Benefit and Leave Coordinator

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The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties is seeking a full-time Benefit and Leave Coordinator for our Human Resources Department. The Human Resources department is responsible for recruiting, screening, interviewing and placing workers, also handles employee relations, payroll, benefits and training. The Human Resources Department plans, directs and coordinates the administrative functions of the organization. Responsible for ensuring the organization stays in compliance with state, federal, and local labor laws.

Position Type: Full Time-40 Hours/Exempt 

Pay Rate: $62,353.20 annually

Work Location: 713 Union St., Hudson, NY 12534 

Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm 

Job Duties:

• Administer employee benefit programs including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401Ks, Pension Plan, Disability, Workers Compensation, FMLA, EAP, HRA, HSA, and FSA accounts, AFLAC, and other applicable benefit programs.
• Coordinate and facilitate the annual Open Enrollment process in collaboration with the Insurance Broker and Chief Human Resource Officer
• Enroll eligible employees in benefit plans and assist with new enrollments, changes, terminations, and related benefit issues.
• Input, maintain, and audit benefit deductions in the HRIS to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as a liaison between employees and the Insurance Broker for questions related to benefit deductions, claims, medical bills, and coverage issues.
• Maintain a professional and good working relationship with Insurance brokers, vendors and benefit providers.
• Manage and administer employee leave programs including FMLA, PFL, ADA and State Disability Benefits (SDB) ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Ensure insurance payouts are processed and recorded appropriately.
• Coordinate with financial institutions and agencies for HSA enrollment and administration.
• Work with Flores and the Insurance Broker to administer COBRA benefits.
• Collaborate with the Chief Human Resources Officer to update benefit plan documentation and communicate benefit changes to employees.
• Oversees preparation, reporting, and distribution of ACA From 1095-C and ensure compliance with all federally mandated benefits reporting requirements.
• Remain informed of HRIS and payroll system updated and changes.
• Research alternative benefit solutions, vendors and systems as needed.
• Assist with filing, maintaining, and auditing benefit and HR-related documentation in accordance with record retention requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong understanding of leave laws and regulations to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Demonstrate strong skill set in employee relations and the ability to work collaboratively with team members across all levels of the organization
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skill.
• Can demonstration strong skill set in employee relations and the ability to work collaboratively with team members across all levels.
• Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, database, e-mail and internet programs.
• Must have strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• Must have a valid NYS driver’s license with a MVR eligible for agency insurance coverage and reliable transportation.
• Regular and steady attendance is a requirement for all positions.

Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

All offers are contingent upon successful Statewide Central Registry (SCR), fingerprint clearance and possession of a valid NYS driver’s license with a MVR eligible for agency insurance coverage.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we do not discriminate in our employment practices due to an applicant's sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, military status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation or gender identity/expression (including transgender status), predisposing genetic characteristics/genetic information or carrier status, ancestry, ethnic group identification, ethnic background, traits historically associated with race, reproductive health decision making, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. At the Mental Health Association, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce makes the best workforce. 

Benefits

Full Time Benefits  include Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D plan. Profit Sharing Account (employer contribution) plus Voluntary Vision, Life, AFLAC, Telemedicine (Concierge Medical), Voluntary 401K plans, EAP, generous sick, vacation, personal time, paid holidays, mileage reimbursement at the federal rate per mile driven for business use, tuition reimbursement and much more. Plus, you get to be part of a dynamic, diverse, and supportive behavioral health organization whose mission is to "Provide education and advocacy, and to enhance the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities."