Vocational Specialist
About Managed Care Network, Inc.
Managed Care Network, Inc. is a boutique workers’ compensation, auto, and disability managed care firm built on a simple premise: provide multi-disciplinary expertise for claims teams, promote our customers’ success and outcomes with a high-touch, high-quality business model. For over 30 years, Managed Care Network has delivered premium nurse case management, Prior Authorization Requests, Utilization Review, medical bill review, enhanced specialty bill review services, Smart Pharmacy oversight, and proprietary cost mitigation solutions to self-insured employers, carriers, and third-party administrators across New York State and beyond.
We are a small, high-performing team. Every role here matters. Every person contributes directly to outcomes.
The Opportunity - Vocational Specialist
The Vocational Specialist is responsible for conducting comprehensive labor market and vocational research to identify suitable employment opportunities for individuals with documented physical, functional, or vocational limitations. This role supports return-to-work and employability outcomes through objective analysis of labor market conditions, individual capabilities, and job requirements.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Conduct local and regional labor market research to identify suitable employment opportunities based on an individual’s skills, experience, physical abilities, and location.
Identify and evaluate targeted job leads for appropriateness, feasibility, availability, wages, and hiring requirements through employer contact and labor market data.
Review individual work history, education, training, and transferable skills to assess employability and return to work potential.
Review and evaluate job search logs and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness.
Conduct independent research and employer contacts to verify reported job search activities and hiring practices.
Prepare clear, accurate written reports summarizing labor market research, employer contacts, job analyses, and job search verification findings.
Collaborate with vocational, medical, legal, claims, and employment professionals.
Communicate professionally with employers while maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
Utilize online resources and databases, including social media when appropriate, to support vocational research.
Qualifications:
Background in Vocational Rehabilitation, Human Resources or Staffing is preferred.
CRC/CVE preferred.
Excellent Computer Skills, including Microsoft Office – Word, Outlook and Excel
Analytical and researching skills
Excellent reading, writing and verbal communication skills
Job Type: Full-Time Exempt
Pay: $40,000 - $50,000 per year
Location: Hybrid or Remote. Some on-site work required, 3000 Alt Blvd. Grand Island, NY 14072
Interested in Applying: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to HR@managedcarenetwork.com
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Managed Care Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All inquiries are held in strict confidence.an overview of the position here.
