Vocational Consultant

Vocational Consultant Springfield, MA Job Details Full-time $65,800 - $86,300 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Caregiver leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) 10% Match Bereavement leave Qualifications Market analysis Mid-level Master's degree Analysis skills Market research Decision making Counseling Disability determination Communication skills Master's degree in counseling CRC Full Job Description Overview A career with us means you'll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love. We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are. Job Description Vocational Consultant

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Claims, Operations Full-Time, Springfield, MA The Opportunity As a Disability Vocational Consultant, you will be responsible for file review and occupational analysis to determine specific occupational requirements to aid in the assessment of whether an insured meets the definition of disability. In this role, you will apply sound judgment, critical thinking, and focused decision-making. The Team We're a team that works together to make sure every claim is handled with care and attention. By using better processes and smart technology, we aim to make things easier for our clients. We value working together, staying flexible, and welcoming different perspectives. Our team includes people with a wide range of skills—claim examiners, medical and financial experts. This enables us to help our clients in the best way possible. The Impact In this role as a Disability Vocational Consultant, you will collaborate closely with Disability Claim Examiners and Consultants as well as subject matter experts across medical, vocational, and financial disciplines. You will assist the claim examining staff in evaluating vocational information to determine eligibility for benefits under our policies. This position requires an understanding of functional capabilities as they apply to disabled employees' ability to work.

Key Reponsibilities Include:

File review and occupational analysis to determine specific occupational requirements to aid in the determination of whether an insured meets the definition of disability Conduct procedure code reviews to determine activities pre and post onset of disability for medical and dental providers Coordinate functional capacity evaluations and reviews Conduct transferable skills analysis, assessment of work capacity, and labor market research to help assess existence of reasonable occupations in a specific geographical area Collaborate with internal and external resources to identify tools and resources for claimants and employers that can be used to expedite return to work (RTW) efforts Conduct ongoing research of various occupations, labor market trends, and state laws pertaining to vocational rehabilitation Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or currently pursuing with an anticipated graduation of 2026 or 2027 Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation or must obtain within 6 months of hire Ideal Qualifications Master's degree in Rehabilitation Counseling Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) designation 1+ years of vocational rehabilitation experience preferred, ideally in disability management Excellent communication, both verbal and written, counseling, and interpersonal skills Familiarity with labor market analysis tools and vocational assessment methodologies Strong understanding of RTW best practices and related human resources topics What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team Regular meetings with the

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Claims team Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits #LI-BC1 MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

California residents:

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Salary Range:

$65,800-$86,300 Award-Winning Culture MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It's more than our company structure — it's our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts. We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual. How We Work MassMutual's flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year. Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones) There's more to your life than your job and there's more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you'd expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave. Explore some of our offerings below. Paid Time Off In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health. Health & Well-Being In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being. Financial Well-Being In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution. Taking Care MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need. Giving Back MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually. Commuter Benefits MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.