Vocational Case Manager I

CorVel Career Site•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC)/Vocational Case Manager provides vocational rehabilitation services and medical case management to individuals following a work place injury through coordination with client, insurer, physician, employer, attorney and others with the ultimate goal being the client’s timely return to gainful employment. The Vocational Case Manager interviews and evaluates the client to determine the degree of disability, eligibility and feasibility of vocational rehabilitation services. This position determines suitable job goals consistent with the clients’ interests, aptitudes and physical limitations; supporting the goals of the Case Management department, and of CorVel. This is a Minnesota Field Case Management position, providing coverage for the southern MN territory (Rochester, Owatonna, Mankato). Only candidates residing in southern MN will be considered. RN license strongly preferred, candidates with case management experience or vocational rehabilitation background are also encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Effective multi-tasking skills in a high-volume, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Ability to interface with claims staff, attorneys, physicians and their representatives, and advisors/clients and coworkers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to meet designated deadlines
Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Office including Excel spreadsheets
Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC) registration with the MN Department of Labor and Industry or ability to obtain
Ability to obtain CRC or CDMS Certification
Knowledge of Managed Care or Workers’ Compensation preferred

Nice To Haves

RN license
bilingual (Spanish)
residing in southern MN

Responsibilities

Schedule and carry out appointments with client, family, adjuster, medical providers, employer, attorney, vendors as necessary
Complete forms according to industry requirements
Prepare organized reports within a specified timeframe
Document all case activity in files
Complete ongoing educational requirements as required by certifying entities
May be required to attend committee meetings, participate in customer service activities, present instructional programs, administer vocational testing and review results, perform on-site job analyses, provide expert testimony, job placement, oversee job seeking skills workshop and perform labor market research
Additional duties as required