Voc Rehab Consultant

Aflac

. Assess claimants' education, training, and work experiences .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeWindsor • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing vocational rehabilitation plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with various stakeholders to facilitate return-to-work programs. Proficient in managing vocational rehabilitation networks and ensuring effective communication among claimants, employers, and medical providers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

LTD Claims Analyst ExperienceCertified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)Vocational Rehabilitation Work ExperienceWindows and Vocational Software ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Vocational AssessmentReturn-to-Work Program DevelopmentCost-Effective Plan ImplementationErgonomic AssessmentVocational Rehabilitation Case Advisement

Soft Skills

Organization SkillsTime Management SkillsMotivational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)CDMS CertificationCCM CertificationCVE Specialist Certification

Industry Keywords

Vocational RehabilitationLTD ClaimsSTD ClaimsADAAA AccommodationsClaim Prevention

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess claimants' education, training, and work experiences
Identify vocational assets, alternate occupations, and worksite or duty modifications to prevent or minimize disability claims
Develop and implement comprehensive reemployment and vocational rehabilitation plans
Collaborate with employers to retain or return employees to work
Initiate claim prevention, intervention, and return-to-work programs for employers
Develop, document, and implement cost-effective return-to-work or retraining plans addressing medical, vocational, and psychosocial components
Communicate with claimants, employers, medical treatment providers, outside rehabilitation counselors, and other carriers
Motivate claimants and employers to participate in light-duty or rehabilitation programs
Manage a nationwide network of vocational rehabilitation providers
Ensure cost containment and effective utilization of vendors and accommodation expenses
Perform vocational assessments and maintain communication with case managers, providers, clinicians, and employers
Evaluate restrictions, limitations, functional abilities, and vocational data to assess alternative work options and employability
Support an ergonomic stay-at-work program
Conduct vocational rehabilitation case advisement for LTD and applicable STD claims
Partner with STD and LTD claim managers and clinicians on return-to-work opportunities
Serve as a subject matter expert to claim staff on ADAAA accommodations
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

LTD Claims Analyst experience
Windows and vocational software proficiency
Strong communication skills
Organization and time management skills
Bachelor's Degree in healthcare or a related field
Master's Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC)
3-5 years of vocational rehab work experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Travel less than or equal to 25%
Preferred: 2+ years of LTD/STD experience as a rehabilitation consultant
Preferred: Certification in ergonomic assessment
Preferred: CDMS, CCM, or CVE Specialist certification

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
Health care flexible spending
Dependent care flexible spending
Aflac supplemental Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity policies at no cost to employees
401(k) plans
Annual bonuses
Opportunity to purchase company stock
11 paid holidays annually
Up to 20 days PTO to be used for any reason
State-mandated sick leave, if eligible
Other leaves of absence, if eligible, including adoption and parental leave
Remote work from home within the continental US
Advance notice for occasional office visits based on business need