Time-Off & Disability Program Consultant - Highmark Health
Pittsburgh, PA
About the Job
Company :
Highmark Health
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
*Hybrid role - 3 days a week in our Pittsburgh office
The Consultant supports the Director and Program Manager in designing, developing, implementing, communicating and consulting on the various Time Off Disability, Leave and Accommodation programs for the company's business units. This position will utilize technical, analytical and business expertise to ensure the programs support the business strategy and aligns with the Organization's Total Rewards guiding principles. This position will evaluate and benchmark programs to determine the company's competitive posture and provide recommendations in planning, design and policy changes. Collaborates with the business partners to ensure an understanding of the programs, compliance requirements and provides training and communication oversight of the processes. Possesses in depth understanding of administration and regulatory requirements unique to Absence Management.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Develop and foster internal relationships across the enterprise. Provides analytic and consultative support to a broad spectrum of internal customer areas and external business partners. Functions as the subject matter expert in interpreting, communicating and consulting on the administration of the Time Off Disability, Leave and Accommodation programs. Addresses escalations form HR Shared Services and other business units .
+ Evaluate and benchmark programs to determine competitive posture. Develop strategies to extract data from HR systems. Provides initial reviews and analysis of relevant data to determine utilization and overall impact. Collaborates with program manager to track and understand regulations and ensure plan compliance.
+ Complete projects of varying size and complexity as assigned. Plan activities and establishes objectives within the allotted timeframes. Researches and analyzes information and provides suggestions for best course of action. Support the implementation of the Time Off, Disability, Leave Management and Accommodation program strategies.
+ Supports thepartnership with 3rd party administrator/insurer, employee health and accommodation providers. Partners with the 3rd party administrator/insurer for reporting requirements and program evaluation. Participates in the process of due diligence and plan integration with mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
+ Manage customer expectations and provides feedback to leadership to improve service delivery.
+ Supports the Program Managerto ensure program design, policies and practices comply with HIPAA, ADA, FMLA and all other federal, state and local law/regulations. Monitors the legislative framework and provides recommendations to policies due to changing legal landscape. Implement quality control measures to ensure adherence to regulations.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EXPERIENCE
Required :
+ 3 years' advanced experience in data analytics and reporting
+ 3 years' experience with disability and time off program design and consultation
Preferred:
+ 3 years' experience in project management and policy development
+ 3 years' experience in developing clear and concise employee communications
+ 1-2 years' Workday experience
+ 1-2 years' experience working in a matrix environment
+ Advanced Excel skills creating formulas and data
+ Prior experience working in an organization with Human Resource Service Center
+ Leave administration certification
SKILLS:
+ Detail oriented and self-motivated professional
+ Demonstrated consultative, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and presentation skills
+ Solid understanding of ERISA compliance and as well as other state and federal laws and regulations related to time off and disability programs
+ Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
+ Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, both internal and external
EDUCATION
Required
+ Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field
Substitutions
+ 6 progressive years' experience in disability and time off program design and implementation
Preferred
+ Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
+ None
Preferred
+ None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office- or Remote-based
Teaches / trains others
Occasionally
Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J256323
Highmark Health
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
*Hybrid role - 3 days a week in our Pittsburgh office
The Consultant supports the Director and Program Manager in designing, developing, implementing, communicating and consulting on the various Time Off Disability, Leave and Accommodation programs for the company's business units. This position will utilize technical, analytical and business expertise to ensure the programs support the business strategy and aligns with the Organization's Total Rewards guiding principles. This position will evaluate and benchmark programs to determine the company's competitive posture and provide recommendations in planning, design and policy changes. Collaborates with the business partners to ensure an understanding of the programs, compliance requirements and provides training and communication oversight of the processes. Possesses in depth understanding of administration and regulatory requirements unique to Absence Management.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Develop and foster internal relationships across the enterprise. Provides analytic and consultative support to a broad spectrum of internal customer areas and external business partners. Functions as the subject matter expert in interpreting, communicating and consulting on the administration of the Time Off Disability, Leave and Accommodation programs. Addresses escalations form HR Shared Services and other business units .
+ Evaluate and benchmark programs to determine competitive posture. Develop strategies to extract data from HR systems. Provides initial reviews and analysis of relevant data to determine utilization and overall impact. Collaborates with program manager to track and understand regulations and ensure plan compliance.
+ Complete projects of varying size and complexity as assigned. Plan activities and establishes objectives within the allotted timeframes. Researches and analyzes information and provides suggestions for best course of action. Support the implementation of the Time Off, Disability, Leave Management and Accommodation program strategies.
+ Supports thepartnership with 3rd party administrator/insurer, employee health and accommodation providers. Partners with the 3rd party administrator/insurer for reporting requirements and program evaluation. Participates in the process of due diligence and plan integration with mergers, acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
+ Manage customer expectations and provides feedback to leadership to improve service delivery.
+ Supports the Program Managerto ensure program design, policies and practices comply with HIPAA, ADA, FMLA and all other federal, state and local law/regulations. Monitors the legislative framework and provides recommendations to policies due to changing legal landscape. Implement quality control measures to ensure adherence to regulations.
+ Other duties as assigned or requested.
EXPERIENCE
Required :
+ 3 years' advanced experience in data analytics and reporting
+ 3 years' experience with disability and time off program design and consultation
Preferred:
+ 3 years' experience in project management and policy development
+ 3 years' experience in developing clear and concise employee communications
+ 1-2 years' Workday experience
+ 1-2 years' experience working in a matrix environment
+ Advanced Excel skills creating formulas and data
+ Prior experience working in an organization with Human Resource Service Center
+ Leave administration certification
SKILLS:
+ Detail oriented and self-motivated professional
+ Demonstrated consultative, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and presentation skills
+ Solid understanding of ERISA compliance and as well as other state and federal laws and regulations related to time off and disability programs
+ Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment. Ability to work with and influence peers and management. Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
+ Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, both internal and external
EDUCATION
Required
+ Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field
Substitutions
+ 6 progressive years' experience in disability and time off program design and implementation
Preferred
+ Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field
LICENSES or CERTIFICATIONS
Required
+ None
Preferred
+ None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT:
0% - 25%
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Office- or Remote-based
Teaches / trains others
Occasionally
Travel from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Rarely
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)
Never
Physical work site required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Constantly
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Occasionally
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Rarely
_Disclaimer:_ _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
_Compliance Requirement_ _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
EEO is The Law
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf_ )
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J256323
Source : Highmark Health