ESIS Benefits Specialist

Chubb; Southfield (MI); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

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Chubb in Michigan seeks a Benefits Specialist to manage leave and disability claims across FMLA, STD, ADA, and RTW programs. You will collaborate with employees, medical professionals, and HR to support leave processes and accommodations.

You will ensure accurate documentation, maintain confidentiality under HIPAA, and stay current with applicable laws while guiding employers through the RTW process. This role emphasizes timely, compliant support for returning to work.

Mansioni

• Manages end-to-end claims across FMLA, STD, ADA, and RTW programs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Communicates and collaborates with employees, medical professionals, supervisors, and Human Resources to support employees through the leave and disability process
• Evaluates requests for workplace accommodations and facilitates the interactive process between the employee and employer to determine the most effective solution
• Documents employee requests and maintains accurate, up-to-date case records throughout the claims lifecycle
• Engages with medical providers to clarify, validate, and obtain information necessary to support claim determinations
• Works with employers and Human Resources to educate and implement job modifications and accommodations as appropriate
• Assists employers with the development of essential job function descriptions as needed to support the RTW process
• Stays current on federal and state laws and regulations governing leave of absence, disability, and workplace accommodations
• Provides education and guidance to employers and employees on leave programs, disability benefits, and accommodation processes
• Responsible and accountable for maintaining and protecting personal health information; must maintain a high level of confidentiality and comply with HIPAA rules and regulations

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Position Summary:

The Benefits Specialist will serve as a dedicated resource for employees and employers throughout the leave and disability management process. This role is responsible for managing claims across multiple programs including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Short-Term Disability (STD), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, and Return to Work (RTW) coordination.

The primary purpose of the Benefits Specialist is to evaluate and manage employee leave and disability claims, review medical information, facilitate workplace accommodations, and support employees in returning to work in a safe and timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages end-to-end claims across FMLA, STD, ADA, and RTW programs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Communicates and collaborates with employees, medical professionals, supervisors, and Human Resources to support employees through the leave and disability process
• Evaluates requests for workplace accommodations and facilitates the interactive process between the employee and employer to determine the most effective solution
• Documents employee requests and maintains accurate, up-to-date case records throughout the claims lifecycle
• Engages with medical providers to clarify, validate, and obtain information necessary to support claim determinations
• Works with employers and Human Resources to educate and implement job modifications and accommodations as appropriate
• Assists employers with the development of essential job function descriptions as needed to support the RTW process
• Stays current on federal and state laws and regulations governing leave of absence, disability, and workplace accommodations
• Provides education and guidance to employers and employees on leave programs, disability benefits, and accommodation processes
• Responsible and accountable for maintaining and protecting personal health information; must maintain a high level of confidentiality and comply with HIPAA rules and regulations