Must be within a commutable distance of the Oriskany, NY, Tampa, FL, Cary, NC, Aurora, IL, Bloomfield, CT, office location
In office once a month for meetings
Training - 8 - 10 weeks, M-F virtual (8 - 4pm) EST
Shift: 8 hour day + 1/2 hour lunch. Start time flexible from 7 - 9am EST.
Start Date: 03/2/2026
Key Responsibilities:
Manages assigned caseload of complex cases; applies specialized training/knowledge to the assessment of cases; provides technical insight and advice.
Reviews, records, and analyzes medical records and treatment plans data and compares duration control guidelines and clarifies functional inconsistencies
Provides recommendations to team regarding employee's current or potential functional abilities
Develops goal-focused return-to-work plans; addresses barriers for return to work
Facilitates communication between employee, physician and employer and partners with all parties to achieve a positive outcome
Follows established claim policies and practices to resolve claims issues
Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Required
Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology or Social Work;
if Registered Nurse will accept associate degree or higher with current RN state license. Must have 2+ years of experience in Psych (BSN Preferred)
2+ years of experience in inpatient or intensive outpatient or outpatient therapy in a clinical settingPreferred
Licensure in Clinical Psychology or Social Work
Disability insurance or workers compensation case management, private rehabilitation risk management, occupational health, or rehabilitation facility is highly preferred
Solid verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and critical-thinking skills
Deep and broad technical knowledge of medical conditions, prognosis, and treatment
Basic understanding of the disability contract, its key provisions, and the implication of those provisions
5+ years of experienceEqual Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.