Workers Compensation Specialist Position Available In Collier, Florida

Workers Compensation Specialist Redlands Christian Migrant Association 402 West Main Street, Immokalee, FL 34142

Certificate Number:

N/A/ Job Order:

2025-119/ 1 Position (On-Site)

MISSION:

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a nationally recognized non-profit leader in childcare and early education. RCMA operates more than 65 centers and 3 charter schools, with a staff of 1,600 employees, in 21 Florida counties. We have grown over the years through our policy of hiring from the communities served, forging a strong bond between parents and RCMA caregivers, teachers, and staff.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Would you rather have a fulfilling career than just a “job”? At RCMA, we feel lucky to work in fulfilling roles every day. Like one big family, we work hand in hand with families who need allies on their journey toward big dreams. Through empathy and compassion, we help cultivate a sense of dignity and pride in these valuable members of society and provide them with resources for growth. If this sounds like a family you’d like to become a member of, we’d love to hear from you!

BENEFITS

In addition, RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This includes a $40,000 Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered 100% by RCMA. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan. Eligible employees receive holiday pay, personal time off, and tuition assistance.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

This position oversees and performs a variety of tasks related to the processing of workers’ compensation claims, employee safety, training, and supervisor support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following, however, other duties may be assigned: Workers Compensation Receives and processes accident reports and files workers’ compensation claims in a timely manner. Evaluates accident reports to determine accuracy and completeness and to ensure adequate investigation. Establishes and maintains contact with all interested parties by displaying top-notch customer service. Adheres to the WC laws in order to recommend approval/denial of claims. Notifies the claimant, medical service providers, attorneys, and others involved in the status of claims. Calculates WC benefits and related FMLA, STD, LTD, and SLC benefits in collaboration with the Benefits Department and WC Carrier. Maintains electronic files for claims in order to document data, reserves, and payments. Educates and supports supervisors on the RCMA return-to-work (light-duty/modified duty) program. Completes and submits the WC Compensation Renewal paperwork annually. Completes and submits the WC Compensation Audit for retro adjustment annually. Safety Analyzes injury trends and takes a corrective approach with supervisors to prevent future occurrences. Conducts employee training on applicable safety standards. Reviews safety training and recommends revisions, improvements, and updates. Prepares all letters to send out to claimants who are to be tested for the random drug testing program. Other Administrative Duties Ensures the timely processing of medical bills, WC premium invoices, and drug testing invoices. Works with the Vault Workforce Screening vendor to ensure all payments are made as scheduled for the Non-DOT and DOT drug testing.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform duties satisfactorily while exercising independent judgment, initiative, and creativity in order to implement all job duties. Individuals must meet age, medical, moral character, and any other requirements as defined by Florida Statutes. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED combined with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Workers’ Compensation. or
• High School Diploma or GED combined with a minimum of 1-3 years of related experience in safety administration practices. or
• High School Diploma or GED combined with a minimum of 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of the Workers’ Compensation Act, city regulations, and other applicable state/federal statutes and regulations.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, body systems, and/or impairments and their disabling effects.
• Working knowledge of office procedures and files.
• Ability to obtain facts that ensure that claims information is complete and accurate.
• Ability to balance casework loads and efficiently process claims.
• Ability to evaluate all medical and time-loss claims information to make determinations regarding payment of temporary total disability benefits and medical bills.
• Ability to use good judgment in interpreting medical facts presented by a physician and applying these facts in determining an individual’s capacity to engage in gainful occupation.
• Ability to read, assimilate, and recall with marked proficiency facts, figures, and descriptions, and to search for and obtain information.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with co-workers, broker, carrier, and other RCMA staff.

RCMA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and a drug‑free workplace.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.24 – $23.71 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Ability to

Commute:

Immokalee, FL 34142 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Immokalee, FL 34142: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person