Disability Management Specialist

Ready to elevate your career? GFL is expanding! We are officially hunting for our next Disability Management Specialist in Canada(Remote)—someone ready to bring fresh ideas and grow alongside a dynamic team.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Disability Claims Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims. You will work closely with Employees, Direct Managers, Vendors, Operations, HR, and other stakeholders to process STD and LTD applications, focusing on early and safe return to work, accommodation, and modified work. The role reports to the Manager of Disability Management.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Full-Cycle Claims Management: Manage full-cycle short-term and long-term disability claims, facilitating the application process by working closely with employees and direct managers to explain the process and gather assessment information.
• Return-to-Work Coordination: Partner with external vendors to determine appropriate return-to-work goals, coordinate return-to-work meetings, and actively support the planning process between employees and supervisors (intervening when necessary).
• Training & Development: Develop and implement disability management training sessions for the organization.
• Trend Analysis & Reporting: Prepare detailed statistical trend analysis, develop regional injury/trend reports, and expedite monthly reports using graphs and charts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with vendors, operations teams, HR, and stakeholders to focus on early and safe return to work, accommodations, and modified duties.

What We’re Looking For 

• Experience: 2–3 years of experience in an HR function, with exposure to disability management.
• Education: College Diploma or University Degree specializing in Human Resources, with an interest in Disability Management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization; strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy; self-starting, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Bonus Points: Comprehensive knowledge of disability management, Occupational Health and Safety legislation, and the Employment Standards Act.

What We Offer

Why join us? We believe in taking care of our team. Here is a snapshot of our total rewards you can expect: 

● Health: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 

● Wellness: Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, and paid time-off.

● Financial: RRSP matching, profit sharing and competitive wages.

● Culture: Growth opportunities and continuous learning opportunities.

Join us and become part of "Team Green" at GFL Environmental, where your skills and

dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.