Medical Accommodation Consultant

The Opportunity

The Public Service Commission is seeking an analytical, resourceful, detail-oriented medical accommodation expert to join us as a Medical AccommodationConsultant in the Employee Wellbeing and Inclusion Branch. As part of a dedicated team of medical accommodation experts, you will work collaboratively with ministry partners to develop plans to assist employees to safely stay at work or return to work across executive government.

Provide consulting services and guidance to managers on employee accommodation, ensuring a consistent approach to supporting employees through illness or injury.

Support managers in gathering and reviewing medical information to determine accommodation requirements; create accommodation and return-to-work plans.

Attend accommodation meetings with managers and employees when required to facilitate planning and resolution.

Build client knowledge of legislation, policies, and processes related to employment accommodation.

Participate in implementing corporate strategies on workplace accommodation within the Government of Saskatchewan Public Service.

Champion corporate direction on employee accommodation and promote employee wellness programs.

Contribute to the development and implementation of programs, policies, resources, tools, and training related to accommodation and disability management.

Research and monitor best practices, human resource trends, and issues to maintain expertise in accommodation and disability management.

Communicate effectively in verbal and written formats to provide clear advice and recommendations.

Job Capabilities

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Typically, the knowledge and experience required to achieve the above is obtained through:
• A bachelor’s degree specializing in human resource management or disability and/or community vocational rehabilitation diploma or with demonstrated progressive work experience in the areas listed above.
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.

Job Skills

Communication (Level C)

Critical Thinking (Level C)

Digital Skills (Level B)

Interacting with Others (Level C)

Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)

Managing Self (Level C)

Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Data Literacy (Level C)

Influence (Level C)

Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.