Benefits Specialist

The Benefits Partner supports employees with benefits questions, policies, and procedures while processing status changes and terminations in Workday. This role also maintains benefits records, supports audits and regulatory compliance, and participates in new employee orientation, open enrollment, and benefit fairs. Schedule : Monday - Friday, business hours ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Counsels and corresponds with partners regarding benefits, policies, and procedures via in-person, phone, email, and Workday cases. • Processes partner change of status transactions through Workday. • Responsible for termination paperwork and processes. • Complies with state and federal benefit regulations. • Participates in benefit audits on an on-going basis. • Attends orientation as the benefit representative on a rotating basis. • Maintains benefit personnel files and completes filing/reporting as required. • Answers phones and greets customers entering the department. • Is an active participant in department specific meetings and committee(s). • Participates in annual benefit projects such as open enrollment/benefit fairs and benefit plan reviews as needed. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • High school diploma or equivalent. • Two years of clerical experience, preferably in Human Resources. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Good analytical/interpretive skills Excellent interpersonal/communication skills • All employees’ hours are scheduled based on department needs. • Occasional changes to scheduled hours may be necessary due to workload or departmental deadlines. • Additional hours may be required during periods of high workload, low staffing, or emergency situations. PAY RANGE: $22.28 - $32.31 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical, Dental, Vision • Life & Disability Insurance • FSA/HSA Options • Generous, accruing paid time off • Paid Parental and caregiver leave • Career advancement and educational opportunities • Tuition and certification reimbursement • Certification Reimbursement • Well-being Programs • Employee Discounts • On-Demand Pay • Financial Education • Annual recognition/awards events • Partner appreciation days • Family entertainment/attractions discount • Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women