Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant

Unum Group•Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

General Summary The vocational consultant is responsible for reviewing, analyzing and interpreting vocational and medical information. Works collaboratively with claims professionals and other resources in multiple settings to assess vocational information and provides vocational opinion on duties and demands. Engages employers, claimants, healthcare providers and internal resources to facilitate return to work and stay at work services. Delivers exceptional service in every interaction, taking full accountability for a positive experience.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation or a related field
Certification required in rehabilitation counseling, disability management, or case management
3+ years vocational experience preferred
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment

Responsibilities

Application of vocational knowledge through assessment and synthesis of claim file information and ability to offer balanced conclusions
Ability to concisely communicate (written and verbally) complex vocational issues in a fast-paced, team work environment
Partners with multiple resources to identify, develop, coordinate and implement complex vocational rehabilitation and return to work plans
Collaboration with internal and external resources to gather pertinent vocational and medical documentation to accurately assess file direction
Completes comprehensive forensic vocational assessments
Provides coaching of claims professionals to increase vocational knowledge
Operates with a sense of urgency and flexibility to meet the needs of a rapidly changing environment, while meeting performance standards set for quality and quantity of work
Displays capacity and drive for learning and developing broad business and leadership skills; openness to diverse ideas & experiences and has self-awareness re: strengths and areas of development
Required to maintain professional certifications, stays abreast of new trends in the vocational field and completes other required educational activities

Benefits

Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments