Leave Administrator

The Leave of Absence Administrator will oversee and administer leave of absence requests, accommodations requiring specialized attention, and work incidents/injuries. The Administrator is the subject matter expert on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), state and local leave laws, and short-term or long-term disability plans.

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required

Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of leave of absence administration experience required
• 1 - 2 years of workers compensation experience required
• 1 - 2 years of benefits administration experience preferred
• Workday experience preferred
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred
• Completion of a specialized certification or training on FMLA/leave administration is a plus

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the leave requirements and legal protections afforded by the FMLA, ADA, PWFA and other applicable laws.
• Benefits knowledge related to short-term and long-term disability plans as well as PTO plans
• Ability to problem solve, multi-task, and adapt quickly to change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

• Works in a variety of settings and office environments

Physical and Mental Effort:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Transportation:

• Reliable transportation with valid and current auto insurance.

Essential Functions:

• Communicates with employees regarding their needs for leave, modified work schedules, or work accommodations. Ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take leave.
• Handles the leave administration process from the employee's initial notice to the return to work. Partners with the third-party leave administrator to complete all required paperwork, assisting with leave eligibility and designating leave as FMLA or ADA-qualifying, requesting medical certification as needed, and accounting for intermittent and reduced schedule leave use.
• Maintains reasonable communication with employees on leave to facilitate smooth and timely return to work; relays communication between employees and their managers during leave within reason.
• Advises managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off, workers' compensation, and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of leave and accommodation requests in accordance with specified legal requirements and documentation of best practices.
• Recommends revisions to company leave policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Maintains the Leave of Absence ticketing system
• Manage workers' compensation policies and ensure work incidents and injuries are responded to timely and documented accurately
• Assists with benefits administration as needed including time off and sick leave, completing documents required by third party administrators, benefits continuation processes for employees on leave and open enrollment
• Preserves confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files.
• Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Traditions Health is highly invested in not only your overall health, but also your future. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our employees. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness
• Employee Assistant Program
• Generous PTO (that increases with your tenure)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Mileage reimbursement
• Continuing education opportunities

Traditions' Health aspires to maintain a market competitive, internally equitable, and performance-based rewards program in order to attract, retain, and motivate employees. This philosophy includes to pay commensurate with experience, skills, competencies, and individual performance.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Traditions Health is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination of any kind based on race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally protected characteristic.