ADA Accommodation Specialist

Company: Sedgwick Claims Management Services, Inc
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

ADA Accommodation SpecialistIF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HEREFor a career path that is both challenging and rewarding, join Sedgwick's talented team of 21,000 colleagues around the globe. Sedgwick is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Millions of people and organizations count on Sedgwick each year to take care of their needs when they face a major life event or something unexpected happens. Whether they have a workplace injury, suffer property or financial loss or damage from a natural or manmade disaster, are involved in an auto or other type of accident, or need time away from work for the birth of a child or another medical situation, we are here to provide compassionate care and expert guidance. Our clients depend on our talented colleagues to take care of their most valuable assets -- their employees, their customers and their property. At Sedgwick, caring counts--. Join our team of creative and caring people of all backgrounds, and help us make a difference in the lives of others.As the largest provider of disability and absence management solutions, Sedgwick offers a combination of services covering every possible time away from work scenario. Our clients depend on us to support and improve the health and productivity of their workforce in a way that is cost-effective, efficient and compliant.PRIMARY PURPOSE: To enhance the ADA process for claimants requesting accommodations under the ADAAA; to review complex medical information for temporary and permanent accommodation requests; and to approve and/or negotiate restrictions as required under the ADAAA, state and/or client requirements.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES* Reviews medical information for ADAAA temporary and permanent accommodation requests.* Approves and/or negotiates accommodations as written; renegotiates reasonable alternative accommodations, or denies restrictions based on lack of supporting documentation through correspondence with physician, colleague, department and other key stakeholders.* Maintains regular contact with colleagues, supervisors, health care providers, and other key stakeholders regarding progress and status of accommodations; assists in the resolution of any challenges related to the accommodations.* Conducts interactive discussions with claimants and employers, assists in answering/resolving any follow-up questions/issues and helps identify clarifications, when needed, from health care providers.* Acts as a subject matter expert and resource to supervisors, colleagues, union, or physicians regarding accommodation/work restriction issues and processes. Provides advice and counsel as appropriate and acts as a liaison between all parties when necessary.* Ascertains the specific physical tolerances and vocational skills needed for particular employment positions; makes decisions or assists case management staff in making decisions regarding a client's competence in performing a particular position.* Adheres to all medical and legal regulations and accreditation standards.* Reviews the essential job functions provided by the employer along with restrictions/limitations provided by the claimant and their treating provider to confirm the claimant can meet the essential functions with or without the accommodation(s) requested.* Contacts employers to obtain specific information regarding an area of employment, i.e., training or education needed, physical demands, wages and benefits, and availability.* Thoroughly reviews contested claims.* Assists as needed with submission of accommodation recommendations to employers for consideration.* Works closely with other members of team to: a) ensure smooth transition from medical case management into job placement; and/or b) discuss the progress on each case suggesting changes in rehabilitation plans.* Documents contacts in claim notes; prepares reports and/or forms documenting the results of research/negotiations performed; and tracks disposition decisions.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES* Performs other duties as assigned.* Supports the organization's quality program(s).QUALIFICATIONSEducation & LicensingBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in nursing, social work or vocational rehabilitation is preferred. At least one of the following licenses or certifications is required: RN, LVN, CRC, COHN, CVE, LPC or LCSW.ExperienceFour (4) years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education required. Medical disability or vocational rehabilitation experience preferred.Skills & Knowledge* Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills* PC literate, including Microsoft Office products* Analytical and interpretive skills* Strong organizational skills* Excellent interpersonal skills* Excellent negotiation skills* Ability to work in a team environment* Ability to meet or exceed Performance CompetenciesMental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlinesAuditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking* The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.* Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required* WORK ENVIRONMENTWhen applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.Sedgwick--is an Equal Opportunity Employerand aDrug-Free Workplace#ada #accommodations #crc #rehabiliattion #vocationalrehabilitation #rehab #rehabilitationcounseling #vocationalcasemanager #casemanagement #casemanager #socialwork #socialworker #qrc #lcsw #rn #nurse #registerednurse #crrn #cohn #cohns #licensedclinicalsocialworker #certifiedrehabilitationcounselor

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