ADA Accommodation Specialist

Sedgwick • Grand Rapids, MI • 23h ago

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve.

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ADA Accommodation Specialist

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: 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.

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver great work.

Apply your medical/clinical or rehabilitation knowledge and experience to assist in the management of accommodations, restrictions, and rehabilitation plans.

Work in the best of both worlds - a rewarding career making an impact on the health and lives of others, and a remote work environment.

Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path while advocating for the most effective and efficient medical treatment for injured employees in a non-traditional setting.

Enable our Caring counts® mission supporting injured employees from some of the world's best brands and organizations.

Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.

Celebrate your career achievements and each other through professional development opportunities, continuing education credits, team building initiatives and more.

Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES MAY INCLUDE

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.

Ascertains the specific physical tolerances and vocational skills needed for employment positions; makes decisions or assists case management staff in making decisions regarding a client's competence in performing a particular position.

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.

EDUCATION AND LICENSING

Bachelor'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 or CRC.

?TAKING CARE OF YOU BY

Offering flexibility and autonomy.

Supporting meaningful work that promotes critical thinking and problem solving.

Providing on-going learning and professional growth opportunities.

Promoting a strong team environment and a culture of support.

Recognizing your successes and celebrating your achievements.

Thrives when everyone is working towards the same vision/goals.

We offer a diverse and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental vision, 401K, PTO and more beginning your first day.

NEXT STEPS

If your application is selected to advance to the next round, a recruiter will be in touch.

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com

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