#23729 Leave & Disability Case Manager- w2 only

nTech Workforce has an #23729 Leave & Disability Case Manager

Terms of Employment

W2 Contract, 12 months

This position is hybrid for those residing in Washington, D.C. area, but can be remote for those out of state.

Overview

• Our client is seeking a Leave & Disability Case Manager to provide critical, high-touch support across a dynamic, multi-site workforce. This role presents an exceptional opportunity to make a direct, positive impact on employees' lives by guiding them through complex leave and accommodation processes with empathy, clarity, and precision. In this position, you will oversee an active caseload involving leave of absence and disability claims, ensuring regulatory compliance, seamless coordination, and compassionate advocacy from initial leave request through return-to-work.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active, high-volume caseload of FMLA, state-mandated leave, Short-Term Disability (STD), and ADA accommodation cases.
• Guide employees, managers, and healthcare providers through leave and disability processes with clear, empathetic, and responsive communication.
• Issue required statutory and internal leave notices accurately and within established regulatory deadlines.
• Facilitate interactive ADA accommodation discussions and coordinate return-to-work plans in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain meticulous, confidential documentation of medical information and case notes in compliance with relevant legal and privacy standards.
• Support ongoing process improvements and workflow enhancements during a leave management operational transition.
• Work independently to prioritize competing priorities across multiple operating companies and unionized employee groups.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of dedicated leave management or disability case management experience.
• In-depth working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and Short-Term Disability (STD) administration, policies, and regulations.
• Proven hands-on experience utilizing leave management or case management software platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and email communication skills, with the ability to convey sensitive information with clarity and diplomacy.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to manage a high caseload, meet strict compliance deadlines, and handle confidential medical records with utmost discretion.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Social Work, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Active nursing license (RN or LPN).
• Professional certification such as Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS), Certified Professional in Disability Management (CPDM), or Certified Case Manager (CCM).
• Prior experience supporting a large, unionized workforce across multiple operating sites.
• Familiarity with state paid family and medical leave programs (such as Delaware).
• Experience working with HRIS or automated timekeeping systems.

Benefits Information

• Medical Insurance; Vision Insurance; Dental Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan (Discretionary Match Offered)
• Ancillary Coverage (Life, AD&D, Short Term / Long Term Disability)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Bi-Weekly Direct Deposit

• Note: As a contingent worker with nTech, you'll be paid for all approved hours worked; paid time off and paid holidays are not provided.

• nTech is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment drug and background screenings. Only candidates who meet all of the above client requirements will be contacted by a recruiter.