Part-Time Temporary Injury Prevention Specialist

WorkCare • Fortuna, CA

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About The Position

The Injury Prevention Specialist provides injury prevention program services focused on total worker health across designated service centers in the Eureka and Fortuna region, supporting a utility company. The work includes triage, first aid, injury-case support, ergonomic assessment, employee education and coaching, and prevention of musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses. The role is primarily outdoors according to the job summary, although the work-environment section describes mainly indoor, office conditions.

This is a temporary, part-time position expected to begin as soon as possible and end on December 31, 2026, with a possible extension based on business needs. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., plus or minus one hour. The position may require additional time to support emergency response to natural disasters in the region. The hourly pay range is $37–$49. Candidates with less than 10 years of related professional experience and less than 3 years in an industrial setting can expect $37–$45 per hour. Actual compensation depends on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Critical-thinking skills and ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Initiative, ability to manage multiple priorities, and skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Professional approach in demanding, multitasking, and project-support situations.
• Ability to create and edit written materials and communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn new software.
• Ability to walk more than two miles per shift, lift and move up to 50 pounds, and frequently get in and out of a vehicle.
• Ability to sit and work at a desk, bend, stretch, stand, stoop, kneel, and crouch; manual dexterity for computer keyboard and mouse use.
• Ability to work under stress and use a computer and phone.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial or occupational health, or ergonomics.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Ergonomic certification.
• Board of Certification (BOC) Certified Athletic Trainer credential in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless coverage for employees on leave of absence or extended paid time off to ensure continuity of operations.
• Support client-facing events and help ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate across functions on projects and strategic initiatives, including planning, execution, and follow-up.
• Provide triage, first aid, education, and escalation of care when needed, within OSHA first-aid guidelines.
• Communicate with all parties involved in managing an injury case.
• Support injured employees, monitor medical care, promote efficient reporting, and participate in accident investigations.
• Assist in finding temporarily modified work that complies with physical restrictions.
• Help employees prevent repetitive, cumulative, and overuse musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses.
• Conduct ergonomic analyses and recommend changes to vehicle setup, work posture, tool use, and workstations.
• Provide on-the-job education and coaching to help workers improve body mechanics, postural habits, and physical resilience.
• Assist employees with sustained lifestyle improvements in nutritional health, physical fitness, and stress management.
• Address and mitigate risks related to workers’ total health to reduce job-related injuries and illnesses.
• Develop job-specific agility routines and preventative programs, also known as Work Hardening.
• Reduce injury risk through awareness, education, ergonomic recommendations, and first aid.
• Proactively engage with employees at their work locations.
• Maintain records of triage, ergonomic assessments, first-aid care, and education provided.
• Learn site operations, workflows, processes, and employee needs to recommend ways to prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
• Use available technology to support total worker health.
• Partner with other WorkCare service lines, including Incident Intervention and Onsite Clinics.
• Support multiple clients and projects as needed and take on additional duties and responsibilities as identified by the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time