Accommodations Specialist

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Were not just filling positions were building careers. At Emplify Health we care for our teams while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.

Emplify Health is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Accommodations Specialist to support our commitment to an inclusive accessible and compliant workplace. The Accommodations Specialist is responsible for managing and coordinating workplace accommodations for employees in compliance with federal state and local laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Major Responsibilities Include:

• Coordinate and manage the interactive process for employee accommodation requests.

• Assess accommodation needs and identify reasonable accommodations in collaboration with employees managers and healthcare providers.

• Ensure compliance with ADA FMLA and applicable state and local employment laws.

• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to accommodation requests and decisions.

• Create education and training around accommodation policies and process.

• Provide guidance and education to managers and employees on accommodation policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with Employee & Labor Relations leadership and Legal to address complex accommodation cases.

• Monitor accommodation program effectiveness and make adjustments as necessary.

• Stay current on changes in employment laws and best practices related to workplace accommodations.

• Support diversity equity and inclusion initiatives related to disability and accessibility.

Whats Available:

• 1.0 FTE

• Schedule: Monday-Friday Days typically 8:00am-5:00pm

• Location: Onsite in La Crosse WI

• Compensation: Starting at $27.50/hour with opportunity for higher pay based on relevant work experience

What Youll Need:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Psychology Social Work or a related field

• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in human resources employee relations disability management or a related area preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.

• At least 3 years experience managing workplace accommodations and knowledge of ADA and FMLA regulations.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• License/ Certification: Valid Drivers License Required and

  Professional HR certification (e.g. PHR SPHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP) or disability management certification (e.g. CDMS) Preferred

• Ability to work onsite in La Crosse WI required

In addition to the rewarding work youll receive:

• A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated

• Competitive Benefits: A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical Dental Life Ins HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member

• Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution

• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation sick and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need

• Professional Development:Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities our Tuition Investment Program and our Career Development Center

• Additional Employee Discounts and PerksOther benefits include a Wellness program with incentives employer-paid life insurance and AD&D optional short-term and long-term disability coverage an employee assistance program identity theft protection pet insurance Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program a discount program and more!

If you are looking to be a part of a stable and mission driven organization we welcome you to apply!

PRACTICES AND PROMOTES BEHAVIOR CONSISTENT WITH THE MISSION VISION AND VALUES:

Mission:Together we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring learning and innovating.
Vision:Leading with love we courageously commit to a future of healthy people and thriving communities.
Values:Belonging Respect Excellence Accountability Teamwork Humility

Emplify Health a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System is a leading not-for-profit patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota and Michigans Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position please contact or call .

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values belonging respect excellence accountability teamwork and humility our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer