Leave Specialist
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Job Location:
Danbury, CT - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 25 - 47
Posted on:
Yesterday
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:
The Leave Specialist serves as a liaison and day-to-day contact for third- party leave administrations employees managers and HR Business Partner during the lifecycle of an employees leave of absence. These leave types include short term disability NY Covid Sick Leave Nuvance Healths Covid Sick Leave Paid Family Leave Family Medical Leave Workers Compensation and Personal Leaves of Absence. Supports Nuvance Healths achievement of desired competitive plan offerings as well as other system goals and initiatives. Contributes to compensation and benefits programs to enhance Nuvance Healths ability to recruit motivate and retain talented employees.
Responsibilities:
the processing of all Leaves of Absence (LOA) according to Nuvance Healths Leave of Absence policies union contracts and all applicable federal and state laws such as ADA FMLA a thorough understanding of company policies to ensure accurate fair and consistent policy provisions.
2. Intakes employee questions/concerns regarding leaves of absence benefits HR policy and program administration in a friendly supportive and responsive manner. Partner with employees manager HRBP and leave of absence vendor on complex issues or concerns.
3. Serves as the main point of contact for employees regarding LOAs for Nuvance Health and all affiliates communicating LOA policy rights and benefit coordination with employees.
4. Provides information to managers and employees on LOA procedures and policies. Informs managers and employees of leave payroll processing matters.
5. Manages lifecycle of individual disability related medical and pregnancy accommodations.
6. Serves as a liaison with third-party leave and workers compensation administrators Employee Health the employees manager employees HR Business Partner for the effective processing of the leave lifecycle.
7. Assists in the coordination of the Workers Compensation Case Management Program to help ensure an injured employee receives medical care in a timely and cost effective manner and to facilitate the employees earliest return to work.
8. Receives processes and approves bi-weekly payroll files from third-party administrator with appropriate allocation of Paid Time Off/Approved Leave Bank/COVID Sick Pay for timely and accurate payroll processing.
9. Manage timecard for employees out on NY Covid Sick Pay and nonunion employees out on a continuous leave of absence (STD FMLA PFL etc.)
of shared LOA/ADA inboxes and phone line.
11. Assists with accurate reporting and compliance for all applicable laws and regulations regarding federal and state leaves.
12. Keeps abreast of legislative changes. Proactively raises potential concerns to Total Rewards leaders and recommend changes to processes where applicable.
13. Maintain and Model Nuvance Health Values.
14. Demonstrates regular reliable and predictable attendance.
15. Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements:
- 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 managementsystems.
- PREFER: Experience with Infor Lawson and/or other HR Information SystemsPREFER: FMLA Compliance and/or ADA/ADAAA Certification
License Registration or Certification Requirements:
- 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: Little or no manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Little or no potential for 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.
