HR DEPT - REGION MANAGER DISABILITY PREVENTION & MANAGEMENT at Omaha

Basic Purpose of Job:

Lead and manage the development and delivery of Disability Prevention and Management (DPM) programs and services for assigned region. Consult with Operating Department region management team in the development of both strategic and tactical DPM plans designed to improve key business objectives including safety, manpower utilization, and lost work days. Ensure the development and implementation of effective case management plans to facilitate the safe and timely return to work of Union Pacific employees following injury/illness incidents. Supervise assigned staff

Work Location: This position will lead and manage disability management services for the Union Pacific Southern Operating Region. The business plan is to locate the position at a major operating/workforce location on the UP Southern Region network. Major work locations under consideration include Dallas/Ft Worth, Houston/Spring, or North Little Rock. Preference of the successful candidate will be considered in selecting the work location. 

Reporting Line: The Diability Prevention and Management business group reports through the Health and Medical organization in the UP Human Resources Department. The position is a direct report to the Director Disability Prevention & Management who in turn reports to the AVP Health and Medical. Online applications are accepted from both internal and external candidates through June 14, 2013. 

Job Requirements: Certified Rehabilitation Counselor certification and completion of a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, Disability Management, or a closely aligned field are requirements for an applicant to receive further consideration.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage Disability Prevention Services at region level. Develop effective consultative relationships with Operating management team in assigned region. Develop plans and customized solutions to impact key business objectives at region level including safety, manpower utilization, and lost work days.

• Lead and manage the Medical Quality Assurance Program (MQA) at region level. (The MQA monitors and evaluates efficacy of medical care programs administered on-duty injured employees.) Direct selection and training of nurse contractors assigned to region. Design and implement process improvements in the MQA process in collaboration with the Director Disability Prevention and Management.

• Lead and manage the Return to Work Program (RTW) at region level. Direct selection, development, and ongoing supervision of Program Managers RTW assigned to region. Train and monitor performance of Occupational Health Nurses who administer RTW services for off-duty injured or ill employees. Authorize TPW expenditures that exceed 30 days in length.

• Lead and manage Disability Management Services at region level. Consult and provide effective case management for region disability cases. Conduct job analyses as needed to identify essential, functional requirement of positions; identify reasonable accommodation opportunities and provide education to managers regarding American with Disabilities Act legislative requirements and the accommodation process.

• Evaluate case management plans and services furnished by the Network Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (NVRC). Assist NVRC in vocational plan development. Furnish ongoing monitoring and assessment of timeliness and quality of services provided.

• Manage budget performance for the assigned region including Temporary Productive work plans which exceed 30 days; travel budget, S2R budget, and NVRC bill audits.

• Collaborate with the Director Disability Prevention and Management in the continuous improvement of programs, process, and systems for Disability Prevention and Management organization. Identify opportunities and solutions to help drive effectiveness measures, productivity, and budget savings.

 RequirementsRequired Education, Training, Experience or Skills:

• A Bachelor of Science degree or other Bachelor level degree.

• A post-graduate degree (MBA, JD, etc..) or higher in Rehabilitation Counseling, Disability Management, or closely aligned field.

• Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Preferred Education, Training, Experience or Skills:

• 5 year(s) experience / knowledge in claims including litigation support, responding to depositions, courtroom testimony, and/or application of FELA in disability case management.

• 5 year(s) experience / knowledge in EEO including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and reasonable accommodation process.

• 5 year(s) experience / knowledge of the following laws including FELA, ADA, and RRB disability criteria as they impact return to work and reasonable accommodation processes.

• 5 year(s) experience / knowledge managing people including direct supevision of medical professionals, nurses, and rehabilitation counselors.

• 5 year(s) experience / knowledge of the Railroad industry including major agreement workforce job titles, essential job functions, and/or industry safety standards for safety sensitive job titles.

• 1 year(s) experience / knowledge of the following Union Pacific systems specifically using SAP for data inquiries or using SAP business unit applications.

• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficient communication skills including both business writing and business presentation skills.

• Basic Microsoft Suite skills including Word, Excel, and Power Point applications.

• Proficient project management skills including development and execution of project action plans.

• Certified Case Manager

• Certified Disability Management Specialist

Country: USA, State: Nebraska, City: Omaha, Company: Union Pacific Railroad.