Absence Management Specialist

Centene Corporation • Northampton, MA

4d • Remote

About The Position

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you’ll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility. Position Purpose: Supports employees and managers throughout the leave process, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Absence Management Specialist position is fully remote. Candidates will be considered nationally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Leave Management, Disability Studies, Benefits, or related field or equivalent experience required.
• 1+ years of human resources experience.
• 2+ years of experience in Human Resources, leave management, disability programs, or benefits administration required.
• Basic knowledge of absence management related concepts and practices, including FMLA and ADAAA compliance.
• Experience in HRIS systems, particularly related to HRMS, disability and payroll systems preferred.
• Exposure to Workday preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with disability vendors to administer and manage leave programs, including sick leave, vacation, disability, and FMLA.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and company-specific regulations such as FMLA, ADA, and other labor laws.
• Stay current on legislative updates and apply them effectively.
• Review, approve, and process leave requests while maintaining accurate records in HR systems.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers, providing clear guidance on leave policies, procedures, and case status updates.
• Interpret and explain state laws, federal guidelines, and company policies in both verbal and written formats to ensure clarity and compliance.
• Partner with HR, Payroll, and Benefits teams to facilitate smooth transitions for employees returning from leave.
• Advise employees and management on leave entitlements and best practices, acting as a trusted resource for policy interpretation.
• Identify and address errors or misguidance from case managers, escalating concerns to vendors for resolution.
• Analyze reports, system data, and company policies to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Protect sensitive employee information in compliance with privacy and regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules.
• Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status.
• Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives.
• Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees