What are the responsibilities and job description for the Leave of Absence/Ergonomic Specialist position at Paychex?
Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Compensation
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $19.66 - $30.89 hourly. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
Ensures internal procedures regarding employee absences, including wage continuation and tracking of time off, are accurate with all federal/state laws and mandates as well as company standards. Provides guidance to managers, Safety Representatives, and other employees regarding ergonomic, safety, and workers' compensation identifying stay at work/return to work initiatives to maximize productivity.
Responsibilities
- Conducts telephonic and on-site assessments with employees and Safety Champions to address safety and ergonomic issues. Remains current with best in class ergonomic equipment available to provide employees with the best options to work both healthier and safer. Maintains database of reportable events and first aid account.
- Provides training to volunteer Safety Champions to share best practice and strengthen the local safety presence in all locations including work from home. Monitors network of Safety Champions to ensure adequate coverage across all business units and locations. Partners with Well-being and Culture teams to provide synergy among corporate champion networks. Is a member of the Corporate Safety Committee. Provides leadership guidance on infectious disease best practices. Participates in the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility efforts.
- Analyzes and reports on safety/ergonomics data to monitor the performance of the Safety program and to make program and policy recommendations. Generates ad hoc reports to identify trends.
- Proactively develops and implements strategies and techniques to reduce ergonomic discomfort, workers’ compensation cases and absenteeism.
- Enters and maintains accurate LOA data into the appropriate databases to ensure compliance with absence management laws. Coordinates with internal IT Department when needed to restore access for employees who have returned from leave.
- Assists the employee and supervisor in return to work placement to support stay at work/return to work initiatives. Initiates ergonomic referrals to accommodate a medical restriction and assist in returning the employee to work.
- Responds to incoming team emails, queue calls, voice mails and faxes with first call resolution. Maintains copy of all communications in employees file. Distributes manager survey to leaders whose employee recently returned to work and analyzes responses to provide recommendations. Contacts managers who request follow up.
- Provides guidance and procedural practices to internal and external partners to collaborate and assist in the daily operations of the Absence Management & Safety department, including statutory state wage confirmation requests and all other leave and wage verification requests.
- Assists in the development of reports and tools to partner with Benefits and HR partners to make decisions concerning employment status and program enhancements. Initiates test plan as needed for Oracle HRIS system updates. Utilizes various Business Objects reports to identify necessary updates and coordinate reporting changes with the HR systems support group. Submits daily membership file/eligibility lists to disability vendor and ensures the accuracy of the reports that are used as the basis for wage replacement to employees on LOA.
- Keeps abreast of legislative changes and industry trends in the employees safety, disability and leave management administration. Maintains Absence Management & Safety employee and supervisor communications, resource tools, and check lists which include but are not limited to template letters and the company intranet.
- Oversees Driver Safety Program, Automated External Defibrillator and other health and safety initiatives.
- Works cross-functionally within wellness and safety team, including implementation of programs and events and processing of workers compensation claims.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
- Experience in leave of absence management including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state/federal family leave provisions.
- 2 years of experience in including welfare benefits or general HR experience. .
- 1 year of experience in safety and ergonomics.
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
- Demonstrates analytical skills.
- Demonstrates project management skills.
- Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator - Required
Compensation
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $19.66 - $30.89 hourly. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
Salary : $20 - $31
