Integrated Disability Leave Specialist Senior

Job Posting End Date

09-08-2025

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Job Summary

Initiate absence management processes through effective communication and utilization of integrated disability management protocols, while adhering to company, city, state and federal regulations and promoting benefit cost effectiveness for AEP in system-wide management of all employees off work for leave, including sick leave, FMLA, Workers Compensation, Long Term Disability and military absences.

Job Description

What you’ll do:

- Perform independent case management and benefit assessments using accepted practices to determine appropriate interventions and compliance. Must demonstrate high proficiency in the administration and understanding of federal, state, local and company leave laws as well as regulations including the Family Medical leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other paid state leave programs.

- Demonstrate high proficiency in the administration of AEP benefit plans including Long Term Disability (LTD), sick pay and short term disability.

- Proactively counsel and advise stakeholders such as Human Resources, business unit partners, Legal and employees on absence management issues.

- Perform all transactional duties associated with absence management processes.

- Independently lead and manage various department projects in order to meet required objectives and deadlines as needed or assigned.

- Monitor employee absence case progress for achievement of targeted milestones such as benefit change dates from 100% sick pay benefit utilization to 60% sick pay benefit utilization, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) exhaustion or long term disability (LTD) plan application qualification dates. Utilizing case management best practice guidelines, provide required follow-up communications to both employees and business unit leaders regarding return to work ability or continued leave status. Facilitate the interactive process regarding requests for accommodations in order to reach the most appropriate and cost effective outcomes.

- Authorize and communicate the approval or suspension of AEP sick pay plan benefits to supervisors, Payroll and external benefit vendors.

- Perform individual case analysis and benefits assessments utilizing accepted practices to determine appropriate case management action while providing employee return to work recommendations to business unit management. Utilize both internal and external services including independent medical exams, physician peer reviews and investigative services to maximize absence management consistency and desired program outcomes.

- Maintain program cost effectiveness through active case monitoring, evaluation, and coordination of benefits for absence cost recovery.

- Develop personalized return-to-work plans for employees that are consistent with standard practices and procedures by collaborating with relevant stakeholders in order to both acknowledge adequate treatment received and provide a safe return to work.

- Maintain confidential employee records and protect personal identifiable information.

- Prepare case notes and complete applicable forms and relevant absence management system data fields to document case activities in compliance with standard practices and regulations.

- Provide training, audits and case review, process documentation and consultative services to other Leave Specialists.

What we’re looking for:

Integrated Disability Leave Specialist Senior SG5

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources management, industrial management, health care administration, psychology or equivalent education or 5 years experience in medical terminology, case management or human resources.

Experience:

- A minimum of two years of experience in medical terminology, case management or human resources.

In addition:

- Preferred skill set is focus and experience in Worker’s Compensation

- Physical demand level is Sedentary.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization. Conflict resolution skills required.

- Ability to develop presentations and lead meetings to multiple stakeholder groups.

- Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new programs/databases quickly. Competency using Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

- Overtime as needed.

- Organizational and analytic/problem solving skills including ability to prioritize your workload.

Where you’ll work:

This role sits on site in Columbus Ohio.

What you’ll get:

Integrated Disability Leave Specialist Senior SG5($61,647-$77,056)

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

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At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$61,647.00-77,057.50 USD

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