Health and safety Jobs in Chilliwack, BC

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls approximately 24,500 students (including over 3,000 students who self-identify as having Indigenous ancestry). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 51 school sites with 33 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation for providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for its students and staff. Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals Coordinator Full time Health & Safety Occupational Claims and Appeals CoordinatorPay Grade 12 - Job #1214 - $33.99 / hour The workload for this position is thirty-five (35) hours per week, twelve (12) months of the year.Under the supervision of the Health & Safety Manager – WorkSafe Injury Management :

• Provides effective Disability Case Management of Occupational illness / injury claims in accordance with WorkSafeBC including clerical duties;
• Communicates with key stakeholders to facilitate the safe and timely return to work for ill / injured employees;
• Assesses Monthly Claims Cost reports for accuracy;
• Maintains online statistical database for several School Districts;
• Researches then prepares submissions for WorkSafeBC Review Division and WCAT Appeals. Qualifications :
• Completed Grade 12 and (2) two years Post-Secondary Education;
• Minimum of (3) years previous experience, including one (1) year on the job, with WorkSafe BC, short-term disability or long-term disability processes;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Net typing speed of fifty (50) words per minute. Applicants will be expected to :
• Maintain a high quality of work including accuracy and dependability;
• Possess good organizational and analytical skills
• Maintain a professional approach during pressure situations such as high workload volume or calls of an emotionally charged nature; Successfully complete of the District clerical assessment; Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at www.makeafuture.ca with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.