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* Written and spoken competence in English and French is required *
The Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission of New Brunswick is accepting applications for a temporary position of Support Clerk in the Northwest Region in Grand Falls.
Reporting to the Administrative Assisant, Northwest Region, the Support Clerk will perform administrative functions to support the claims management process within the region. The Support Clerk will process new information on existing and finalled claims, complete annual review of claims, assist the case management team in arranging expedited services for clients, obtain accurate and complete information, make calculations, review and authorize payment of medical services as well as review and pay accounts within authority level. The Support Clerk will also be responsible for responding to enquiries and processing mail.
As the successful applicant, you will possess a high school diploma and have a one-year business or medical secretary course. You will have two years relevant work experience. The ability to function in a Windows computer environment and the ability to type accurately at a rate of 40 wpm is essential. Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment are also essential. Written and spoken competence in English and French is required.
The Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission (WHSCC) offers a competitive salary commencing at $1,157.76 bi-weekly. Please apply in writing by April 12, 2004 to:
Manager, Staffing
Competition Number: 04-220233-16 (B)
Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission
PO Box 160, Saint John NB E2L 3X9
Fax 506 642-0718 or E-mail [email protected]
Candidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience required for this position.
WHSCC reserves the right to raise minimum qualifications depending on the number of applications. WHSCC is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a scent-reduced environment. The WHSCC administers no-fault workplace accident and disability insurance for employers and their workers, funded solely through assessments on employers.
The WHSCC is committed to the prevention of workplace injuries and accidents through education and the enforcement of the Occupational Health and Safety Act. For more information about the Workplace Health, Safety and Compensation Commission of New Brunswick or this and other employment opportunities, please visit our web site at www.whscc.nb.ca.
A little bit about us
WorkSafeNB
Organization
WorkSafeNB administers no-fault workplace accident and disability insurance for employers and their workers, funded solely through assessments on employers. All employers having three or more workers are obligated to obtain compensation coverage.
WorkSafeNB is committed to preventing workplace injuries and illness through education and enforcement of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
WorkSafeNB is administered by a board of directors consisting of the chairperson, a vice-chairperson, the president and CEO (non-voting member), the chairperson of the Appeals Tribunal (non-voting member), five members representing workers, and five members representing employers. Other than the president & CEO and the chairperson of the Appeals Tribunal, members of the board of directors serve part-time.
WorkSafeNB's mandate is to:
- Promote the creation of a workplace safety culture in which all employees and employers view all occupational diseases and accidents as being preventable.
- Promote an understanding, acceptance, and compliance with all legislation for which WorkSafeNB is responsible, including the enforcement of the OHS Act and regulations.
- Provide timely compensation benefits, medical aid, rehabilitation, and safe return-to-work services to injured workers.
- Provide sustainable insurance and insurance-related services to the employer community.
- Represent stakeholders and provide recommendations and advice to government with respect to legislation, and publish such reports, studies, and recommendations WorkSafeNB considers advisable.
Assessments are affected by the level of activities in the province's workplaces, as are the resulting claims. There are also substantial assets that ensure WorkSafeNB will be able to provide the ongoing benefits promised to injured workers through a wage loss recovery insurance system. These funds are invested in the financial markets and investment returns are subject to the ups and downs of the marketplace.
Regional Services
WorkSafeNB's head office is located in Saint John.
More Info
For more information, please visit www.worksafenb.ca
Toll Free: 1-800-999-9775