Our team of specialists are engaged immediately following a workplace injury and work directly with the employer and the injured worker. We will review functional information to match the RTW program and ensure the injured worker recovers in a healthy & safe environment. We provide employers with accurate expectations of recovery time frames and the plan for return to work. We will aggressively pursue claims to ensure we have managed to the lowest common denominator, while reducing your rates.As trained Psychological Health & Safety Advisors, IMS Group has significant experience assisting employers to not only manage these complex claims by creating Psychological RTW plans, but also creating and implementing Mental Health Awareness programs to improve a healthy workplace culture. Our team have been certified by the Canadian Mental Health Association and are experienced at accessing appropriate programs and resources that will work for your company. Specialized Advisory Services• Create Psychological Return to Work plans to assist in complex mental health claims• Review & audit existing WCB accounts for potential relief of cost on a claim• Assist in identifying suitable and available modified work to ensure it aids in recovery.• Identify time frames and potential obstacles during recovery• Documentation and communication to ensure injury cases move towards closure. • Manage all WCB accounts.• Update accounts to correct industry codes.• Represent the Employer in appeals, when required.• Lower WCB claims costs and rates.• Keep injury classification minimized to strengthen financial bidding• Decrease days on modified duty and works to minimize lost time cases. Does your company need systems and processes for various safety & medical management requirements? Our group can develop company specific programs & documents to implement for your own management. Our team have experience developing plans and programs for small commercial business start-ups to mega projects across Canada and into the USA. We would be happy to meet with you to develop a custom made program that meets your needs.Available Programs Include:1) Health & Safety Management Systems2) Occupational Injury Management3) Psychological Injury RTW plans4) Return to Work Policy & Procedures5) On-Boarding Standard & Fit to Work Programs6) Medical Leave/Absenteeism Management"Our goal is to educate and mentor all stakeholders to ensure the proper care and recovery of the worker and to reduce the financial impact of workplace injuries to the employer."