Vocational Case Manager I

Requisition Number: VOCAT011784

Posting Details

• Full-Time

Minneapolis, MN 55413, USA

Job Details

The Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC)/Vocational Case Manager provides vocational rehabilitation services and medical case management to individuals following a work place injury through coordination with client, insurer, physician, employer, attorney and others with the ultimate goal being the client’s timely return to gainful employment. The Vocational Case Manager interviews and evaluates the client to determine the degree of disability, eligibility and feasibility of vocational rehabilitation services. This position determines suitable job goals consistent with the clients’ interests, aptitudes and physical limitations; supporting the goals of the Case Management department, and of CorVel.

This is a Minnesota Field Case Management position requiring in person travel within the state of MN. Only candidates residing in MN will be considered.

Those with RN or OT licensure or education and training in vocational rehabilitation are encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule and carry out appointments with client, family, adjuster, medical providers, employer, attorney, vendors as necessary
• Complete forms according to industry requirements
• Prepare organized reports within a specified timeframe
• Document all case activity in files
• Complete ongoing educational requirements as required by certifying entities
• May be required to attend committee meetings, participate in customer service activities, present instructional programs, administer vocational testing and review results, perform on-site job analyses, provide expert testimony, job placement, oversee job seeking skills workshop and perform labor market research
• Additional duties as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Effective multi-tasking skills in a high-volume, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to interface with claims staff, attorneys, physicians and their representatives, and advisors/clients and coworkers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet designated deadlines
• Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Office including Excel spreadsheets
• Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and related experience in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field
• Qualified Rehabilitation Consultant (QRC) registration with the MN Department of Labor and Industry or ability to obtain
• Ability to obtain CRC or CDMS Certification
• Knowledge of Managed Care or Workers’ Compensation preferred
• Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation, RN or OT license or bilingual (Spanish) a plus

PAY RANGE:

CorVel uses a market based approach to pay and our salary ranges may vary depending on your location.  Pay rates are established taking into account the following factors:  federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, the geographic location differential, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, internal employee equity, and market conditions.  Our ranges may be modified at any time.

For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.) new hires may be slotted into a different level, either up or down, based on assessment during interview process taking into consideration experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.  The level may impact the salary range and these adjustments would be clarified during the offer process.

Pay Range:  $63,739 – $95,264

A list of our benefit offerings can be found on our CorVel website:
CorVel Careers | Opportunities in Risk Management

In general, our opportunities will be posted for up to 1 year from date of posting, or until we have selected candidate(s) to fulfill the opening, whichever comes first.