Benefits Coordinator

LITTLE CITY FOUNDATION•Palatine, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that employee benefits, Workers’ Compensation, and all leave of absences to include FMLA, are processed accurately and effectively. This role supports these functions through efficient and organized office management, meeting the needs of both internal and external customers and employees in supporting the Agency mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
3 years or more Human Resources experience in a fast paced, detail oriented position involving high levels of customer service
Experience in employee benefits administration, leave of absence and FMLA required
Must have strong interpersonal skills
Experience with Paycom HRIS system, Microsoft Word, Excel or similar system required
Must be able to perform with a high level of detail and accuracy
Must be able to execute duties within specified timeframes to meet compliance requirements
Must be able to protect the confidentiality of information within the scope of the position

Responsibilities

Manages the administration and implementation of benefit programs including, but not limited to, health, dental, vision, FSA, disability, group life, accident insurance, retirement plans and Workers’ Compensation.
Executes department procedures to initiate benefits such as health insurance, disability, retirement, etc. during open enrollment and new hires or when a qualifying event occurs; submission must be within defined time limits.
Provide necessary clerical and office management support for the Human Resources Department; including benefits administration for Family Medical Leave of Absence, Leave of Absence, Benefits Enrollment, Short and Long Term Disability, including the billing for all.
Maintain necessary Family Medical Leave of Absence, Non-FMLA Leave of Absence, and Short and Long Term Disability paperwork, databases and tracking systems to ensure they are current and accurate.
Monitors billing for medical and dental insurance, Leave of Absence, Short and Long Term Disability, supplemental life insurance plans, etc. and ensures accuracy and timely submission of payments.
Provide assistance to internal and external customers; both walk-in and phone related requests.
Participates in coordination and execution of HR-related activities and initiatives including Open Enrollment, and Benefits Presentation to new hires.
Provide ongoing assistance to employees regarding health insurance benefits, 401k, manage leave of absences including FMLA, STD and LTD, and administer records pertaining to these areas.
Keep updated and familiar with changes within the department (ex: insurance, 401K, leave of absence, COBRA, etc.).
Consults and assists with employees regarding benefit options, benefit enrollment information, including COBRA, and makes appropriate system entries when necessary.
Effectively lead and administer benefits for Workers’ Compensation.
This includes communication between employees, leadership, carriers and medical personnel.
Maintain necessary Workers’ Compensation paperwork, databases and tracking systems to ensure they are current and accurate.
Monitors billing for Workers’ Compensation and ensures accuracy and timely submission of payments.
Will prepare and submit reports to OSHA and Worker’s Compensation carrier as required.
Ensure all medical, leave of absence and Workers’ Compensations files are completed and updated for each employee.
Assists other staff members with special projects and research as assigned.
Maintains American Heart Association certification in First Aid and CPR, if required.
Successfully completes Little City required training, re-training, and any additional training as required by Little City policies and practices, or as assigned by his or her immediate supervisor.