Disability Benefits Specialist, CPP/QPP

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Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest — and it’s reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today.

The Disability Benefits Specialist, CPP/QPP is a key contributor to the evolution and excellence of our disability management operations. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating, supporting and advancing the integration of government disability benefit programs, including QPP and CPP, within the disability management process. Through expert guidance, financial analysis, and member advocacy, this role delivers meaningful outcomes for members while contributing to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and sustainable business results.

The role supports members through referrals, applications, appeals, benefit offsets and ongoing follow-up activities while ensuring accurate administration and positive member outcomes. The position serves as a key resource for internal stakeholders and contributes to operational efficiency, financial results and continuous improvement initiatives through the effective coordination of government disability benefit programs.

What You’ll Do:
 

Full management of QPP/CPP files following referral by the Disability Case Specialist (referrals, applications, follow-ups, appeals, decisions)

• Initiate the process and support plan members with their application
• Complete the required follow-ups and ensure the process is completed
• Communicate with plan members by phone and in writing to explain the impact of offsets
   

Advisory expertise for DCS, TLs and internal stakeholders

• Act as a subject matter expert for QPP and CPP files
• Provide expert guidance on complex cases and emerging practices related to government disability programs
• Contribute to knowledge sharing, process enhancements, and operational best practices across the organization
• Follow up on files
• Provide status updates
   

Financial analysis and application of offsets

• Determine the amount of the QPP/CPP retroactive payment
• Initiate recovery steps with QPP/CPP
• Communicate the impact of QPP/CPP approval to the plan member
• Enter the necessary information in the systems to ensure file continuity
• Ensure calculation accuracy and compliance with contracts
• Enter data into the systems to apply offsets
   

Relationships with external organizations and resolution of complex files             

• Call QPP/CPP to understand timelines and decisions
• Ensure that QPP/CPP has all the necessary information and documentation to make a decision, particularly in cases of refusal by QPP/CPP
• Process refusal decisions and support the insured person in initiating the appeal of the decision
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, member experience, and operational effectiveness
• Participate in initiatives that support innovation, quality, and the ongoing evolution of disability management practices 

What You Bring:

• Post-secondary diploma in administration, insurance, accounting, finance, or another related field
• 1-3 years of experience in disability management, group insurance, claims administration, finance, or a related field

• Experience in finance or accounting
• Professional written and verbal communication skills to successfully partner and influence various stakeholders including the claimant
• Strong organization and prioritization skills required to manage different type of tasks
• Excellent customer service and telephone skills with the ability to communicate complex and difficult information clearly with tact and sensitivity. At ease with both incoming and outgoing calls.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities and can work with minimum supervision.
• Strong knowledge of government disability benefit programs, including QPP and CPP, or the ability to develop expertise quickly in a specialized environment.
• Analytical ability and attention to detail
• Ability and confidence in explaining financial concepts
• Customer focus and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficient keyboarding and technical aptitude in Microsoft Office.
• Experience working with an electronic case management system, such as Fineos is considered an asset.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is required for this position.

What’s in It for You

• A purpose-driven organization dedicated to improving the well-being of Canadians.
• A comprehensive benefits plan, including health and dental coverage that is 100% employer paid from day one, plus wellness benefits, health resources, and fitness center discounts.
• A flexible work environment that supports work–life balance and empowers employees to thrive.
• Robust professional development opportunities, including leadership programs, ongoing learning, and career growth pathways.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your expertise is valued, your voice matters, and your contributions help shape our product strategy.
   

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Pay Range:

The Base Pay range may vary depending on the successful candidate or other relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and education/training. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Medavie employees may participate in various performance-based incentive programs. Payments under these programs are discretionary and subject to both individual and organizational results.  

We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs.  We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

While Medavie may use automated tools, including AI, to support application screening, candidates are expected to complete all recruitment interactions independently—without AI assistance—to ensure a fair and equitable process.

If you experience any technical issues throughout the application process, please email: Medavie.Recruitment@medavie.ca.