Risk Management Associate

Elderwood • Buffalo, NY

95d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

Elderwood Administrative Services is seeking a Risk Management Associate to join our corporate Risk Management team. This is an exciting opportunity to directly support organizational safety, compliance, and cost-control initiatives - while applying advanced Excel and analytical skills to drive meaningful results. The Risk Management team plays a vital role in protecting our residents, staff, and facilities by reducing risks, ensuring compliance, and implementing proactive strategies across the organization. This position offers exposure to a wide range of insurance programs and operational strategies, with the chance to grow in a specialized field of healthcare risk management.

Requirements

• Associates degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience reporting/handling Workers’ Compensation claims required; multiline insurance experience preferred.
• Demonstrable knowledge of State Workers’ Compensation Laws and OSHA Recordkeeping.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA and confidential handling of PHI required.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365; intermediate/expert Excel skills preferred.
• Valid, current driver license for occasional travel (10%).

Responsibilities

• Support and collaborate with the VP of Risk Management to implement risk reduction strategies across multiple facilities.
• Handle and report Workers’ Compensation, Professional/General Liability, and Auto insurance claims, working directly with insurance carriers and facility staff.
• Analyze incident data and claim trends, preparing high-impact reports that guide leadership decisions.
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with OSHA Recordkeeping, HIPAA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintain claim databases with precision and provide critical support for insurance renewals, audits, and compliance processes.
• Partner with facilities to ensure consistent practices in incident reporting, employee injury management, and return-to-work programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match).
• Generous PTO and holiday package.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to advanced risk management practices.
• A mission-driven culture where your work contributes to safer, stronger healthcare communities.
• Benefit from a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance, with time split between the office and remote work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees