Benefits and Leave Management Coordinator - Ardmore, OK

Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers in Ardmore, OK, is seeking a Benefit and Leave Management Coordinator to support the Human Resources team. The role focuses on benefits administration, leave management (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, Paid Parental Leave), and general HR support.

The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and dedicated to helping employees navigate their employment experience.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required with at least three years’ HR experience in the last five years.
• Associate’s degree or relevant coursework in HR/Business preferred.
• Experience in an office or administrative setting is a plus; candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist employees with basic benefits questions, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Support benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations through the HRIS system.
• Help coordinate open enrollment and distribute benefits materials.
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits and assist with compliance documentation.
• Process benefit-related paperwork such as new hire forms, change requests, and termination notices.
• Collaborate with payroll to ensure correct benefit deductions.
• Provide general administrative support alongside the HR team, including filing and data entry.
• Respond to employee questions and direct them to appropriate resources.
• Assist with HR projects and onboarding/offboarding processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Confidentiality

MS Office

HRIS Paycom

Benefits admin

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

HR coursework

Tools

Paycom HRIS

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Administration Building - Ardmore, OK 73401, Job Shift: Day, A Lighthouse is needed to help guide the way; to emit a light that helps navigate turbulent times and warn against potential dangers ahead. Lighthouse Behavioral Wellness Centers is just such a place, guided by its core values of hope, dedication, and community.

As a Benefit and Leave Management Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the Human Resources team by assisting with the administration of employee benefits, providing support with leave management (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, Paid Parental Leave) and delivering general HR support. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, eager to learn, and passionate about helping others navigate their employment experience.

DEFINITION:

Under direct supervision of the Chief of Human Resource, the Benefit and Leave Management Coordinator will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department, with a primary focus on benefits and leave management (FMLA, ADA, PWFA, Paid Parental Leave) administration. This role is ideal for someone looking to start their career in HR and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This includes supporting employee inquiries, processing benefits-related documentation, maintaining accurate records, helping coordinate open enrollment, and onboarding activities. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and a commitment to excellent service.

Qualifications: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A high school diploma or equivalent is required for this position with at least three years’ HR experience in the last 5 years. An associate’s degree or relevant coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Experience in an office or administrative setting is considered a plus, and candidates with a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Human Resources are strongly encouraged to apply.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to learn HRIS systems and processes or possess experience with the Paycom HRIS system.
• Willingness to learn and understand benefit administration and leave management

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist employees with basic benefits-related questions, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Support benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations through the HRIS system.
• Help coordinate open enrollment and distribute benefits materials.
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits and assist with compliance documentation.
• Process benefit-related paperwork such as new hire forms, change requests, and termination notices.
• Collaborate with payroll to ensure correct benefit deductions.
• Provide general administrative support alongside the HR team, including filing, data entry, and reporting.
• Respond to employee questions and direct them to appropriate resources.
• Assist with HR projects and initiatives (e.g., engagement surveys, training).
• Support payroll processing by confirming benefit selection.
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws.
• Assist in advising on HR policies and procedures.
• Participate in various steps in the onboarding and offboarding processes.

BENEFITS:

Benefits include: 100% employer-paid premiums for health, dental, life, and vision insurance; generous paid leave including PTO, sick, and agency holidays, employer matching 401K plan, and paid continuing education.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Job Type:

Full-time

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday