Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented WSIB Advisor to join our growing team. This role is pivotal in providing support to our clients and navigating the complexities of the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board's (WSIB) policies and legislation.
The successful candidate will be a registered lawyer or paralegal, be in valuable standing with the Law Society of Ontario and have a minimum of 5 years of experience in managing WSIB claims. They will also possess robust organizational skills, the ability to maintain accurate and detailed records, excellent phone etiquette, and a background in managing client accounts. As an Advisor, you will be the first point of contact for clients, ensuring they receive the guidance and assistance they need.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Acting as a direct contact and resource person concerning WSIB claims management issues for client contacts.
- Consulting with clients on their rights and responsibilities in accordance with WSIB legislation, policies and procedures.
- Managing workplace injury claims and the return to work process.
- Ensuring regular and open lines of communication with clients and the WSIB.
- Reviewing claim files for objectionable items,
cost recovery, reduction, transfers or other mitigation purposes.
- Filing reports of injury (ie – Form 7), identifying issues for appeal, drafting letters of objection.
- Facilitating 3rd party interventions (functional capacity evaluations, independent medical evaluations, etc).
- Providing clients with on-site assistance as needed by attending: mediations, field investigations, return to work meetings and WSIB training.
Mandatory Experience and Education
- A registered and active paralegal in positive standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
- Minimum five (5) years experience in WSIB claims management.
Only those who can provide a valid LSO number and proof of good standing will be considered.
Join our team as a WSIB Advisor to further develop your professional skills in a supportive and flexible work environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Experience:
- managing WCB claims: 5 years (required)
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Legal/paralegal license in good standing with the LSO (required)