Vocational Case Manager
Liberty Mutual Group (Kansas City/Independence, Missouri)

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Description: Its hard to believe you can find a company thats dynamic and growing, yet has a history of stability since 1912. That expects you to take immediate responsibility - and helps you succeed by offering immediate support. A company that rewards superior efforts with opportunities for growth - in a collegial environment based on treating people with dignity and respect. And a company where you join an international team of professionals, sustaining a single mission of helping people live safer and more secure lives. Thats LIBERTY MUTUAL. Hard to believe? Just ask any one of us.

Liberty Mutual, Group Market is current hiring an experienced Vocational Case Manager to work in our Kansas City, MO office.

Job Description:
~ Review and analyze disability claims to identify potential candidates for Vocational Case Management Services.
~ Provide consultative service to clarify vocational information which assists Disability Claims Case Managers in making proper claim decisions.
~ Identify appropriate candidates for vocational rehabilitation services, and coordinate/direct the vocational rehabilitation plans for these individuals.
~ Provide training to claims personnel regarding the appropriate use of Vocational Case Management services in managing disability claims.
~ Requires thorough knowledge of all aspects of vocational rehabilitation and the medical/functional implications of disability.
~ Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive vocational assessments, occupational analyses, work site evaluations, job modifications, transferable skills analyses, and labor market surveys as these relate to developing and directing rehabilitation plans.
~ Understanding of group disability and medical contracts/policies as they relate to rehabilitation plan development.
~ Ability to synthesize pertinent facts in making accurate decisions regarding potential for success in a rehabilitation effort.
~ Knowledge of how a rehabilitation plan will interface with existing government and private benefits or policies.
~ Ability to resource the available agencies and vendors nationwide, and ability to render decisions about payment for services rendered. Qualifications: Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as solid organizational and analytical skills.

Requires thorough knowledge of all aspects of vocational rehabilitation and the medical/functional implications of disability. Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive vocational assessments, job analyses, work site evaluations, job modifications, transferable skills analyses, and labor market surveys as these relate to developing and directing rehabilitation plans.

Understanding of group disability and medical contracts/policies as they relate to rehabilitation plan development. Ability to synthesize pertinent facts in making accurate decisions regarding potential for success in a rehabilitation effort. Knowledge of how a rehabilitation plan will interface with existing government and private benefits or policies. Ability to resource the available agencies and vendors nationwide, and ability to render decisions about payment for services rendered. Requires Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (or related field), and national certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) &/or Certified Disability Management Specialist (CDMS) and at least 3 years experience in Vocational Rehabilitation desired. Experience working with disability products preferred.

Limited travel is required. Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: 401K and retirement plan, Accidental death & dismemberment insurance, Credit Union membership, Dental coverage, Dependent life insurance, Disability insurance, Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance, Employee life insurance, Long-term care insurance, Medical coverage, Paid time-off, Pay-for-Performance, Reimbursement accounts, Tuition reimbursement, Vision care coverage, and Work/Life resources. Job Location: Kansas City, MO Job Number: RUSALMUT1135-595867 Company URL: http://www.libertymutual.com Company Profile: About Liberty Mutual Group

Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2006 direct written premium. The Company also ranks 95th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2006 revenue. As of December 31, 2007, Liberty Mutual Group had $94.7 billion in consolidated assets, $82.3 billion in consolidated liabilities, and $25.9 billion in annual consolidated revenue.

Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, assumed reinsurance, fire and surety.

Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutual.com) employs over 40,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world.