Workplace Accommodation Case Manager (Provisional)

Berger Health System; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Workplace Accommodation Case Manager to oversee ADA accommodations for associates, including evaluating leaves and at-work accommodations. The role provides expert consultation on ADA, leave of absence, and FMLA to internal and external counsel.

Responsibilities include advising on interactive processes, coordinating accommodations, and assisting with job placement for associates with permanent or temporary restrictions.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and knowledge of ADA and FMLA regulations.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7 years of experience managing ADA reasonable accommodation and the interactive process.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of associates requesting accommodations and manage the interactive process.
• Provide job placement assistance for associates with disabilities who cannot perform their current duties.
• Prepare documentation and testify in ADA/FMLA-related legal matters when requested.
• Serve as an expert on complex ADA, LOA, and FMLA cases and advise internal/external counsel.

Skills

Communication skills

ADA knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business / HR / rehabilitation)

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

A Workplace Accommodation Case Manager assists with all aspects of ADA accommodations for OhioHealth associates including evaluating leave as an accommodation, at work accommodations, intermittent leave as an accommodation, and job placement for those associates unable to return to their jobs due to restrictions related to an illness or injury. Position is responsible for providing expert consultation on ADA reasonable accommodation, Leave of absence and FML cases to internal and external legal counsel.

Responsibilities And Duties

• 40% Assess needs of associates requesting an at work accommodation including intermittent leave as an accommodation. Follow the Disabilities and Reasonable Accommodation Policy. Responsible for creating an inviting atmosphere for an associate with a disability to feel supported in requesting a reasonable accommodation. Must be able to follow the "Interactive Process" to determine the accommodation needs of the associate and OhioHealth's ability to provide and effective accommodation. May need to work with manager; health care provider; Human Resource, Associate Relations representative. Research accommodation options to find options and if needed work with purchasing to obtain equipment item. Provide follow up to associate to determine accommodation is effective. Provides case management services to associates during accommodation process. Assess needs of new hires requesting an accommodation prior to hire. Determine if associate is qualified and what accommodations can be provided that will allow them to perform all essential functions of the new position by working through the interactive process. Work with Talent Acquisition, Human Resource, Associate Health clinics and leaders.
• 40% Provide job placement assistance to associates with disabilities who are unable to perform the essential functions of their own position due to restrictions. Receive referrals for job placement from Disability Case Managers for associates who no longer can perform their job due to their permanent restrictions. Assess the associate for job readiness; interest inventory; resume writing and restrictions. Partner with the associate to identify positions they may be qualified. Networks with managers on open positions for associates. Coordinates job coaching and job trials for candidates as appropriate. Provides case management services to associates during job placement process.
• 10% Responsible for providing documentation and testimony if requested on any legal charges related to ADA or FMLA. Works with outside counsel on EEOC charges related to ADA and FMLA. Gathers all documents related to the case and provides to counsel. Available to counsel for depositions. Provides expert testimony related to charges.
• 10% Assists with complex ADA, leave of absence and FMLA requests a. Acts as the ADA and FMLA subject matter expert. Responsible for providing opinion on complex cases including contacting the associate for clarification. The major duties, responsibilities and essential functions listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities, and essential functions to be performed by employees in this job. Employee is expected to all perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Additional Job Description:

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree: Field of Study: Business, Human Resources, rehabilitation, or other related field.
• 7 Years of experience managing ADA reasonable accommodation and interactive process.
• Strong Communication skills: knowledge of medical terminology, claim management experience, knowledge of ADA and Federal FMLA regulations.

Work Shift

Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Equal Employment Opportunity OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.

WE Are Inspired to Do Our Best

OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. For professionals, we are a place where people committed to doing their best are given the tools and resources to accomplish our mission every single day. OhioHealth is recognized as a Great Place to Work CertifiedTM organization. The Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. This recognition is one measure of our success in achieving a part of our vision - to be an organization "where people want to work".

Join us! ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry.