Disability Management Consultant- Case Manager

Description

Disability Management Consultant

Southern Company is seeking a professional to coordinate resolution to medical and disability issues of employees in a manner, which affords high quality health care and is expedient, efficient, and cost effective. This is accomplished by collaborating closely with internal team members, health care professionals, corporate legal counsel, company HR representatives, IBEW and company management in Southern Company. This professional will primarily collaborate with company locations in Mobile County and the Southern Alabama area.

Major Responsibilities of the job include:

• Coordinate activities related to medical management injury/illness cases under the guidance of corporate Medical Directors
• Coordinate the accommodation process for client departments according to the ADA Regulations. This includes job analysis and return to work activities
• Assist management in determining employee Fitness for Duty and coordination of related processes
• Assist, as needed, in the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) process with vendor as it relates to serious health condition certification, communication, and return to work
• Establish and maintain documentation (electronic database and hard copy) of medical treatment and conditions on employees. All information shall be kept in strict confidence according to privacy laws and ADA regulations
• Communicate clearly and timely with management, employees, medical director, and fellow Disability Management team members on related activity of injured or ill employees. Consult with employees and management on applicability of other available resources (LTD, Workers’ Compensation, Medical Benefits, EAP/Mental Health Benefits, Employee Service Center, Physical Exams, Etc.)
• Assist with Workers’ Compensation activities including investigation, coverage determination, company defense, and approval of medical treatment and payment
• Accountable to Disability Management Team for support and teamwork in accomplishing team goals and performing team services
• Accountable to Medical Director, Company Management, and Employees for services provided
• Reporting Relationships: Direct report to Supervisor, Disability Management.

Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply:

Education

• AS or BS in Nursing, Health Sciences, or related field required
• Active RN license required

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years occupational case management or Medical/ Surgery or Occupational Medicine experience, preferred
• Case Management experience, Certified Case Manager (CCM) accreditation, and/or Certification in Occupational Health Nursing (COHN), preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of disability management practices, workers compensation laws and policies such as Family Medical Leave Act, American’s with Disability Act, 1973 Rehabilitation Act-Section 503, medical privacy regulations and Human Resources Management practices preferred
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Available for frequent, short notice travel within the service territory
• Working knowledge of data base systems for use in performing job (RiskMaster, Oracle, Service Now, Etc.) preferred

Alabama Power provides the valuable combination of competitive prices, reliable electricity supply and unparalleled service to 1.4 million homes, businesses and industries in the southern two-thirds of Alabama123.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Human Resources

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Alabama-Mobile Area-Mobile

Operating Company: Alabama Power Company

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to...): Yes, 50 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

APC - Mobile Division Office - 150 Saint Joseph Street (150MOBILE)

150 Saint Joseph Street

Mobile, 36602

Req ID: APC2008083