RWJBarnabas Health
Workplace Accommodations SpecialistReq #:0000175145
Category:Professional / Management
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:Employee Relations
Pay Range:$91,472.00 - $129,204.00 per year
Location:
95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Title: HR Specialist
Location: Barnabas Health Corp
Department: Employee Relations
Req#: 0000175145
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $91,472.00 - $129,204.00 Annual
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health (“RWJBH”) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees, and otherwise qualified applicants, with known physical, mental or pregnancy-related limitations unless it can demonstrate that the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on its operations or pose a serious threat to safety.
As an integral member of the Employee Relations Center of Expertise (“ER”), the Workplace Accommodations Specialist will provide support to Human Resources Business Partners, System leaders and members of the Talent Acquisition & Integration COE (“TAI”) by consulting on accommodation requests. This Specialist role will provide guidance on facilitating the interactive process, required documentation, implementation and next steps to ensure a timely, effective resolution.
The position requires attention to detail, critical-thinking, collaboration, communication, facilitation and organizational skills as well as expertise in applying all federal, state and local disability-related laws.
Qualifications:
Required:
BA/BS in a related field
Three or more years’ experience with ADA, FLA, FMLA, LOA administration, disability, and/or workers’ accommodations
One-year experience in preparing educational materials and delivering high quality, effective presentations to large and small audiences
Understanding of Federal and State disability-related laws – e.g. PWFA, ADA/ADAAA, FMLA, NJESL, NJFLA, NJFLI, NJLAD and Workers’ Compensation required
Understanding of HIPAA and related privacy laws and regulations required
Proven proficiency in Employee Relations/Human Resources software – e.g. HR Acuity, PeopleSoft, preferre
Proven proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills with an ability to interact and relate to individuals of diverse disabilities and backgrounds
Essential Functions:
Interacts daily with HR Business Partners on new and established accommodations
Reviews documentation including, but not limited to, job descriptions, work environment, staffing and recommended accommodation
Monitors the implementation and efficacy of approved accommodations; addresses any concerns and if necessary, re-initiates the interactive process
Escalates denials and complex accommodation issues for guidance
Consults with Employee Health, Employee Assistance, Legal and/or Risk as appropriate
Coaches HR Business Partners and Leaders on the applicable laws and their application
Partners with the ER COE Data Analyst to prepare and provide periodic, and ad hoc, reports, as required
Analyzes trends and provides recommendations based on the findings
Delivers presentations, conducts workshops and prepares educational materials to increase the understanding of Human Resourcesand their stakeholders
Maintains confidentiality throughout the process and in handling documentation
Participates on designated System committee/work groups
Remains current with applicable laws, regulations and/or standards – federal, state and local
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-AB1
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Category:Professional / Management
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department:Employee Relations
Pay Range:$91,472.00 - $129,204.00 per year
Location:
95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052
Job Title: HR Specialist
Location: Barnabas Health Corp
Department: Employee Relations
Req#: 0000175145
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $91,472.00 - $129,204.00 Annual
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview:
RWJBarnabas Health (“RWJBH”) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to its employees, and otherwise qualified applicants, with known physical, mental or pregnancy-related limitations unless it can demonstrate that the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on its operations or pose a serious threat to safety.
As an integral member of the Employee Relations Center of Expertise (“ER”), the Workplace Accommodations Specialist will provide support to Human Resources Business Partners, System leaders and members of the Talent Acquisition & Integration COE (“TAI”) by consulting on accommodation requests. This Specialist role will provide guidance on facilitating the interactive process, required documentation, implementation and next steps to ensure a timely, effective resolution.
The position requires attention to detail, critical-thinking, collaboration, communication, facilitation and organizational skills as well as expertise in applying all federal, state and local disability-related laws.
Qualifications:
Required:
BA/BS in a related field
Three or more years’ experience with ADA, FLA, FMLA, LOA administration, disability, and/or workers’ accommodations
One-year experience in preparing educational materials and delivering high quality, effective presentations to large and small audiences
Understanding of Federal and State disability-related laws – e.g. PWFA, ADA/ADAAA, FMLA, NJESL, NJFLA, NJFLI, NJLAD and Workers’ Compensation required
Understanding of HIPAA and related privacy laws and regulations required
Proven proficiency in Employee Relations/Human Resources software – e.g. HR Acuity, PeopleSoft, preferre
Proven proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills with an ability to interact and relate to individuals of diverse disabilities and backgrounds
Essential Functions:
Interacts daily with HR Business Partners on new and established accommodations
Reviews documentation including, but not limited to, job descriptions, work environment, staffing and recommended accommodation
Monitors the implementation and efficacy of approved accommodations; addresses any concerns and if necessary, re-initiates the interactive process
Escalates denials and complex accommodation issues for guidance
Consults with Employee Health, Employee Assistance, Legal and/or Risk as appropriate
Coaches HR Business Partners and Leaders on the applicable laws and their application
Partners with the ER COE Data Analyst to prepare and provide periodic, and ad hoc, reports, as required
Analyzes trends and provides recommendations based on the findings
Delivers presentations, conducts workshops and prepares educational materials to increase the understanding of Human Resourcesand their stakeholders
Maintains confidentiality throughout the process and in handling documentation
Participates on designated System committee/work groups
Remains current with applicable laws, regulations and/or standards – federal, state and local
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-AB1
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer