Leave Specialist
Partner's Healthcare

Somerville, Massachusetts


Site: Mass General Brigham Incorporated

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary
Responsible for administering leave programs, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and supporting employees throughout the leave process.

Essential Functions

-Manage all aspects of employee leave programs, including but not limited to medical leave, parental leave, sick leave, vacation, and other types of time-off requests.

-Serve as the main point of contact for employees seeking information and guidance on leave programs.

-Ensure that leave policies and procedures are in line with hospital policies, local labor laws, and relevant regulatory requirements.

-Monitor and track employee leaves to ensure timely and accurate documentation, approvals, and re-certifications as needed.

-Conduct regular training sessions for managers and employees to educate them about leave policies, procedures, and best practices.

-Prepare reports on leave usage, trends, and patterns for HR management and other relevant stakeholders.

-Collaborate with managers and the Occupational Health team to facilitate accommodation requests for employees returning from leave.

Qualifications

Education
- Bachelor's Degree Human Resources Management required or Bachelor's Degree in a related Field of Study required

Experience
Human Resources Experience 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of federal and state leave laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other relevant regulations.
- Understanding of medical and disability terminology is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with employees and stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Walking Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Sitting Constantly (67-100%)
  • Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Pulling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crouching Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


  • Remote Type

    Remote

    Work Location

    399 Revolution Drive

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    40

    Employee Type

    Regular

    Work Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    EEO Statement:

    Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

    Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

    At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.



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