Description

We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Benefits Coordinator to support clergy and employee benefits within a mission-driven, faith-based organization. This role serves as a trusted resource for clergy, assisting with benefits administration, healthcare coordination, retirement transitions, leave management, and retiree healthcare programs. The ideal candidate combines strong benefits expertise with a service-oriented approach and commitment to pastoral care.

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration & Care Coordination

Serve as the primary benefits contact for clergy, providing confidential guidance and support.
Coordinate Medicare enrollment, supplemental insurance, retirement transitions, and retiree healthcare coverage.
Assist with insurance claims, appeals, and benefits issue resolution.
Support clergy during hospitalizations, rehabilitation stays, and transitions to assisted living or extended care.
Collaborate with healthcare providers, insurance vendors, and diocesan leadership to ensure access to appropriate care and coverage.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of benefits and care coordination activities.
Administer employee and clergy benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Manage Medicare enrollment tracking and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
Respond to benefits inquiries and maintain accurate data within HRIS and benefits systems.
Coordinate with HR and payroll colleagues, as well as vendors to ensure efficient benefits administration.

HR & Leave Management

Administer FMLA, CTPL, ADA accommodations, and organizational leave programs.
Track leave requests, maintain records, and communicate updates to employees.
Complete assigned HR operational tasks and projects, process & record retention, onboarding coordination, audits, reporting, compliance activities, and process improvements.

Requirements

Experience administering health insurance, Medicare, retirement, and leave programs.
Strong knowledge of ACA, FMLA, ADA, CTFMLA, CTPL, Medicare, and related regulations.
Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
Proficiency with HRIS, benefits administration systems, and employee verifications.
Experience with HR onboarding and record retention processes. 
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Preferred Characteristics

Compassionate, patient, and service-oriented.
Highly organized and detail-focused.
Comfortable working in a religious environment and supporting clergy needs.
Strong integrity, professionalism, and commitment to respectful service.