (Montreal)
🏢 Providence Care
📍 Montreal