Leave Of Absence Specialist

Aston Carter • Indianapolis, IN

6d • $37 - $45 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Leave of Absence Specialist oversees and supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive absence management programs. The role provides end-to-end case management for short- and long-term leaves, develops educational and procedural materials, and coordinates disability intervention initiatives. The specialist promotes quality, cost-effective outcomes and partners with stakeholders to facilitate successful return-to-work plans while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

This is a hybrid contract role based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It begins with onsite training and transitions primarily to remote work, with onsite attendance expected two to three days per month for meetings. Onsite days are not consecutive, and the specialist should live within driving distance of downtown Indianapolis. The work takes place in a professional office environment and involves regular use of standard office technology and collaboration with HR and related teams.

Requirements

• 57 years of experience working directly in leave administration.
• Hands-on experience working with FMLA, Workers Compensation, ADAAA laws, long-term disability (LTD), short-term disability (STD), and COBRA.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Experience in human resources, leave management, and employee relations.
• Ability to interpret and apply leave-related laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple leave cases simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills to provide guidance and education to team members and colleagues.
• Ability to come onsite two to three times per month after the training period.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare industry experience.
• CPDM (Certified Professional Disability Management) certification.
• CLMS (Certified Leave Management Specialist) certification.
• Experience supporting or leading disability intervention or return-to-work programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop educational and procedural materials for absence management programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of absence management programs for team members.
• Provide end-to-end case management for employees on short-term and long-term leave, ensuring consistent and compliant administration.
• Develop, update, and maintain educational materials and procedures related to absence management, disability intervention, and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Disability Intervention Program to support team members' safe and timely return to work.
• Promote quality, cost-effective outcomes by balancing employee needs with organizational requirements and applicable regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to other professionals involved in absence management processes, serving as a subject matter resource.
• Monitor and facilitate successful return-to-work plans, including coordination with relevant departments and stakeholders.
• Ensure leave administration practices comply with FMLA, Workers Compensation, ADAAA, LTD, STD, COBRA, and related regulations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of leave cases in accordance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
• Use MS Office tools, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, to prepare reports, presentations, and documentation related to absence management.
• Collaborate with human resources and employee relations partners to address leave-related issues and support positive employee experiences.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance, including voluntary Life and AD&D for the employee and dependents
• Short- and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave, including PTO, vacation, or sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed