Darren Ferleyko
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Staff Wellness
University of Calgary
07.2017 - Current
- Accountable for the operational leadership and strategic development of wellness programs for faculty and staff including ability management (internal sick leave, LTD, WCB, medical accommodations, early assistance), occupational health (audiometric, respiratory protection, immunizations, ergonomics), wellness promotion and crisis mental health support
Manager, Health and Wellness
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
01.2017 - 07.2017
- >Manage occupational and non-occupational disability claims under the Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance program and applicable Workers Compensation Acts
- >Collaborate with the Operations and HR teams to proactively engage and educate the workforce on health and wellness initiatives
- >Collaborate with the Operations, HSE, and HR teams to ensure effective fit for work programs(s) are in place to reduce new worker injury and illness
- >Manage and coordinate the modified work arrangement and return to work program
- >Manage and coordinate with key suppliers to ensure effective delivery of health and wellness support services
Manager, Disability Management and HR Advisor
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
09.2015 - 07.2017
- >Responsible for occupational and non-occupational disability programs for North America
- >Provide HR advisory support to D&D Oilfield Rentals and Savanna Well Servicing divisions
Team Lead, Disability Management
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
03.2013 - 08.2015
- >Accountable for managing occupational and non-occupational disability management program
Manager, Organizational Health Solutions
Morneau Shepell
06.2011 - 02.2013
- >Provide ongoing supervision and leadership to a team of Disability Case Managers ensuring effective, proactive case management processes and tools are consistently utilized, service standards and program objectives are met
Supervisor, Calgary Group Disability Claims
Manulife Financial
07.2008 - 06.2011
- >Provided supervision and leadership to a team of LTD Case Managers ensuring effective case management processes were consistently utilized, service standards and objectives were met
Disability Management Consultant
Marsh Canada Limited
02.2005 - 07.2008
- Provided proactive disability management solutions to various clients
- Responsibilities included outsourced workers' compensation claims management, adjudication and management of short term disability claims, development, design, training and implementation of workers' compensation and short term disability policies/programs
Case Manager
Workers Compensation Board - Alberta
09.1999 - 02.2005
- Provided compensation and disability management services to Alberta workers and employers including determination of appropriate benefit entitlement under the Workers' Compensation Act and Workers' Compensation Board - Alberta policy
- Developed and managed successful return to work plans by utilizing the appropriate medical and vocational resources
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Specializations in Human Resources and Rehabilitation
University of Calgary
01.1996
Skills
- Disability Program Oversight
- Workers Compensation Expertise
- Employee Health Monitoring
- Health Promotion
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director, Staff Wellness
University of Calgary
07.2017 - Current
Manager, Health and Wellness
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
01.2017 - 07.2017
Manager, Disability Management and HR Advisor
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
09.2015 - 07.2017
Team Lead, Disability Management
Savanna Energy Services Corp.
03.2013 - 08.2015
Manager, Organizational Health Solutions
Morneau Shepell
06.2011 - 02.2013
Supervisor, Calgary Group Disability Claims
Manulife Financial
07.2008 - 06.2011
Disability Management Consultant
Marsh Canada Limited
02.2005 - 07.2008
Case Manager
Workers Compensation Board - Alberta
09.1999 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Specializations in Human Resources and Rehabilitation
University of Calgary