Benefits Specialist
Location: Columbia, Maryland
Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour + $4,000 Annual Bonus Potential

The Benefits Specialist assists the Benefits Team in the day-to-day administration of the Company’s various employee benefits programs.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks: Reliable compensation you can count on.
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Retirement Planning: 401(k) savings plan with company matching.
Employee Discounts: Access to hundreds of nationwide vendor discounts.
Recognition & Rewards: Be celebrated through our awards and recognition programs.
Career Advancement: Opportunities to grow within a supportive organization.
Training & Mentorship: Benefit from structured onboarding and ongoing development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Answers general inquiries and provides a high level of customer service to employees regarding benefits and LOA procedures, policies, eligibility rules and regulations
Keeps abreast of the Company’s benefits, including policies, eligibility rules, and general regulations
Assists with the administration of all health and welfare benefit programs, Leave of Absence administration, and other various benefit programs
Proactively identifies and implements workable solutions to issues
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

College degree or equivalent experience in related departments
At least two (2) years of benefits administration experience preferred
Proven knowledge of HRIS systems, preferably ADP
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, required
Working knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to Human Resources/Benefits
Ability to keep sensitive employee information confidential
Ability to work as an effective team member, including establishing and maintaining positive, professional business relationships with other departments and branch offices
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Ability to multi-task and work independently within a fast-paced environment
Possess a high level of initiative and ability to work with minimum supervision
Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
ADP Enterprise experience a plus
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills
Computer proficiency required

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account, 401(k) + Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short and Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays, Transportation Benefits, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program and Employee Discount Program

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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