MANAGER, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & SAFETY

Manager, Employee Benefits & Safety

Pay rate : $26.12- $31.50

Shift : Monday - Friday 8 : 30 am- 4 : 00 pm

Summary Of Duties

Responsible for supervision of the employee leave of absence process and workers' compensation self-insured program. Essential Functions / Responsibilities

Supervises the employee leave of absence and workers' compensation processes for the Agency. Supervises all New York State Disability claims, NYSPFL claims, long-term disability, no-fault, and supplemental short-term disability claims. Supervises the agency's workers' compensation program and exercises independent judgment in determining compensability of claims. Effectively communicates with employees regarding agency policies, their leave and expiration of their leave, supervisors, claims adjusters, medical providers, case managers, and legal counsel. Manages process related to work restrictions and transitional duty return to work program. Manages ADA process. Analyzes processes and procedures and suggests updated efficiencies. Manages the PTO buyback process. Complies with all Agency policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience. Excellent computer and analytical skills. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Detail oriented. Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, and compliance requirements : NYS Workers' Compensation / Disability, ADA, FMLA, PFL and HIPAA.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

Responsible for the supervision and development of the coordinator, benefits and safety team.

Why People Inc.?

When you join the People Inc. team, you can make a difference in the lives of people receiving services while also receiving outstanding benefits (generous PTO, PTO buyback, affordable insurances, tuition reimbursement, career mentoring, shift incentives and more), consistent schedules and the opportunity to help others move closer to their life goals and dreams. People Inc. is the regions most experienced provider of programs for people with developmental disabilities and other special needs. We understand that working one-on-one with people who have disabilities and helping them in all aspects of daily life takes someone who's dedicated, caring and compassionate that's how we treat our employees.