Industry Advancement Program | Workers Compensation Claims Representative Trainee | West Hills, CA (In-Office)

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a global industry leader where you can bring your big ideas to help solve problems for some of the world’s best brands?  

• Apply your knowledge and experience to adjudicate complex customer claims in the context of an energetic culture. 
• Deliver innovative customer-facing solutions to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the world’s most respected organizations. 
• Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service. 
• Leverage Sedgwick’s broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights. 
• Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career. 
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path. 
• Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. 

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for driven individuals that embody our caring counts model and core values that include empathy, accountability, collaboration, growth, and inclusion.

OFFICE LOCATIONS
West Hills, CA (Onsite)

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  To be oriented and trained as new industry professional with the ability to analyze workers compensation, general liability or disability claims and determine benefits due.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attendance and completion of designated classroom claims professional training program.
• Performs on-the-job training activities including:
  • Adjusting lost-time workers compensation claims under close supervision.  May be assigned medical only claims.
  • Adjusting low and mid-level liability and/or physical damage claims under close supervision.
  • Processing disability claims of minimal disability duration under close supervision.
  • Documenting claims files and properly coding claim activity.
  • Communicating claim action/processing with claimant and client.
  • Supporting other claims examiners and claims supervisors with larger or more complex claims as assigned.
• Participates in rotational assignments to provide temporary support for office needs.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred or equivalent experience as outlined below.

Experience
No experience required with college degree.  State license, self-insured certificate, WCCA/WCCP designation, or completion of the Sedgwick Claims Progression Program required without a degree.  Prior claims experience preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

TAKING CARE OF YOU

• Flexible work schedule. 
• Referral incentive program. 
• Career development and promotional growth opportunities. 
• A diverse and comprehensive benefits offering including medical, dental vision, 401K on day one.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:  Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

NOTE:  Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.