Intern Health and Safety

**This is a temporary position starting in May and ending in August, 2025.**

SUMMARY:

Responsible for daily administration of all Workplace Safety and Insurance Board Claims (WSIB), including the data entering of all preliminary information regarding employee accidents into the Parklane system and responding to inquiries about claims. Represents the Company's interests through written correspondence to WSIB and gathers information regarding objections to claims.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Open and distribute the department mail.

- Contacts WSIB to obtain claim numbers and decisions.

- Ensures all department filing is updated.

- Reviews accident investigations, ensures all necessary information is current, follows-up with the store to obtain necessary information.

- Ensures all required forms are completed in a timely manner and sent to WSIB.

- Contacts the worker to set up immediate modified Return to Work programs.

- Prepares correspondence to WSIB regarding worker's objection to immediate accommodation.

- Writes letters to WSIB regarding objection or request for Second Injury and Enhancement Fund (SIEF).

- Respond to claims inquiries from all levels including store management, injured workers, HR staff and WSIB staff.

- Completes WSIB requested employer reports.

- Maintains contact with WSIB regarding letters of objection.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- College study (2 years) in a relevant field

- Strong communication skills

- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office

- General H.R. knowledge, especially Workers Compensation and WSIB legislation