Human Resources Accommodations Specialist

Company: Worlds of Fun
Location: Buena Park
Posted on: June 22, 2022

Job Description:

Overview: The Accommodation Specialist is responsible for assisting emplyees in obtaining medical and religiouse work accomodations. This role will manage the interactive process as mandated by ADA compliance law. How You'll Make A Difference: Facilitate and administratively document the interactive process with associates seeking a reasonable accommodation in partnership with leadership and other key resources to ensure compliance with all federal and state laws Communicate the accommodation, return to work plan, and method for monitoring for effectiveness Assess risk associated with the interactive process, including the Company's inability to accommodate a restriction or recast existing employees Promote knowledge and understanding for leaders and associates in regard to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, Family and Medical Leave Act and other compliance issues as they relate to the medical accommodation process Proactively identify, develop, implement, and sustain integrated strategies or solutions to align with client and/or business Ability to identify accommodation needs and propose reasonable accommodations balancing the needs of the individual, the business requirements and all legal requirements Ability to make judgment calls and sound, ethical decisions displaying a heightened level of responsibility, confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization Experience in facilitating & delivering leadership training We're Looking For: Education Bachelor's Degree Field of study: HR; Business Admin; Comm. Experience 2-4 years Experience with ADA Law Medical / Workers' Compensation knowledge. Bilingual speaking/writing strongly preferred. Background in disability management and/or Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM) or Integrated Disability and Absence Management (IDAM) Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs. Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law. Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

Education Bachelor's Degree Field of study: HR; Business Admin; Comm. Experience 2-4 years Experience with ADA Law Medical / Workers' Compensation knowledge. Bilingual speaking/writing strongly preferred. Background in disability management and/or Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM) or Integrated Disability and Absence Management (IDAM) Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs. Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law. Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

Facilitate and administratively document the interactive process with associates seeking a reasonable accommodation in partnership with leadership and other key resources to ensure compliance with all federal and state laws Communicate the accommodation, return to work plan, and method for monitoring for effectiveness Assess risk associated with the interactive process, including the Company's inability to accommodate a restriction or recast existing employees Promote knowledge and understanding for leaders and associates in regard to the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, Family and Medical Leave Act and other compliance issues as they relate to the medical accommodation process Proactively identify, develop, implement, and sustain integrated strategies or solutions to align with client and/or business Ability to identify accommodation needs and propose reasonable accommodations balancing the needs of the individual, the business requirements and all legal requirements Ability to make judgment calls and sound, ethical decisions displaying a heightened level of responsibility, confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization Experience in facilitating & delivering leadership training

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