Disability Manager

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In this role, the Disability Manager works with Magna's manufacturing plants to develop, administer and manage WSIB and non-occupational disability programs. In this capacity, this role will ensure illness-related absences are managed in an effective, timely and cost-effective manner through new and existing occupation injury management (WSIB), non-occupational disability management, and absence management programs.

Your Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze corporate disability and claims data to identify trends, costs, and risk areas, using these analytics to drive evidence-based improvements in injury prevention and disability management outcomes.

• Establish disability management policies, procedures, and metrics that ensure consistency and compliance with legal and corporate requirements.

• Oversee and support complex WSIB and non-occupational disability cases, providing expert guidance to local HR, claims coordinators and Health & Safety teams on effective disability management.

• Develop and deliver comprehensive training for plant claims coordinators covering early intervention and accommodation principles, WSIB claims management processes, and legal compliance requirements.

• Act as the corporate liaison with WSIB, insurance carriers, medical consultants, and rehabilitation providers, while partnering with claims coordinators, Health & Safety, HR to ensure the effective integration of disability management and safety programs across the organization.

• Prepare written submissions for WSIB Appeals & Tribunal cases and present at Oral Hearings, both virtually and in-person, as required.

Who we are looking for

• 4+ years of experience in case management of WSIB and non-occupational claims.
• 1+ year of experience managing disability management programs in a multi-site company.
• Mentoring and training experience.
• Preferred qualifications: university degree and/or professional designation (COHN, OT Reg, NIDMAR).
• Extensive knowledge of WSIB Operational Policies and Procedures and relevant legislation.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and multitasking skills with ability to work independently.

Please Note

• Regular overnight travel 10% of the time
• Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.
• Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check, and if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.