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Human Resources Specialist /Accommodation

Palisades Medical Center

Human Resources Specialist /Accommodation

Neptune, NJ
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    HR Specialist LOA/Accommodation Job ID 2018-52166 Department CORPORATE HUMAN RESOURCES Site CORPORATE Job Location US-NJ-Neptune Position Type Full Time with Benefits Standard Hours Per Week 40 Shift Day Shift Hours 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Weekend Work Weekends as Needed On Call Work No On-Call Required Holiday Work None Overview How have you impacted someones life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our team members are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care and coaching each and every day. Through the comprehensive care we provide, we are confident that you will be able to apply your skills while building your career within New Jerseys premier healthcare system. Responsibilities Accommodation Administration Engages with team members in the interactive process when an employee requests an accommodation related to a temporary or permanent work restriction (for ADA requests, leaves of absence, workers compensation, NJ Safe Act, religion, etc.); conducts a systematic and in-depth review of job requirements with the employees leader on the request for the accommodation in accordance with federal and state laws. Identifies changes or modifications to the work or work environment with the leader that will allow the employee to perform the essential job duties free from workplace obstacles, when a reasonable accommodation exists. Determines, in collaboration with department leaders and Legal, if a reasonable accommodation exists. Maintains consistent contact and timely follow up with the team member, leadership and Meridian Connect. Documentation and Reports Documentation and Reports Manages, retains and follows-up up on interactive process documentation. Develops and maintains various reports as a tool to effectively monitor specific details of the leave of absence program, such as reasonable accommodations provided across the system, trends, costs, etc. Compiles statistics and reports related to the LOA and accommodation function. Performs audits related to the interactive process. Implements process improvements based on data, and develops methods and processes to ensure continuous improvement; updates are communicated to team members and leaders on a timely basis. HR Policy and Procedure Compliance HR Policy and Procedure Compliance Keeps up-to-date on developments such as legislative changes/updates associated with the interactive process to ensure that the organization stays compliant with federal and state laws. Updates policies, procedures and posters for workplace displays, as needed. Team Player Proactively collaborates with and/or provides back up support to Team Member Relations specialists, as needed. Partners with Meridian Connect and HR Support Services to facilitate applicable processes and administration. Serves as an active team member, promoting and demonstrating Meridians culture and core values through corresponding behavior and actions. Helps foster a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and employee satisfaction. Qualifications Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field preferred. Three to five years of professional experience in Human Resources, demonstrating a working knowledge of federal and state laws as related to ADA, leaves and the interactive process. Proven ability to confidently deliver key messages to all levels of the organization, identify solutions to complex employee issues, exercise influence, work independently within established guidelines utilizing sound judgment, and build trusting and collaborative working relationships within a large organization. Experience with both union and non-union employees. Strong attention to detail required. Effective communication skills-both verbal and written. Proven ability to identify and implement effective process improvements and change management techniques. Working knowledge of Microsoft office products and HR systems.

  • Industry
    Hospital and Health Care