Benefits Coordinator

About Sonida Senior Living

Sonida Senior Living is one of the nation's leading operators of independent living, assisted living and memory care communities for senior adults. The Company operates 96 communities that are home to nearly 12,000 residents across 20 states providing comfortable, safe, affordable communities where residents can form friendships, enjoy new experiences and receive personalized care from dedicated team members who treat them family.

Job Description:

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for supporting the administration, coordination, and support of employee benefits programs. This role serves as a key point of contact for employees regarding benefits enrollment, changes, and questions, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and company policies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to providing excellent employee support.

Responsibilities:

* Administer employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement plans, and wellness programs

* Support the annual open enrollment processes, including communications, system updates, and employee education

* Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries and resolve issues with carriers and vendors

* Process new hire enrollments, qualifying life event changes, and terminations in a timely and accurate manner

* Maintain accurate employee benefits records in HRIS and benefits administration systems

* Reconcile benefits invoices and assist with billing discrepancies

* Support the compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., ACA, COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA)

* Prepare benefits-related reports and assist with audits as needed

* Support the development and distribution of benefits communications and materials

* Collaborate with HR team members, payroll, and external vendors to ensure seamless benefits administration

Qualifications:

* Associate's or bachelor's degree in human resources preferred, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

* 1-3 years of experience in benefits administration or human resources

* Working knowledge of employee benefits programs and related regulation

* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion