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Workers' Compensation Specialist
<p>We are looking for an experienced Workers&#39; Compensation Specialist to provide dedicated leave coverage for a Human Resources team. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on guiding employees and managers through workers&#39; compensation matters, coordinating claim activity, and supporting compliant return-to-work and accommodation processes. The role requires a practical, detail-oriented individual who can step in quickly, work a flexible schedule of 20 to 40 hours per week, and maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and external insurance partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the day-to-day handling of workers&#39; compensation cases, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate coordination from initial report through resolution.</p><p>• Serve as a key point of contact for employees who need support during workplace injury claims, providing clear guidance and updates throughout the process.</p><p>• Partner with managers and HR colleagues to facilitate return-to-work planning and help align transitional work options with business needs and employee limitations.</p><p>• Review and coordinate workplace accommodation requests related to occupational injuries, helping maintain compliance and consistency in documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with insurance carriers, brokers, and other external partners to monitor claim status, exchange required information, and address outstanding issues.</p><p>• Maintain organized records, track claim developments, and prepare case details needed for internal review and decision-making.</p><p>• Advise stakeholders on workers&#39; compensation procedures, deadlines, and best practices to promote efficient case management.</p><p>• Adjust weekly availability as needed within the 20 to 40 hour range to support coverage demands during the assignment period.</p>
• Prior experience managing workers&#39; compensation claims in an HR or employee relations environment.<br>• Working knowledge of return-to-work coordination and interactive accommodation processes.<br>• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, insurance representatives, and brokers.<br>• Experience maintaining confidential records and handling sensitive employee information with discretion.<br>• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple claims and deadlines simultaneously.<br>• Familiarity with HR administration and employee benefit-related processes.<br>• Availability to begin quickly and provide flexible part-time to permanent support during the contract period.
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  • Pasadena, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 34 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Workers&#39; Compensation Specialist to provide dedicated leave coverage for a Human Resources team. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on guiding employees and managers through workers&#39; compensation matters, coordinating claim activity, and supporting compliant return-to-work and accommodation processes. The role requires a practical, detail-oriented individual who can step in quickly, work a flexible schedule of 20 to 40 hours per week, and maintain strong communication with internal stakeholders and external insurance partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the day-to-day handling of workers&#39; compensation cases, ensuring timely follow-up and accurate coordination from initial report through resolution.</p><p>• Serve as a key point of contact for employees who need support during workplace injury claims, providing clear guidance and updates throughout the process.</p><p>• Partner with managers and HR colleagues to facilitate return-to-work planning and help align transitional work options with business needs and employee limitations.</p><p>• Review and coordinate workplace accommodation requests related to occupational injuries, helping maintain compliance and consistency in documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with insurance carriers, brokers, and other external partners to monitor claim status, exchange required information, and address outstanding issues.</p><p>• Maintain organized records, track claim developments, and prepare case details needed for internal review and decision-making.</p><p>• Advise stakeholders on workers&#39; compensation procedures, deadlines, and best practices to promote efficient case management.</p><p>• Adjust weekly availability as needed within the 20 to 40 hour range to support coverage demands during the assignment period.</p>
  • 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

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