Leave of Absence Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties has a full-time opportunity for a Leave of Absence Specialist in Anaheim, CA.

This is a hybrid position (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).

The Leave of Absence Specialist is responsible for managing and administering all aspects of employee leave programs, including FMLA, CRFA, PDL, ADA, workers' compensation, and organization-specific policies. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while providing guidance and support to employees, leaders, and People & Culture partners. The Leave of Absence Specialist will serve as the escalation point for complex leave cases, partnering closely with Employee Relations and Legal when needed, and will support benefits administration duties.

At PPOSBC, we understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits program and are dedicated to providing you with unique benefits that meet the needs of you and your family. We are proud to offer a range of plans that help protect you in the case of illness or injury including:

• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and eligible dependents, life insurance, and long term disability.
• Benefits coverage starts after one full month of employment!
• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday benefits!
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions and more!
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Minimum Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred; or, an equivalent combination of training and work experience.

Minimum Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience administering leave of absence programs in Human Resources/Benefits required.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local leave laws (FMLA, CRFA, PDL, ADA, etc.) required.
• Experience with benefits administration and compensation strategies preferred.
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS and online benefit enrollment systems required; UKG knowledge preferred.

Agency Standard Requirements:

• Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service is required.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced, rigorous environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate high-level computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with electronic medical records may also be required.
• Abortion patients are cared for at each of our health centers and in part through the administrative, support, and other non-clinical services provided at all PPOSBC locations and by all PPOSBC employees, and supporting these critical services is an essential job duty and fundamental responsibility of all employees.

Other Requirements:

• Strong commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service.
• Accuracy and attention to detail essential.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to prioritize highly detailed tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative, and critical thinking.
• Ability to relate to diverse communities.
• Proficient in Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint software.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Availability to work flexible hours, as required

Essential Functions:

Essential functions encompass the required tasks, duties, and responsibilities performed as part of the job and the reason the job exists.

General

• Ensure that the People & Culture Department has an internal and external reputation of competency, fairness, confidentiality, and the highest level of customer service.
• Remain current on all applicable labor laws, regulatory compliance, and standards of practice relating to the position.
• Uses, protects, and discloses employee protected health information (PHI) in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards and company guidelines.

Leaves of Absence

• Oversee leave of absence administration: tracking, communicating with employees, interactive discussions, conducting follow-up calls, and collecting all necessary paperwork.
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