Leave of Absence Administrator

JEVS Human Services•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At JEVS, we help the people we serve lead self-determined, connected, and hopeful lives that strengthen themselves, their families, and their communities. Our team is more than 1,000 strong, serving the Greater Philadelphia community tirelessly for over 80 years. Our programs are designed to help individuals have a better quality of life. We serve those with disabilities and people facing tough socio-economic conditions. We believe everyone deserves fulfilling jobs, educational opportunities, and access to vital services. The HR Leave of Absence Administrator provides support for FMLA, Worker’s Compensation and Unemployment Compensation for all employees. This role effectively coordinates these processes to include process administration and program compliance with all related employment laws. The HR Leave of Absence Administrator performs exemplary customer service and assistance; develops, implements and evaluates ongoing strategies related to managing leaves of absence effectively.

Responsibilities

Administers Family & Medical Leave Act policy including fielding all inquiries, communications, with employees, supervisors, etc.
Administers Workers Compensation including inquiries, vendor management and communication relating to injuries.
Administers Unemployment Compensation, acts as the liaison with Vendor, ADP and HR Managers; collect pertinent data to provide to hearing officer
Serves as the subject matter expert for FMLA, WC, UC & all other leaves in alignment and under the general direction and guidance of HR leadership.
Monitors completion of necessary FMLA and leaves documentation and provides appropriate notification during each the stage of the leave process.
Reviews employee leave requests to determine eligibility and certification in compliance with company policies as well as state and federal leave laws.
Administers Family Medical Leave Act to include tracking hours used/taken for intermittent leave and works closely with the Payroll department to ensure that pay is accurate and correct.
Communicates absences, accommodations and return to work information as appropriate to employees and relevant supervisors/managers & HR Team for follow up.
Manage Workers Compensation claims from initial injury reporting through claim resolution, ensuring timely reporting of workplace injuries and submission or required documentation
Administer unemployment insurance claims, including responding to requests and confirming employment status
Educate employees and managers on leave policies, procedures, and leave requirements. Stay informed about changes to leave laws, FMLA, Worker’s Compensation Information, Unemployment Compensation and HR best practices
Provides general support for new projects, system implementations within assigned areas, and HR initiatives
Provides general administrative and operations support
Serves as backup for HRIS input
Other related duties as assigned