Under the supervision of the Director - Benefits, the Sr. Benefits Analyst - Integrated Disability Management is responsible for consulting on compliance and regulatory standards related to all aspects of Disability Management, including FMLA, ADA, and coordinating employees' return to work. Conducts assessments using case management skills to monitor and evaluate employees with work restrictions. Establishes and facilitates communication with individuals, departments, business units, insurance carriers, workers' compensation administrators, and others who play an integral role in the Integrated Disability Management System (IDMS). Works closely with the Manager - Integrated Disability Management and the Corporate Benefits Team to provide support as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Health & Wellness, or a related field required; OR seven (7) years of leave administration experience in lieu of a degree.
- Healthcare benefits experience preferred.
- Minimum of five (5) years of applicable experience in human resources, business operations, or management required.
- Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of disability management, leave administration, and return-to-work programs.
- Strong knowledge of applicable federal and state leave laws and regulations, including HIPAA, FMLA, ERISA, USERRA, ADAAA, etc.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Strong verbal, written, and active listening communication skills.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to identify and implement process improvements.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Strong interpersonal, coaching, and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated relationship-building skills.
- Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information.
- Ability to effectively build relationships and work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization.
- Effective presentation and public speaking skills, including the ability to deliver training to various groups.
Certifications/Licensures- PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
