Benefits Disability Claims Manager
Benefits Disability Claims Manager
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Job Description
Make a significant impact in the lives of people with developmental disabilities by joining Canadas largest Developmental Disabilities service provider.
At Karis Disability Services what you do matters. Since 1965 our team has come alongside people with developmental disabilities and their families to celebrate each persons unique gifts as we promote communities where everybody belongs. Beyond Canada our global work impacts over 300000 people across 60 communities in six countries. Learn more about Karis Disability Services at www.karis.
Are you a detailoriented professional with a passion for ensuring employees receive support through comprehensive benefits Are you eager to lead innovate and make a positive impact in the realm of benefits and disability claims management
We are seeking a Benefits & Disability Claims Manager to join our dynamic team. In this critical role you will oversee and enhance processes guide a team of dedicated professionals and act as a key liaison between employees insurers and internal stakeholders. Together well foster a supportive environment where employees feel empowered and valued.
Permanent FullTime
Benefits & Disability Claims Manager
40 Hours/week
Waterloo Office
The Benefits & Disability Claims Manager is responsible for leading the Benefits Administration and Disability Management plans that support Karis Disability Services employees. They are responsible to develop and maintain programs in accordance with all policies and legislation. The Benefits & Disability Claims Manager serves as the primary liaison and ensures accurate information between benefit providers employees supervisors third party claims adjudicator and the Human Resources Department. They are responsible for leading benefit programs including retirement plans group benefits (health & dental) Healthcare Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs as well as Disability Management including medical leaves short/long term disability injury at work medical accommodations and return to work plans. They support the Human Resources Business Partner team with accurate information and documentation related to complex accommodation cases and legal matters.
Responsibilities:
- Meet with benefit providers and benefit broker annually to review utilization reports and discuss ongoing engagement strategies and plan improvement.
- Quarterly analysis of Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Registered Pension Plan (RPP) Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and Group Benefits recommending plan improvements.
- Review analyze and summarize monthly benefit eligibility data and employee enrollment in mandatory plans (long term disability RPP) and voluntary programs (RRSP and EAP).
- Designing and promoting campaigns to increase employee engagement in voluntary programs including presentations to leaders and employees across Karis Disability Services.
- Provide support to Benefits Coordinator to resolve complex situations that vary from process or policy or are a result of an employee complaint or concern.
- Collaborate with benefit vendor or benefit broker to solve issues related to benefit packages.
- Work with thirdparty adjudicators to identify and implement continuous improvements to the Medical Leave of Absence and disability related workplace accommodation processes; including the review and coordination of contract wording changes program updates and employee training recommendations.
- Provide supervisors with tools direction training materials and resources to successfully navigate Short Term Disability (STD) Long Term Disability (LTD) disability related workplace accommodation and Injury at Work (IAW) process.
- Conduct research to remain current on legislation related to Benefits Administration and Disability Management including attendance at workshops seminars and reading articles.
- Provide supervision and support to direct reports and cultivate a positive work environment.
Requirements:
- 5 years previous work experience in Human Resources 1 year of Supervisory experience
- University Degree in Human Resources Management
- Professional Designation CHRP required
- Collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Advanced Excel skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of relevant legislation (Employment Standards Act Human Rights Workers Compensation)
Why Should You Apply
- Live out our shared values help others and find purpose in your work every day.
- Receive competitive wages.
- Find support through a comprehensive benefits package including 3 weeks of vacation and an Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Personal and Professional Growth
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Hourly Wage: $34.00 $38.37
Application Deadline: April 13th 2025
Apply with a cover letter and rsum by April 13th 2025 to the attention of the Director of Recruitment and Retention via the Apply Now feature.
Karis Disability Services seeks to hire a workforce that represents the diversity of our communities where we serve. We are committed to promoting communities of belonging where Black Indigenous and People of Colour feel valued respected represented and heard. We encourage applications from qualified candidates from members of groups with historical or current barriers to equity. All persons may apply regardless of religion or any Human Rights Code protected grounds. We seek to provide accessibility through all stages of the hiring process for all applicants with disabilities consistent with our Accessibility Policies and the AODA. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
