Coordinator of Risk Management

Marrakech•Woodbridge, CT

1d•$45,794

About The Position

The Coordinator of Risk Management is responsible for conducting Abuse and Neglect investigations for all departments within the agency. This position also assists with Workers’ Compensation investigations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Maintains current knowledge on all State regulations, pertaining to abuse and neglect and reporting requirements Completes Abuse and Neglect investigations Reviews abuse/neglect incident reports Makes recommendations for employment status changes based on the results of investigations Is responsible for assigned employee issues, including suspensions, disciplinary procedures, and reassignments along with all documentation associated with each Maintains knowledge about current issues in Workers’ Compensation through Department of Labor updates and acts upon new trends accordingly Along with the Director, ensures that agency complies with all applicable Workers’ Compensation laws Maintains communication with Initial Treatment Centers Ensures that Workers’ Compensation files are updated and safeguarded Along with the Director, ensures Workers’ Compensation monthly report is complete in a timely fashion Ensures timesheets for staff on Workers’ Compensation are completed accurately and in a timely fashion Ensures that all workplace accidents/vehicle accidents are investigated Works with insurance companies in regards to Workers’ Compensation claims Operates motor vehicles safely and in accordance with State Law (agency and personal automobiles) while on work related duties

Requirements

Sound reasoning - Must be able to exercise sound reasoning to analyze situations and make decisions and solve problems
Time management and multi-tasking - Must be able to manage time well and meet deadlines while working on several tasks at once – must be able to prioritize work
Communication Skills - Must be able to communicate clearly and accurately both verbally and written – Must be able to collaborate with others in other departments within the agency – must be able to obtain the necessary information needed to conduct investigations from other departments both within the agency and outside of the agency
Interviewing skills - Must have strong interviewing skills – must be able to interview in a way that makes the subject comfortable and results in the information needed – must demonstrate strong listening skills
Report writing skills – Must be able to complete reports thoroughly and accurately within the deadlines required
Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Law or other relevant area is preferred.
High school diploma/GED with at least two years of experience working with people with disabilities and/or professional investigation experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
CT State Driver’s License
DDS-Mandated Investigators Training (post-hire)

Responsibilities

Maintains current knowledge on all State regulations, pertaining to abuse and neglect and reporting requirements
Completes Abuse and Neglect investigations
Reviews abuse/neglect incident reports
Makes recommendations for employment status changes based on the results of investigations
Is responsible for assigned employee issues, including suspensions, disciplinary procedures, and reassignments along with all documentation associated with each
Maintains knowledge about current issues in Workers’ Compensation through Department of Labor updates and acts upon new trends accordingly
Along with the Director, ensures that agency complies with all applicable Workers’ Compensation laws
Maintains communication with Initial Treatment Centers
Ensures that Workers’ Compensation files are updated and safeguarded
Along with the Director, ensures Workers’ Compensation monthly report is complete in a timely fashion
Ensures timesheets for staff on Workers’ Compensation are completed accurately and in a timely fashion
Ensures that all workplace accidents/vehicle accidents are investigated
Works with insurance companies in regards to Workers’ Compensation claims
Operates motor vehicles safely and in accordance with State Law (agency and personal automobiles) while on work related duties