American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Specialist - GSS - Employee Relations

Job Title: American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Specialist | GSS - Employee Relations | Sioux Falls

City: Sioux Falls

State: SD

Department *: * HR Employee Relations

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Hours Per Shift: 8 hr

JOB SUMMARY

Provides specialized consultation and subject mater expertise in evaluating requests for accommodation in compliance with state and federal laws. Interprets and applies specialized knowledge to effectively manage accommodation requests and ensures consistent application of Sanford's policies and practices. Educates employees and provides coaching for managers and Human Resources colleagues related to the job accommodation process. Assist employees requiring a job search when reasonable accommodation cannot be accomplished within current job assignment. Plays a critical role in protecting Sanford from Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) failures and costly litigation. Serves as the champion to seek reasonable accommodations whenever or wherever they exist with the goal of keeping employees safely at work. Serves as a neutral resource for both the organization and the employee. Simultaneously works for the organization and represents the employee's rights under the ADA. Assist to ensure compliance with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)/Affirmative Acton as it relates to persons with disabilities. Advocate for hiring and retaining employees with disabilities.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Uses varying problem-solving approaches and techniques as appropriate. Uses active listening and probing techniques to surface problems, issues, and interests. Responds to common employee problems and concerns. Facilitates sessions that address complex or highly sensitive issues. Develops successful resolutions to critical or wide-impact problems. Coaches others on appropriate and effective intervention tactics. Advises others on the effectiveness of multiple techniques used to assess and manage the workplace climate.

DEPARTMENT DETAILS

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum two years of experience in one or a combination of the following: human resources, vocational rehabilitation, occupational health or leave management

About Sanford Health:

At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing.
Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.
We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care, leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities.
In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research, education and community growth.
We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases.
We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition here in your community, across the region and around the world.
The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families and communities.
We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application,
please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

City: Sioux Falls

State: SD

Job Function: Human Resources

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Req Number: WD47768