What are the responsibilities and job description for the Benefits Generalist position at Public Health Solutions?
Job Description
Job Description
Company Overview :
Public Health Solutions (PHS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit community-based organization (CBO) that has existed for 70 years to improve health equity and address health-related social needs (HRSN) for historically underserved marginalized communities. As the largest public health nonprofit serving New York City, we improve health outcomes and help communities thrive by providing services directly to vulnerable low-income families, supporting community-based organizations through our long-standing public-private partnerships, and bridging the gap between healthcare and community services. We focus on a wide range of public health issues including food and nutrition, health insurance, maternal and child health, sexual and reproductive health, tobacco control, and HIV / AIDS. Learn more about our work at healthsolutions.org.
PHS administers WholeYouNYC (WYNYC), a coordinated community resource network that builds trustworthy and reliable pathways between healthcare providers, health plans and CBOs providing critical resources in the community that address the social drivers of health. WYNYC brings together over 100 organizations offering various programs – such as food, housing, employment, health insurance, and sexual health services – across all five boroughs. These services and programs make it possible for New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives and ultimately reduce health disparities and advance health equity. To date, our network has already impacted thousands of lives through community partnerships and referrals, generating millions in estimated healthcare savings.
New York State (NYS) recently announced the availability of $500M statewide to support Social Care Network (SCN) lead entities responsible for coordinating social care delivery in various regions across the state. Public Health Solutions (PHS) and our WYNYC network were awarded the role of regional SCN for Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.
This is a grant-funded position ending March 31, 2027.
Position Summary :
Reporting directly to the Deputy Director of Compensation and Benefits, the Benefits Generalist is responsible for managing and administering the company's employee benefit and compensation programs, ranging from retirement plans and health insurance to life insurance and beyond. This role encompasses responsibilities in various functional areas, including benefits administration, employee leave-of-absence management (FMLA, ADA accommodation, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability), and unemployment insurance claims. The ideal candidate will possess strong multitasking abilities, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines, and respond promptly to inquiries.
Key Responsibilities :
- Benefits Administration :
Manage the administration of all health and welfare benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefit plans), COBRA, FMLA, and benefit audits.
Manage employee leaves-of-absence, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, Short-Term / Long-Term Disability, and Workers Comp.
Conduct ad-hoc reporting, manage benefits billing reports, and process vendor invoices.
Organize annual benefit health fair and wellness program events.
Prepare and run ad-hoc reports.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of employee benefits programs, including health and welfare plans, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and disability benefits.
Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is preferred.
Benefits :
At PHS, we place immense value on diversity within our teams, understanding that varied backgrounds and experiences significantly enhance our community and propel us toward our goals. If you find you don’t have experience in all the areas listed above, we still encourage you to apply and share your background and experiences in your application. We are eager to discover how your unique perspective can bring positive transformations to our team and help advance our mission of creating healthier, more equitable communities.
We look forward to learning more about you!
PHS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, LGBTIQA individuals, and veterans.
Salary : $80,000
