Sr. Absence Management Specialist

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The Senior Absence Management Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing employee absences and workplace injuries to ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and best practices.

This role involves coordinating with various departments to support employees through their recovery and return-to-work processes, while also working to minimize absenteeism and occupational/non-occupational disability leaves.

This position will be accountable and responsible for the ongoing development and implementation of DHL’s absence management program. This role can be based in Brampton, ON or Lachine, Quebec.

 

 How will you contribute to the success of DHL?
1.

Absence Management:



* Administer and manage employee absence programs, including sick leave, family leave, and other types of leave.


* Monitor and track employee absences to identify patterns and trends.


* Coordinate with employees, supervisors and HRBPs to manage planned and unplanned absences, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

o   Provide guidance and support to employees regarding absence policies and procedures.

o   Ensures compliance with all leave of absence and employment laws across the country by accurately completing all time away requests in a timely manner.


* Maintain accurate and confidential records of employee absences.



* Workplace Injury Management:



* Working closely with our service provider, handle all aspects of workplace injury claims cases, including reporting, documentation, and communication with insurance providers and healthcare professionals.


* Collaborate with injured employees and leaders to develop and implement return-to-work plans, including modified duties or accommodations as necessary.

o   Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies and be the main point of contact with absence management service provider and Disability insurance provider as well any government bodies.


* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and industry best practices related to workplace injuries management.



* Coordination and Communication:



* Act as the primary point of contact for employees, supervisors, and external stakeholders regarding absence and injury management.


* Work closely ...