Benefits and Leave Manager

Benefits and Leave Manager at Sagent Behavioral Health Benefits and Leave Manager at Sagent Behavioral Health in New Brighton, Minnesota Posted in 11 days ago.

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Full-Time Job Description:

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Benefits & Leave Manager Location:

1900 Silver Lake Road, New Brighton, MN 55112

Working Model:

Hybrid Employee Type:

Full Time AtSagentBehavioral Health, we believe profound change is possible. As one of the largest behavioral health organizations in the Midwestwith 2,000+ team members across 80+ locations in five stateswe offer the stability and resources to help you thrive. Backed by more than 100 years of combined behavioral health experience,Sagentbrings together the trusted legacies of Ellie Mental Health, LifeWorks, Nystrom & Associates, Psychiatric Associates, Sandhill Counseling & Consultation, and Vantage Point. Here,you'llfind a supportive, inclusive culture where you can hone your skills, collaborate with a fantastic team, and build a rewarding career focused on what matters most: helping others find hope. Guided by our HOPE valuesHumility, Optimism, People-Centered, and Ethical Practicewe provide manageable caseloads, flexible schedules, and compensation options that work for youfrom salary to production-based models. As a Benefits and Leave Manager at Sagent Behavioral Health, you will oversee the strategy, administration, and compliance of the organizations employee benefits and leave programs. This role ensures that all programs are competitive, cost-effective and aligned with federal, state and specific program regulations. The manager serves as the primary subject matter expert for benefits, leave of absence, accommodation and related employee support processes.

Full Time Benefits:

Healthcare, Dental, Vision Free access to virtual urgent care and short-term counseling 401k, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Reasonable caseload expectations and flexible scheduling Comfortable,furnishedoffices and clinic environment Free attendance for internal

CEUs Responsibilities:

Lead the administration of all employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, wellness, and voluntary benefits. Manage the full lifecycle of employee leaves (FMLA, ADA, workers compensation, parental leave, Minnesota Paid Leave and Earned Sick and Safe Time, and company-specific programs). Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, and Minnesota-specific leave requirements. Serve as the primary liaison with benefit brokers, carriers, and third-party administrators. Oversee annual open enrollment, vendor renewals, and plan design recommendations. Develop and maintain benefit and leave policies, employee communications, training & educational materials. Provide guidance to managers and employees on leave eligibility, return-to-work processes, and reasonable accommodations. Analyze benefits utilization, cost trends, and employee feedback to recommend improvements. Manage audits, reporting, and filings (e.g., 5500s, ACA reporting, year-end 401(k) testing, premium audits). Maintain accurate records and ensure data integrity across HRIS and vendor systems Provide supervision and day to day support to 1 full time Employee Leaves & Accommodations Specialist.

Requirements:

Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience) preferred. 5+ years of experience in benefits and leave administration specifically with ICHRA plans highly preferred Prior management or lead experience preferred. Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, ERISA, ACA, COBRA, and state leave laws. Experience with HRIS and benefits administration platforms. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including ability to use basic formulas (e.g., SUM, AVERAGE, IF, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and the ability to format spreadsheets. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Experience implementing or managing Minnesota Paid Leave (effective 2026). Background in multi-state benefits administration a plus.