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Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.

Department

• Design and implement a robust stay-at-work/transitional return-to-work program that keeps employees engaged with the organization during periods of disability and that reduces lost work days. Develop, recommend, implement and administer LOA/ADA/RTW systems and programs which support the defined objectives of Denver Health. (20%)
• Facilitate the LOA/ADA/FML/RTW process from start to finish. Directs the work of the ADA/LOA staff including assigning tasks, providing coaching and development, and ensuring efficient leave processing Ensures Medical Disqualification Letters to employees are prompt, as well as initial ADA Interactive Process letters. (25%)
• Functions as an internal consultant to the supervisory and management levels of the organization regarding best practices and continuous process improvement within the area of FMLA/ADA/LOA and RTW. Provide ADA consultation services on occupational and non-occupational cases. Counsels' managers as to how to handle serious health conditions/disabilities in the workplace. (20%)
• Organizes and facilitates communications with payroll, Worker?s Compensation, COSH, software vendor and TPA regarding payments of STD and LTD benefits. Communicates and works with a variety of internal and external sources such as attorneys, physicians, providers, vendors, and others to achieve a timely return-to-work date and prompt resolution of claims. (15%)
• Assesses, plans, designs, and evaluates FML and LOA policy manager training focused on Denver Health needs; delivers training as needed. Explains and provides information with regularly reported metrics and other requests for information as needed. (10%)
• Keep abreast of trends and changes in legislation and effect changes or make recommendations for change to keep the company practices in compliance with state and federal governmental agencies. (10%)

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in benefits administration or

• 4-6 years of professional human resources human resources experience in disability and FML/ADA administration Required and
• 1-3 years experience managing and administering leave of absence programs and staff Required

• Demonstrates professional and operational knowledge of State and Federal Disability, ADA, ADAAA, Worker’s Compensation, FMLA and other appropriate laws and of Denver Health Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) plans. Knowledge of Workday and API HRIS and timekeeping systems, and LOA administration software systems. Knowledge of medical terminology a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Advanced organizational skills and analytical skills with the ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and proven interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Able to coordinate and manage several tasks/duties at the same time. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Able to deal with all levels of employees within the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program 

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver?s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado?s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

About Denver Health

Take your career to the next level at Denver Health, where we offer a robust benefits package and endless opportunities for growth. Denver Health is a nationally-ranked, locally-trusted, premier healthcare institution located in the heart of Denver, Colorado.Twenty-five percent of all Denver residents, or approximately 150,000 individuals, receive their health care here. We are known as an integrated health care system that encompasses multidisciplinary academic specialties, a community health system, a level I adult trauma center, pediatric emergency and urgent care center home to Denver Public Health and many of the nation's leaders in medicine.Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Denver Health we pride ourselves on our commitment to diversity. Equal opportunity is a fundamental principle of Denver Health. As an equal opportunity employer, Denver Health is committed to recruit, hire, promote and administer all human resource actions in a non-discriminatory manner. Denver Health is committed to providing equal opportunities in all business practices and to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetic information, religion, sex, pregnancy, disab...ility, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or veteran status (collectively “protected status”). Denver Health strives to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination and will not tolerate any such conduct by employees or directed at employees within the scope of their employment. Read the full Human Resources Employee Principles and Practices policy.

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