Return to Work Specialist (C)

Please note this recruitment has been extended. New closing date is July 15 2026 at 4:30pm.

All applications must be submitted

online. If you would like application assistance our office hours are Monday

through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Our office is located at 4400 Ladoga Ave. Lakewood CA 90713.

The eligibility list is being

created to fill current and future vacancies as they occur.

All notices for this recruitment

will be sent via email.

JOB SUMMARY

The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class. This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

Coordinate and implement the Districts Return to Work program to facilitate the early return to work of employees; assure compliance with applicable laws codes rules and regulations; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. E
Analyze circumstances of claims injury records and medical evaluations; assure prompt delivery of medical and financial services and the return of injured workers to safe and productive employment as soon as possible. E
Consult with medical professionals regarding employee injuries medical treatments disability management therapy requirements length of recuperation work restrictions and special accommodations to assist employees return to work. E
Develop individual employee return to work plans; arrange for appropriate medical vocation and work capacity assessments; schedule Americans with Disabilities (ADA) meetings with employees; identify other support services that may assist employees including counseling and community organizations. E
Serve as a District point of contact for accommodation efforts in cases involving occupational injury; assure job search is conducted light duty identified and various avenues of placement are explored. E
Confer with appropriate departments to find suitable positions within doctor restrictions; identify limited or light duty transitional positions and alternate duties for employees who can work while recovering under a physicians care; obtain necessary medical data to make decisions regarding return-to-work and placement. E
Assure elements of individual employee plans are in place such as specialized equipment assistive technology and other job modifications; track employee placements and monitor employee activities to assess progress and assure
compliance with Return to Work restrictions. E
Communicate with District personnel rehabilitation counselors Third Party Administrators claims examiners attorneys investigators medical personnel and other outside agencies to exchange information resolve issues or concerns and coordinate activities. E
Develop a variety of narrative and statistical reports; evaluate program costs and trends and the overall effectiveness of program operations; prepare reports regarding workers compensation issues for use in collective bargaining activities. E
Establish and maintain a variety of auditable records and files related to assigned activities; purge records and files in accordance with established procedures and regulations. E
Compose a variety of correspondence including forms letters memoranda special projects legal documents and other materials; develop a Return to Work program manual for District-wide distribution. E
Conduct Return to Work trainings and workshops for District employees to enhance the quality and visibility of the Districts Return to Work program. E
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to visit sites and employees. E
Attend a variety of meetings and conferences to maintain current knowledge of current legislation regarding Workers Compensation and Return to Work issues; prepare and deliver oral presentations as requested; represent the District at employee disciplinary and grievance hearings as necessary. E
Train and provide work direction and guidance to technical and clerical personnel as assigned.
Provide assistance in other areas of Workers Compensation division operations and activities as needed.

Note: At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification. This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Knowledge of:

Methods practices and procedures used in Return to Work programs.
Principles of disability management.
Regulatory agencies governing workers compensation insurance.
Applicable laws codes rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
Workers Compensation benefit systems.
Vocational rehabilitation and related practices.
District policies and procedures relating to processing Workers Compensation claims.
Legal and medical terminology related to Workers Compensation and federal regulations.
Research methods and report writing techniques.
Record-keeping techniques.
Public speaking techniques.
Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills.
Correct English usage grammar spelling punctuation and vocabulary.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.

Ability to:

Coordinate and implement the Districts Return to Work program to facilitate the early return to work of employees.
Interpret apply and explain applicable laws codes rules and regulations.
Explain Workers Compensation coverage and benefits to employees.
Establish and maintain comprehensive records and prepare reports.
Analyze facts information and data.
Understand and work within scope of authority.
Compose written correspondence independently.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Meet schedules and timelines.
Plan and organize work.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Work independently with little direction.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations.

Education and Training:

Bachelors degree including coursework in Workers Compensation or a closely related field.

Experience:

Two years of experience involving the implementation of Return to Work or Workers Compensation programs.

Any other combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired skills knowledge or abilities may be considered.

Certification as a Certified Return to Work Coordinator is highly preferred.

Positions in this classification require the use of a personal automobile and possession of a valid California Class C drivers license at the time of appointment.

If you have questions regarding your

applications or the recruitment process you may contact:

or .

Nondiscrimination

Statement: The Long

Beach Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination harassment

(including sexual harassment) intimidation or bullying targeted at any

student or employee by anyone based on the student or employees actual or

perceived race color ancestry nationality national origin immigration

status ethnic group identification ethnicity age religion marital status

pregnancy and related conditions parental status physical or mental

disability medical condition sex sexual orientation gender gender

identity gender expression or genetic information or association with a

person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

For questions or complaints contact

Equity Compliance Officer: Steve Rockenbach Director of Employee

Relations1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815

and Title IX Coordinator: Kimberly Dalton Director

of Human Resource Services 1515 Hughes Way Long Beach CA 90815

and 504 Coordinator: Jenny R. Acosta

Program Administrator 2221 Argonne Ave LB 90815

.

If you have questions regarding your

applications or the recruitment process you may contact:

or .

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

The examination process for this recruitment may be

comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the

applicants training background and experience; evaluation of responses on a

supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral

examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination scored on

a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be

invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who

pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility

list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive

examinations.