Human Resources (HR) Leave Coordinator

United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley•Fresno, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources (HR) Leave Coordinator position at United Health Center (UHC) provides critical support to the UHC team by administering leave requests, managing workers' compensation claims, and processing ergonomic assessments. This role requires specialized knowledge of State and Federal laws such as FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and PDL. The position operates within a high-performance, employee-oriented culture, emphasizing exceptional customer service and adherence to quality standards and productivity attainment. The HR Leave Coordinator is responsible for maintaining employee confidence through confidentiality of personnel data and compliance with employment laws.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school (GED) and some college-level coursework.
Valid driver's license.
Minimum of two years of leave administration experience.
Proficient at modern office practices and procedures.
Detail-oriented.
Highly organized.
Positive professional insight.
Demonstrated good problem-solving skills; sound judgment.
Able to quickly build and maintain rapport with patients and providers of differing backgrounds; team player.
Strong computer skills (especially Outlook, MS Word and MS Excel).
Attention to detail and excellent follow-through on work tasks.
Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and push up to 50 pounds (on wheels).
Must be able to hear staff on the phone and those who are served in-person, and speak clearly.
Must be able to read memos, computer screens, personnel forms and clinical and administrative documents.
Must have high manual dexterity.
Must be able to reach above the shoulder level to work, must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turn.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.
PHR/SPHR certification highly desirable.
Three years of Human Resources experience preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required.
Flexible and dependable.

Responsibilities

Administer leave requests requiring specialized knowledge of State and Federal laws (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, PDL).
Manage workers' compensation claims from initial report through closure.
Process ergonomic assessments promptly and accurately.
Prepare reports as designated by the Human Resources Manager.
Perform clerical duties associated with HRIS and leave management software, including data entry, document processing, scanning, filing, and recording.
Communicate with employees regarding leave, work modifications, and accommodations.
Determine eligibility for FMLA/CFRA based on medical certifications and regulations.
Communicate leave eligibility status to employees and leadership.
Notify about anticipated leave-related absences on a need-to-know basis.
Ensure timely communication on leave updates, extensions, and return-to-work notifications.
Monitor and document protected leave utilization.
Identify leave exhaustion or patterns of use and inform HR management.
Facilitate and manage personal leave of absence requests.
Prepare on-demand reports and maintain dashboards.
Track and maintain up-to-date work status reports for workers' compensation claims.
Act as a liaison between employees, supervisors, medical providers, and insurance carriers for workers' compensation claims.
Attend and participate in meetings.
Train supervisors and staff on workers' compensation procedures and injury reporting.
Complete annual required hours of continuing education and attend workshops/seminars.
Support the overall needs of the department or organization by working flexible or extended hours when necessary.
Contribute to positive staff interaction and maintain open communication with other departments.