General Purpose
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
Acts as the Ergonomic Specialist for corporate and field locations
Conducts on-site and telephonic assessments of employees’ workstations as needed to address discomfort and reduce the risk of injury
Coordinates companywide network of safety representatives including recruitment recognition and creation and implementation of a robust communications strategy
Serves as company champion driving this initiative
Keeps records of ergonomic discomfort and at work injuries to ensure safety/ergonomics issues are addressed to completion and to provide data for Safety Program improvement efforts
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
Generates letters to employees on leave informing them of their rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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 physical 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
Sends manager survey to leaders whose employee recently returned to work
Analyzes responses to provide recommendations
Contacts managers who request follow up call
Provides guidance and procedural practices to internal and external partners to collaborate and assist in the daily operations of the LOA 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 weekly 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 disability and leave management administration
Maintains Absence Management 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 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
QualificationsExperience
Experience in leave of absence management including the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and state/federal family leave provisions-Preferred
2 year of experience in welfare benefits or general HR experience-Preferred
1 year of experience in safety and ergonomics-Preferred
Skill/Ability
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Demonstrates project management skills
Excel Word and Oracle experience desired
License/Certification
Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator- 1 year preferred
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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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
Acts as the Ergonomic Specialist for corporate and field locations
Conducts on-site and telephonic assessments of employees’ workstations as needed to address discomfort and reduce the risk of injury
Coordinates companywide network of safety representatives including recruitment recognition and creation and implementation of a robust communications strategy
Serves as company champion driving this initiative
Keeps records of ergonomic discomfort and at work injuries to ensure safety/ergonomics issues are addressed to completion and to provide data for Safety Program improvement efforts
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
Generates letters to employees on leave informing them of their rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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 physical 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
Sends manager survey to leaders whose employee recently returned to work
Analyzes responses to provide recommendations
Contacts managers who request follow up call
Provides guidance and procedural practices to internal and external partners to collaborate and assist in the daily operations of the LOA 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 weekly 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 disability and leave management administration
Maintains Absence Management 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 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
QualificationsExperience
Experience in leave of absence management including the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and state/federal family leave provisions-Preferred
2 year of experience in welfare benefits or general HR experience-Preferred
1 year of experience in safety and ergonomics-Preferred
Skill/Ability
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Demonstrates project management skills
Excel Word and Oracle experience desired
License/Certification
Certified Office Ergonomics Evaluator- 1 year preferred
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.