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Human Resources Consultant III, Disability Management

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Kaiser Permanente

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Hyattsville

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in HR or related field, 3 years in HR/business ops, and 1 year in return to work, disability management, or related areas.
  • You will develop HR strategies, analyze data, support change initiatives, manage employee relations, assist in investigations, ensure compliance, and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

  • Minimum one (1) year of experience in return to work, disability management, Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), case management, workers compensation, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leaves of absence programs, or related experience.
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Science, Public Administration or related field and Minimum three (3) years experience in human resources or business operations. Additional equivalent work experience in a directly related field may be substituted for the degree requirement.

Responsibilities

  • Supports the development and deployment of strategies, programs, policies, and procedures with HR Centers of Excellence and business stakeholders by assessing HR impact in consideration of changing business strategies; researching and analyzing organizational data and processes to identify trends, root causes, and potential solutions to HR issues; delivering data driven recommendations on HR efforts; and providing solutions in consideration of both HR and business objectives
  • Pursues self-development and effective relationships with others by proactively providing resources, information, advice, and expertise with coworkers and customers; influencing others through technical explanations and examples; providing occasional mentoring to team members; listening and responding to, seeking, and addressing performance feedback; creating plans to capitalize on strengths and develop weaknesses; anticipating and responding to the needs of others; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback
  • Completes work assignments by applying up-to-date expertise in subject area to generate creative solutions; ensuring all procedures and policies are followed; leveraging an understanding of data, and resources to support projects or initiatives; collaborating cross-functionally to solve business problems; identifying and monitoring priorities, deadlines, and expectations; communicating progress and information; identifying, recommending, and implementing ways to address improvement opportunities; and escalating issues or risks as appropriate
  • Conducts company human resources support activities by providing support to internal and external stakeholders on diverse HR specialties (e.g., equal opportunity/affirmative action, disability management, recruitment and hiring options, compensation, employee benefits, training); assisting with human resources efforts; applying established procedures to human resources efforts; and fully documenting human resources activities
  • Assists in the implementation of organizational change efforts by identifying requirements; assessing information to identify solutions to obstacles and mitigating risks; providing input in the creation or revision of change management plans; developing communications; and monitoring ongoing impact of organizational changes or efforts on employees
  • Performs employee and/or labor relations activities by conducting research and providing recommendations and assistance on employment related regulations both at the State and Federal level; interpreting company policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements; researching, identifying, and analyzing employee relations concerns; and referring employees to appropriate resources
  • Assists with HR investigation efforts by collecting and analyzing data; identifying misalignment with desired compliance actions; conducting interviews; determining action steps for resolution; creating appropriate documentation; and providing input on corrective action plans
  • Supports reporting of Company employee information and external benchmarks by compiling, completing, and interpreting reports and analyses; and identifying key insights to assist in the development of solutions for HR issues
  • Supports HR compliance by staying abreast of regulatory changes; interpreting and acting on regulatory updates; and supporting the implementation of designated changes

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Human Resources Consultant III, Disability Management?

The primary responsibilities include facilitating the return to work process for employees with injuries or illness, managing disability job accommodation requests, providing case management, supporting compliance with ADA/ADAAA and FMLA, conducting education and training sessions, and developing strategies to minimize and mitigate risk.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The minimum qualifications include at least one year of experience in return to work, disability management, ADAAA, case management, workers compensation, or FMLA, along with a bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of three years of experience in human resources or business operations.

Is experience in disability management necessary for this job?

Yes, at least one year of experience in disability management, return to work, or related fields is required.

What does the work schedule look like for this position?

The work schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Is this position eligible for remote or flexible work?

This position supports a hybrid work format, allowing for some remote work.

How does the role interact with legal teams?

The Human Resources Consultant III interacts with legal teams regarding litigation-related issues, provides necessary documentation for legal review, and assists in employee-related legal matters.

What type of training will I be responsible for conducting?

You will conduct education and training sessions for stakeholders on disability management policies and procedures.

Will I need to travel for this job?

Yes, there is an expectation of travel up to 5% of the time for this position.

How does this role contribute to compliance efforts?

This role supports HR compliance by staying informed of regulatory changes, interpreting updates, and assisting with the implementation of designated changes to policies and procedures.

What team or department is this position part of?

This position is part of the Po/Ho Corp - Employee Safety, Health & Wellness department.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1945
Founded Year

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