Benefits Specialist

Camelot Community Care employs over 500 dedicated and talented professionals who lead us in our efforts of helping children reach their fullest potential. Working for Camelot is a unique experience where each employee is asked not only to shape the future of the children they serve, but also help shape the future of the company. We take pride in our organizational culture of allowing local programs and staff an appropriate amount of autonomy to design and deliver services that best meet their community's needs.

Camelot is not a top‑heavy organization but instead we place our trust and confidence in local leadership with the corporate administration providing guidance, support and the necessary resources to provide high quality services.

The Benefits Coordinator is responsible for administering and coordinating all employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leaves of absence. This position ensures compliance with all federal and state regulations and serves as a primary contact for employees regarding benefits‑related inquiries.

• Administer and maintain employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, retirement, and other plans).
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees with questions about benefits, eligibility, coverage, claims, and plan changes.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, including communication materials, employee meetings, and system updates.
• Process benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and in a timely manner.
• Liaise with insurance carriers, brokers, and vendors to resolve benefit issues and discrepancies.
• Audit and reconcile monthly benefits invoices and payroll deductions for accuracy.
• Maintain and update benefits records in the HRIS system and ensure data integrity.
• Support administrative compliance with COBRA, HIPAA, ACA, ADA, FMLA, and other applicable regulations.
• Assist with leave administration and coordinate with managers and employees to ensure accurate tracking and communication.
• Manage benefits communications, including newsletters, intranet postings, and employee education initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain reports related to benefits metrics and compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience in benefits administration or HR generalist role required.
• Knowledge of federal and state benefits laws and regulations (COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ACA, ERISA).
• Experience with HRIS and benefits administration systems (e.g., Paycom, etc.).