Leave of Absence Specialist

Note: This is a remote opportunity.

At Procare HR, we're on a mission to transform workforce outcomes for care providers through our industry-focused HR services model. We offer comprehensive HR services, including payroll processing, benefits administration, workers compensation management, and general HR support. Our core values drive our culture, emphasizing positivity, curiosity, accountability, gratitude, and growth.

Who We Are - Core Values

• We strike the gong – Actions have a ripple effect. Every engagement is an opportunity to have a positive impact on our clients and team.
• We laugh – Laughter is contagious. Keep it light when things are tough. Life is short, celebrate.
• We explore – Individual curiosity and resourcefulness lead us to better solutions.
• We show up – Sense of duty and accountability is part of our DNA. How we show up matters.
• We are grateful – We are grateful for our clients and for each other, and approach all situations with humility. We appreciate the experiences that have shaped us.
• We grow - We embrace the struggle that comes with personal growth so that we can better ourselves and our team.

About The Role
As a Leave of Absence Specialist at Procare HR, you will oversee and administer leave requests and accommodations requiring specialized attention, particularly those arising under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), state and local leave laws, and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability plans. This includes processing timely notifications and communications with client employees and supervisors regarding leaves and absences.
Your Responsibilities

• Develop and implement leave administration tools, processes, and procedures.
• Communicate with employees regarding leave needs and modified work schedules.
• Ensure employee awareness of leave responsibilities and required documentation.
• Manage FMLA leave process from initial notice to return to work.
• Maintain communication with employees on leave and relay information to managers.
• Advise on leave laws interaction with paid time off, workers' compensation, and disability benefits.
• Oversee return-to-work process for employees returning from extended leave.
• Track LOA, pay, and attendance in HRIS.
• Collaborate on ADA accommodation requests.
• Maintain accurate leave and accommodation records in compliance with legal requirements.

This Role is a Good Fit if You

• A high school diploma
• Possess 3+ years of experience managing leave of absence in a multi-state setting, with familiarity with FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, STD, LTD, and other paid leave programs
• Have basic understanding of OSHA regulations and benefit plans is preferred
• Are proficient in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems), UKG preferred and Microsoft Office Suite
• Have a customer-focused mindset with the ability to form a deep understanding of client/employee needs, empathetic engagement, and proactive problem-solving.
• Are a strong analytical thinker able to assess compliance issues and identify root causes.

The Perks

• Flexibility!
• Health insurance, with the company paying the single employee premium
• Company paid dental insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• A 401K plan with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Additional ancillary benefits including Vision, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Accident and Legal

The salary range for this role is $50,000-$65,000. Actual compensation packages within that range are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth and years of experience, certifications, and specific location.
Join us in reshaping the future of HR services!