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Benefits Assistant

Location: Princeton, NJ, United States
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Description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states. 
 
We are seeking a Benefits Assistant in Princeton, NJ. The Benefits Assistant is responsible for workers’ compensation and OSHA reporting, ensuring compliance with OSHA record requirements. In addition, this position is responsible for responding to general employee questions related to benefits and workers’ compensation, completing insurance verifications and wage reports, maintaining regular reports, and helping with special projects within the department as necessary. 
 
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for providing timely notice of benefit and COBRA eligibility to new hires, terminatedterminated employees, and employees who have experienced a qualifying event
  • Responsible for reporting notice of on-the-job injuries to the insurance carrier and within OSHA maintenance portal in a timely manner
  • Ensure workers’ compensation files are maintained and in compliance with OSHA record 
    requirements
  • Regular auditing of employee files for life insurance beneficiary elections
  • Electronically scan and file all benefits and workers’ compensation documentation into 
    personnel files
  • Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions
  • Process health insurance verifications and National Medical Support notices
  • Process tuition reimbursement requests
  • Assist in audits of personnel files by collecting documentation as needed
  • Special projects assisting other areas within the department
  • Scans document, make copies, and send faxes
  • Participate in administrative staff meetings and attend other meetings, as necessary
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or
    investigation
  • Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background,
    central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing

Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma (or equivalent)
  • Minimum of one year experience in Human Resources or three years general office administration experience
  • State trainings as required
  • Community Options orientation
  • Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • Consistently respond with professionalism and diplomacy
  • Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity with regard to all employment matters
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with management staff, employees, and the general 
    public
  • Excellent time management and customer service skills as well as the ability to prioritize
  • Experience using browsers, and a working knowledge of the Internet
  • Knowledge of HRIS Systems, preferably Ceridian & UltiPro
  • Ability to work independently
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Working Conditions
  • Low to moderate overtime required throughout the year
  • Minimal hazards, general office working conditions
  • Fast paced environment
  • Occasional lifting of up to 15lbs.
  • Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of sitting
Why Community Options?
  • Competitive Insurance Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
  • Generous PTO
  • Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
  • 403b Retirement Plan
  • Incredible career growth opportunities
 
Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer   M/F/D/V
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