Human Resources Leave Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Human Resources Leave Specialist!

Franklin County, OH

Join our team!

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community-minded, forward-thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well-being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to their needed resources. We serve Southeastern and Central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services – working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. Our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

The Leave Specialist will oversee and administer leave requests and accommodations requiring specialized attention, particularly those arising under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local leave laws, and short-term or long-term disability plans.

The pay range for this position is $21.40- $25.05 per hour based on experience, education, and / or licensure.

Essential Functions :

• Communicates with employees regarding their needs for leave and / or modified work schedules. Ensures that employees are aware of their responsibilities and of any documentation and notice required to qualify for and to take leave.
• Handles the FMLA leave administration process from the employee’s initial notice of the need for leave to the return to work. This includes gathering and completing all required paperwork, determining leave eligibility, designating leave as FMLA-qualifying, requesting medical certification as needed, and accounting for intermittent and reduced schedule leave use.
• Maintains reasonable communication with employees on leave to facilitate smooth and timely return to work; relays communication between employees and their managers during leave within reason.
• Advises managers and employees on the interaction of leave laws with paid time off, workers’ compensation, and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Oversees the return-to-work process for employees returning from extended FMLA, workers’ compensation, or other leave(s).
• Facilitates other leave requests, which may include accommodation requests under the ADA.
• Administers other company time-off programs as assigned in accordance with internal policy and applicable laws.
• Drafts and / or recommends revisions to company leave policies to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Maintains complete and accurate records of leave and accommodation requests in accordance with specified legal requirements and documentation of best practices.
• Preserves the confidentiality of employee medical documentation and files.
• Maintains knowledge of all applicable leave and accommodation laws, including the FMLA, ADA, and state and local laws.
• Some travel is required in our service area
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications :

Extensive knowledge of the leave requirements and other legal protections afforded by the FMLA, ADA, and other applicable laws.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to use appropriate databases, spreadsheets, and other software.

Able to effectively communicate through verbal / written expression.

Must be able to operate in an Internet-based, automated office environment.

State of Ohio Driver’s License

Education :

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

An associate degree in human resources or a relevant field is required.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field preferred.

Two years of FMLA / ADA administration required.

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred.

Completion of specialized certification or training on FMLA / leave administration is a plus.

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Enjoy a great work environment with an excellent salary, generous paid time off, and a strong benefits package.

Benefits include :

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401K w / Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.

To learn more about our organization : https : / / ISBH.org /

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection

OUR VALUES

Dignity - We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope

Collaboration - We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve

Wellbeing - We celebrate one another's strengths, and we support one another in being well

Excellence - We demand high-quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team

Innovation - We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach towards what we know is possible

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.