Intercare Insurance

Workers Compensation Program Manager

Glendale, CA
Full Time
Senior Manager/Supervisor

Workers Compensation Program Manager

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Description

     

Summary:

Reports directly to the Associate Vice President, Vice President or Senior Vice   President of the Claims Division. Under the general direction of the AVP, VP or SVP, is responsible for   managing a claims program comprised of claims supervisors, claims adjusters,   claims assistants, and possibly other personnel involved directly in the   claims function. Has overall   responsibility and accountability for the work product of the claims program to   include the quantity of work processed as well as the quality. The nature of the work involves coaching   and counseling of the claims supervisors as well as other staff when required,   monitoring work product to assure compliance with Labor Code provisions as   well as company rules and regulations, conducting performance evaluations,   and instituting corrective action when appropriate. It also includes monitoring, controlling,   and planning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Accountable for the timely completion of all performance reviews for the claims program.
  • Provides monetary approval authority up to assigned authority level.
  • Works closely with representatives of our client(s) to ensure that contractual provisions are being followed and that   client/customer related issues are addressed promptly.
  • Provides ongoing advice, mentoring, coaching, counseling and performance feedback to the supervisors and to others within the claims team as needed, or in response to a request for assistance from a supervisor.
  • Responsible for assuring that all claims handled by the claims team are handled in accordance with applicable statutes and company rules.
  • Assists the supervisors with customer and personnel issues when needed and keeps senior management informed with regards to any corrective action activities within his/her department.
  • Exhibits a highly knowledgeable and helpful attitude and projects a professional image on behalf of the company.
  • Identifies and develops at least one supervisor to serve as program manager backup.
  • Represents the company at industry functions when needed and when appropriate.
  • Responsible for developing and sustaining a spirit of teamwork and cooperation among claims personnel and between claims    and the personnel of other departments.
  • Responsible for monitoring productivity and compliance trends within the assigned claims team and for implementing procedural adjustments as necessary to enhance or improve productivity and results. 
  • Requires a working knowledge of the Labor Code of the State of California as it pertains to workers compensation claims
  •  Handles other duties and tasks as deemed appropriate by Intercare and program assigned. 

Requirements

Competency:

  

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

  • Project Management  - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and within budget; Manages project  team activities. 
  • Business Acumen –  Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to      profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns      work with strategic goals.
  • Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes      effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and      supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates      results. 
  • Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to      perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others;      Inspires respect and trust; Accepts feedback from others; Provides vision      and inspiration to peers and subordinates; Gives appropriate recognition      to others; Displays passion and optimism; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision. 
  • Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills. 

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Eight or more years of progressive technical claim experience, demonstrating a high degree of judgment and discretion, is capable of providing adequate guidance on complex claim cases and can negotiate settlements effectively.

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