This is a 5–6-month long contract, hybrid in the East Bay Area!
Required Skills & Experience :
- 5+ years of California leave administration experience
- Strong knowledge of ADA and reasonable accommodations
- Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)
- Exceptional patience, empathy, and communication skills
- Local to East Bay Area and available for onsite visits
Nice to Have Skills & Experience :
Experience with UNUM and TotalLeaves case management systemsFamiliarity with ergonomic assessments and vendor coordinationBackground in healthcare or residential care environmentsJob Description :
Insight Global is seeking a Leave Administrator for a healthcare client of ours in Berkeley, CA. We’re seeking a seasoned Leave of Absence Specialist to join our HR operations team on a 5 to 6 month contract. This role support employees within a network of 16 healthcare and residential facilities across the East Bay Area, with onsite visits 1–2 days per week. You’ll manage a high-volume caseload of employee leaves and workers’ comp claims, ensuring compliance, empathy, and precision every step of the way.
Responsibilities
Manage ~50 active leave cases and ~20 workers’ comp casesGuide employees through leave processes and vendor coordination (UNUM / TotalLeaves)Administer ADA accommodations and ensure complianceHandle benefit premium calculations and payroll coordinationComplete and submit workers’ comp forms to third-party vendorsMaintain accurate documentation and case trackingSupport ergonomic assessments and vendor recommendationsCollaborate with HR, payroll, and procurement teamsProvide onsite support across East Bay facilities (Berkeley, Oakland, etc.)