Job Description

The Salem Group is a professional staffing firm with over 30 years of experience in connecting extraordinary people with extraordinary organizations!

We are currently hiring a Benefits & Wellness Administrator in Crystal Lake, IL.

What will you do as a Benefit & Wellness Administrator?

· Benefits Administration:

- Employee Benefits Knowledge: Manage and communicate employee benefits such as medical, dental, vision, savings plans, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs).

-Regulatory Compliance: Maintain knowledge of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, and HIPAA. Ensure benefits administration is compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

- New Hire Onboarding: Conduct new hire orientation meetings regarding benefits, acting as the main point of contact for benefit inquiries, enrollments, and changes.

- Benefits Management: Calculate deductions, code benefits in the system, and ensure accurate data for insurance carriers. Reconcile invoices and maintain consistent communication regarding benefit offerings to all employees.

- Annual Enrollment: Organize and communicate the annual open enrollment process, including setting up and managing vaccine and biometric clinics.

- Audits & Reporting: Perform periodic audits of census data and assist with annual reporting for IRS (including 1095 forms) and other governmental agencies (e.g., Medicare).

· FMLA:

- Leave Administration: Administer and track Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests, ensuring proper documentation and communication with employees, and monitoring leave balances in accordance with mandated timelines.

· Unemployment Claims:

- Claim Management: Review and respond to unemployment notices, analyze and process quarterly invoices, and prepare necessary documentation for hearings.

· Workers' Compensation:

- Claims Processing: Manage workers' compensation claims, including reporting and data entry in the carrier portal, as well as communicating with employees about time off and claims status.

· ADA:

- ADA Administration: Facilitate communication with employees regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requests, ensuring compliance with all mandated timelines.

· Open Enrollment:

-Open Enrollment Experience: Demonstrated experience in managing and processing open enrollment for benefits, including effective communication of changes and coordination of resources.

Who qualifies for the Benefits & Wellness Administrator position?

· Associate’s degree from regionally accredited institution

· 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in administering employee benefits

· Strong understanding of ACA, COBRA, HIPPA, FMLA, WC and other benefit regulations

· Proficient in College ERP, HRIS systems and benefits software

· Highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong analytical abilities

· Strong interpersonal skills, including written and oral communications, and ability to present complex benefits information in clear and concise manner

· Ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate discretion, integrity and fairness

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or related field preferred

What hours will the Benefits & Wellness Administrator work?

· Monday – Friday, standard business hours

· 40-hour work week, possible nights and weekends periodically

· Temp-to-hire position

How much will you earn as a Benefits & Wellness Administrator?

· Starting pay is $35/hr

· Get paid weekly!

· Direct deposit and pay card options available for all Salem employees

Our Benefits!

The Salem Group is proud to offer world-class benefits including:

· Affordable insurance plans

· Paid Sick Leave

· Holiday Pay

· Referral Bonuses

· Retention Bonuses

· And more… click here to view our full benefit package: https://qrco.de/beW0PG

Positions are available immediately! Don’t wait to apply!

Ready to learn more? Submit your resume and one of our friendly Staffing Managers will contact you soon!

Want to speed up the process? Text “BENEFITS” to 847-537-7007 and schedule a time to discuss this opening with us.

EEO

The Salem Group provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by law.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

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