Injury Prevention Specialist with Ergonomics experience - Danbury, CT
About The Position
DORN Companies is a leader in industrial injury prevention, ergonomics, and employee wellness, focused on reducing workplace injuries and improving human performance. We partner with clients across North America to deliver on-site and virtual services, including ergonomic assessments, job coaching, education, and training to drive a culture of safety and reduce musculoskeletal risks. We are seeking a qualified Ergonomics Specialist to support our client with proactive injury prevention services on-site. This position focuses exclusively on ergonomic risk analysis, job coaching, training, and reporting. The role is ideal for professionals with an ergonomics certification or relevant training in occupational health, kinesiology, human factors, or physical rehabilitation. You will conduct ergonomic evaluations, assess tasks for risk factors, support early intervention efforts, and coach employees on safer work practices. This role does not involve hands-on therapy—it’s focused on observation, training, and behavior-based prevention strategies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Ergonomics, Kinesiology, Human Factors, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Ergonomics certifications preferred (e.g., CPE, CCPE, CEES, COES, REPA, or equivalent)
- Additional credentials such as ATC, R.Kin/C.Kin, PTA, OTA, or experience in workplace wellness or return-to-work support also considered
- Minimum 2 years in a workplace ergonomics, human movement, or occupational health setting
- Experience with physical job demands analysis and ergonomic data collection
- Strong understanding of musculoskeletal injury risks and prevention strategies
- Strong interpersonal communication and coaching skills
- Proactive problem-solver with ability to work independently
- Attention to detail in documentation and reporting
- Comfortable using digital tools (MS Office, ergonomic assessment software, etc.)
- Must carry or be willing to obtain professional liability insurance
- Must pass background screening and adhere to client site requirements
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial settings is a plus
Responsibilities
- Perform ergonomic risk assessments of job tasks and workstations
- Coach employees on posture, movement strategies, and injury prevention
- Provide 1-on-1 and group education to reinforce ergonomic best practices
- Track trends in movement behaviors and discomfort to inform interventions
- Communicate findings and recommendations to site safety teams
- Document all observations and feedback using DORN systems
- Maintain regular reports to DORN and client stakeholders
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
