UNION CONSTRUCTION WORKERS' COMPENSATION PROGRAM--UCWCP
In 1996, the Board of Trustees of the Union Construction Workers' Compensation Program selected Wilson-McShane Corporation to develop and administer this negotiated workers' compensation program, the only one of its kind in Minnesota.
UCWCP CONTACT INFORMATION
Union Construction Workers' Compensation Program
Administered by Wilson-McShane Corporation
3001 Metro Drive, Suite 500
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: (952) 851-5943 or (218) 298-6010
Email: [email protected]
CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE coverage for workers’ compensation is required to be provided to the program annually upon renewal. Please send certificates to:
[email protected]
The program's UNION EMPLOYEE’S GUIDE is required to be provided to all union employees annually. You may download a PDF of the brochure available in English and Spanish:
English Union Employee's Guide
Spanish Union Employee's Guide
Or for FREE glossy printed brochures, please send a request with the number needed and the name and address to whom the brochures should be sent to:
[email protected]
UCWCP STAFF BIOGRAPHIES
Ames Gascoigne: Dispute Resolution Coordinator
Ames Gascoigne is the Dispute Resolution Coordinator for the UCWCP and coordinates all matters associated with the Program’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) services: Facilitation, Mediation and Arbitration. His prompt response to inquiries and authority to intervene in disputes assists the parties in resolution while ensuring the confidentiality of information. Ames has demonstrated influence and ability gathering relevant information to assist individuals in reaching satisfactory agreements and solutions.
Ames has been with Wilson-McShane Corporation since 2015 and has over 10 years of experience with client service and dispute resolution. He believes the cooperative structure of the Program and it’s Rules and Regulations combine to ensure claim disputes proceed smoothly and efficiently toward an ideal resolution.
Christina Burrell: Program Support Specialist
Christina Burrell serves as the Program Support Specialist for the UCWCP, where she promotes Program services through outreach and provides support and guidance on utilizing Program resources. She analyzes data and trends to ensure that necessary services are available and accessible to members, helping to develop additional training and resource opportunities. Christina manages the Exclusive Provider Organization medical network, ensuring the accuracy of information and maintaining access to medical providers throughout Minnesota for injured Union members.
In addition to ensuring the availability of services, training and resources, Christina oversees the Program's financial operations and communication efforts.
Maryza Merino: Business Operations
Maryza Merino is the Director of Business Operations for Wilson-McShane Corporation managing all UCWCP support functions that serve the needs of participating union members, employers, and sponsors. She and her team are vital to the daily operation of the Program.
Maryza has a wide-range of expertise including management of the Program’s database, preparing reports for Trustees, union trades, contractors, insurance companies and insurance brokers, Program marketing design, website updates, audit and payroll verification and other items as needed.
