Accommodations Specialist
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Job Location:
Danbury, CT - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 25 - 47
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
At Nuvance Health we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed respected and supported. Together we are a team of 15000 strong hearts and open minds. If you share our values of connected personal agile and imaginative we invite you to discover whats possible for you and your career.
Summary:
Responsible for administering and coordinating employee leave of absence and accommodation requests and serves as a liaison and day-to-day contact for third- party leave administrations employees managers Employee Health Services and HR Business Partner during the lifecycle of an employeeï½s leave and/or accommodation. The role ensures compliance with applicable laws and internal policies while supporting employees and leaders through the leave and accommodation process.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the subject matter expert on leave and accommodation policies including FMLA ADA USERRA and state-specific regulations.
- Administer and manage leave and workplace accommodation requests.
- Serves as the main point of contact for employees regarding LOAï½s for Nuvance Health and all affiliates communicating LOA policy rights and benefit coordination with employees.
- Provides information to managers and employees on LOA procedures and policies. Informs managers and employees of leave payroll processing matters.
- Manages lifecycle of individual disability related medical and pregnancy accommodations.
- Collaborate with Workersï½ Compensation and Employee Health Services teams to coordinate accommodations and return-to-work plans.
- Act as liaison between employees leadership medical providers and third-party administrators.
- Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA and employee privacy standards.
- Conduct interactive processes for ADA and religious accommodations.
- Advise managers and employees on eligibility documentation and return-to-work procedures.
- Analyze leave data and trends; prepare reports and conduct audits.
- Provide training and guidance to HR and leadership on leave and accommodation practices.
- Ensure consistent application of policies across departments.
- Management of shared LOA/ADA inboxes and phone line.
- Assists with accurate reporting and compliance for all applicable laws and regulations regarding federal and state leaves.
- Keeps abreast of legislative changes. Proactively raises potential concerns to Total Rewards leaders and recommend changes to processes where applicable.
- Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Values.
- Demonstrates regular reliable and predictable attendance.
- Performs other duties as required
Education Skills Experience
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of experience in human resources or similar confidential setting.
- FMLA and ADA/ADAAA experience required
- Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint required.
- Must possess strong organizational skills and detail orientation.
- Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion and work in a team setting.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Must be able to work independently and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities.
- Strong customer service skillset.
- Knowledge of data management systems.
- PREFER: Experience with Infor Lawson and/or other HR Information Systems
- PREFER: FMLA Compliance and/or ADA/ADAAA Certification
With strong hearts and open minds were pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities advance your career with Nuvance Health!
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions
Company: Nuvance Health
Org Unit: 1788
Department: Total Rewards
Exempt: Yes
Salary Range: $25.70 - $47.72 Hourly
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Crane
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
About Company
Our hospitals, medical practice and care centers are located throughout New York’s Hudson Valley and Western Connecticut. At every location, you’ll find excellent convenient care, a personalized approach, a connected team, and access to our network of doctors. Find care now.
