... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Dubuque, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Dubuque, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Dubuque, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Dubuque, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Coralville, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Disability Representative
Coralville, IA · On-site
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
... Disability Representative Disability Representative Our teams thrive together! We collaborate ... A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey * Career development ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr.
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr.
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Representative Sr
Dubuque, IA · On-site
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Provides disability case management and complex claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making ...
Disability Management information
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How much do disability management jobs pay per year?
What is a Disability Management job?
A Disability Management job involves supporting employees with disabilities or injuries to stay at work or return to work safely. Professionals in this field assess workplace accommodations, coordinate rehabilitation plans, and ensure compliance with disability laws and policies. They work closely with employees, employers, healthcare providers, and insurance companies to create effective return-to-work programs. The goal is to minimize workplace disability impacts while promoting inclusion and productivity.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Disability Management?
Professionals in Disability Management are typically responsible for assessing individual cases, developing and monitoring return-to-work plans, and facilitating communication between employees, healthcare providers, and employer representatives. They may spend their days coordinating reasonable accommodations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, documenting case progress, and providing guidance on workplace integration. The role often involves both desk-based administrative work and direct interactions with various stakeholders. This dynamic environment requires balancing multiple cases, adapting to changing needs, and supporting both organizational goals and the well-being of employees.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Disability Management position, and why are they important?
To thrive in Disability Management, you need a strong background in rehabilitation, human resources, or health-related fields, often supported by certifications such as Certified Disability Management Professional (CDMP) or Certified Return to Work Coordinator (CRTWC). Familiarity with case management software, workplace accommodation guidelines, and regulatory standards like the ADA is crucial. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills help when coordinating with employees, healthcare providers, and employers. These competencies enable effective support for individuals with disabilities, ensuring compliance and facilitating successful workplace reintegration.

Sedgwick rating
7.6
Based on 314 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
191st of 281 rated insurance
Job description
Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
Disability Representative
Disability Representative
Our teams thrive together! We collaborate in person and embrace a flexible hybrid work style. To join us, you'll need to live near one of our dynamic Centers of Excellence Cedar Rapids, IA : 333 1st Street SE Ste.200 Cedar Rapids IA 52401
✨ What we offer:
- A stable, consistent work environment-both in-office and virtual
- A comprehensive training program to help you support employees and customers from some of the world's most respected brands
- A dedicated mentor and manager to guide you every step of your career journey
- Career development and promotional opportunities as you take on new responsibilities
- A diverse, all-inclusive benefits package designed to support your mental, physical, financial, and professional well-being
Your next big opportunity starts here-are you ready to join us?
ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?
We are looking for enthusiastic and empathetic candidates that want to grow a career. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative team environment, show motivation, and drive in their work ethic, are customer-oriented, naturally empathic and solution-focused
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provides disability case management and routine claim determinations based on medical documentation and the applicable disability plan interpretation including determining benefits due and making timely payments/approvals and adjustments, medically managing disability claims; coordinates investigative efforts, thoroughly reviewing contested claims, negotiates return to work with or without job accommodations, and evaluates and arranges appropriate referral of claims to outside vendors.
ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE?
We are looking for enthusiastic and empathetic candidates that want to grow a career. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative team environment, show motivation, and drive in their work ethic, are customer-oriented, naturally empathic and solution-focused.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Makes claim determinations, based on the information received, to approve routine disability claims or makes a recommendation to team lead to deny claims based on the disability plan.
- Reviews and analyzes routine medical information (i.e. attending physical statements, office notes, off work notes, etc.) or consults with a nurse to determine if the claimant is disabled as defined by the disability plan.
- Utilizes the appropriate clinical resources in case assessment (i.e. duration guidelines, in-house clinicians) regularly.
- Determines benefits due, makes timely claims payments and adjustments for workers compensation, Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), and other disability offsets.
- Informs claimants of documentation required to process claims, required time frames, payment information and claims status by phone, written correspondence and/or claims system.
- Communicates with the claimants' providers to set expectations regarding return to work.
- Medically manages routine disability claims ensuring compliance with duration control guidelines and plan provisions.
- Communicates clearly and timely with claimant and client on all aspects of claims process by phone, written correspondence and/or claims system.
- Coordinates investigative efforts ensuring appropriateness; provides thorough review of contested claims.
- Evaluates and arranges appropriate referral of claims to outside vendors or physician advisor reviews, surveillance, independent medical evaluation, functional capability evaluation, and/or related disability activities.
- Negotiates return to work with or without job accommodations via the claimant's physician and employer.
- Refers cases as appropriate to team lead and clinical case management to assist with claim determination.
- Meets the organization's quality program(s) minimum requirements.
- Maintains professional client relationships and provides excellent customer service.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience
Two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. One (1) year of office or customer service experience required. One (1) year of benefits or claims management experience preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge of ERISA regulations, required offsets and deductions, disability duration and medical management practices and Social Security application procedures
- Knowledge of state and federal FMLA regulations
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and duration management
- Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
- Proficient computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Analytical, interpretive, and critical thinking skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies as required by program
- Effective decision-making and negotiation skills
- Ability to exercise judgement with limited supervision
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical: Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods while operating a computer and phone system. Travel as required
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.