Injury Prevention Specialist

Posted 10 days ago

dornWaterbury (CT)

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About the role

Part-Time Injury Prevention Specialist with Ergonomics Experience

Location: Danbury, CT

Compensation: $60 per hour USD

Start Date: Immediately

Hands-on Therapy 4-8 hours weekly, morning shifts are preferred.

Company Overview: DORN Companies is a leader in industrial injury prevention, ergonomics, and employee wellness, focused on reducing workplace injuries and improving human performance. We partner with clients across North America to deliver on-site and virtual services, including ergonomic assessments, job coaching, education, and training to drive a culture of safety and reduce musculoskeletal risks.

Why Join Us? Impact-Driven Work: Play a pivotal role in helping reduce workplace injuries and improve ergonomic safety. Flexible Schedule: Ideal for professionals looking to supplement their income with part-time or project-based work. Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience across diverse worksites, industries, and ergonomic challenges. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive network of professionals dedicated to occupational health and safety.

Job Summary: We are seeking a qualified Injury Prevention Specialist to support our client with proactive injury prevention services on-site. This position focuses exclusively on ergonomic risk analysis, job coaching, training, and reporting. The role is ideal for professionals with an ergonomics certification or relevant training in occupational health, kinesiology, human factors, or physical rehabilitation. You will conduct ergonomic evaluations, assess tasks for risk factors, support early intervention efforts, and coach employees on safer work practices. This role does not involve hands-on therapy—it's focused on observation, training, and behavior-based prevention strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform ergonomic risk assessments of job tasks and workstations
Coach employees on posture, movement strategies, and injury prevention
Provide 1-on-1 and group education to reinforce ergonomic best practices
Track trends in movement behaviors and discomfort to inform interventions
Communicate findings and recommendations to site safety teams
Document all observations and feedback using DORN systems
Maintain regular reports to DORN and client stakeholders

Qualifications:

Education and Certifications (one or more of the following):Bachelor's or Master's degree in Ergonomics, Kinesiology, Human Factors, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Ergonomics certifications preferred (e.g., CPE, CCPE, CEES, COES, REPA, or equivalent)
Additional credentials such as ATC, R.Kin/C.Kin, PTA, OTA, or experience in workplace wellness or return-to-work support also considered

Experience:

Minimum 2 years in a workplace ergonomics, human movement, or occupational health setting
Experience with physical job demands analysis and ergonomic data collection
Strong understanding of musculoskeletal injury risks and prevention strategies
Familiarity with manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial settings is a plus
Skills & Traits:
Strong interpersonal communication and coaching skills
Proactive problem-solver with ability to work independently
Attention to detail in documentation and reporting
Comfortable using digital tools (MS Office, ergonomic assessment software, etc.)Must carry or be willing to obtain professional liability insurance
Must pass background screening and adhere to client site requirements
Ready to Apply?
Join a mission-driven team committed to creating healthier, safer workplaces. If you're passionate about preventing injuries through proactive ergonomic solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

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