HR Accommodation Specialist

The Human Resources Accommodation Specialist is responsible for guiding employees through the accommodation process when faced with temporary or permanent disabilities and/or job restrictions. This role ensures that all requests for accommodations are handled efficiently, compassionately, and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.

Serve as the primary point of contact for employees seeking job accommodations, providing clear guidance and support throughout the process. Assess and understand the employee’s need for accommodation by reviewing medical documentation and collaborating with the employee’s treating physician. Evaluate available light duty assignments and alternative job duties to facilitate the employee’s return to work. Assist team members with securing light duty assignments for temporary placements due to reasonable accommodation process. Coordinate and communicate regularly with HR Business Partner team, leadership, the employee, the leave of absence team, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless case management. Maintain thorough documentation of accommodation requests, communications, and outcomes. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Pregnancy Discrimination laws, and other related employment regulations to ensure legal compliance. Maintain current knowledge of, and ensure practices align with, applicable leave and accommodation laws and regulations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and relevant state and local leave requirements. Manage multiple cases simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational and time management skills. Review and interpret job descriptions to match employees with appropriate roles and duties.

Certifications: , Education: Bachelor's Degree: Human Resources; Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration; Bachelor's Degree: Related Field, Work Experience: Human resources; Employee Health; Case management

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

 

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois.  We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

 

 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.

The compensation range for this position is $31.27per hour - $53.78per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.