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Gundersen Health System · 1 day ago

Leave Benefits Specialist

Gundersen Health System is a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network dedicated to providing exceptional care. They are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Leave Benefits Specialist to manage employee leave programs, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide guidance to employees and leaders with empathy and accuracy.

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Responsibilities

Communicate with employees regarding their leave needs, ensuring they understand their responsibilities and the documentation required for leave eligibility
Respond to HR Service Center tickets by providing timely, accurate guidance and resolution on leave-related inquiries
Administer the leave process from initial notice through return to work, including gathering necessary paperwork, determining eligibility, and managing medical certifications
Adjudicate leave request in accordance with applicable leave laws
Maintain regular communication with employees on leave to facilitate a smooth transition back to work and relay relevant information between employees and their managers
Advise leaders and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off, workers' compensation, and disability benefits
Monitor and track all leave types in the organization’s systems, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Audit leave records for accuracy and compliance within company policies and applicable laws
Educate employees and managers on leave policies and procedures
Executes all job duties with a high-level of customer service and empathy toward employees accessing their leave benefits
Partner with Employee Health and HR Business Partners to manage complex leave cases

Qualification

FMLA knowledgeADA knowledgeLeave administrationHRIS systemsMicrosoft Office SuiteEmpathyIndependenceCommunication skills

Required

Education: Associate degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in leave administration or human resources
Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience
Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, short-term and long-term disability, state leave programs, USERRA and related regulations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, UKG) and HR Service Center tickets
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Pet insurance
Generous retirement contribution
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Generous PTO
Paid holidays
Tuition Invest Program (up to $3,000 per year)
Access to hundreds of internal courses
Career Development Center
Inclusive celebration program
Unconscious Bias Training
Patient Care resources
18% discount on your Verizon data plan
20% discount on Gundersen services not covered by insurance

Company

Gundersen Health System

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Gundersen Health System provides quality health services through a comprehensive health network.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jeff Thompson, MD
Author, Speaker, Pediatrician, CEO Emeritus
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Andrea Hauser
Chief Nursing Officer
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