Benefits Manager Part-Time

Cerebral and Resilience Lab have joined forces to build a new standard in mental health care
—one that emphasizes better outcomes through stronger clinical decision-making
, rigorous training, and professional excellence. By combining Resilience Lab’s Methodology & clinically-led training Institute with Cerebral’s extensive reach, clinical network, and care capabilities, we are creating a national model for high-quality, integrated, and accessible behavioral health care.

We believe quality mental health care starts with curiosity, professionalism, and mastery of clinical decision-making. Joining our team means committing to show up on your best foot every day where you’ll be equipped with structured training, supportive supervision, and a methodology designed to guide you in making sound clinical decisions.

Cerebral is seeking a dynamic and experienced 1099 contract Benefits Manager to join our People Team part-time, in a fully-remote environment. This independent contractor role will oversee the end-to-end execution and continuous improvement of employee benefits and leave of absence programs. Success in this role requires a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, collaborates cross-functionally with ease, and brings a solution-focused, can-do attitude.

You’ll play a key part in shaping the employee experience while ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

This is a 1099 independent contractor position working a minimum of 20 hours per week at a rate of $40 - 45 per hour.

• 3+ years of experience in benefits administration and LOA programs, with 401(k) experience preferred.
• Proven ability to manage day-to-day operations, including vendor relationships, compliance, and employee engagement.
• Deep knowledge of benefits and leave-related compliance (ACA, FMLA, ADA, NDT, 401(k) audits, and Form 5500).
• Experience in account reconciliations between vendor statements and payroll systems to ensure accuracy of employee withdraws and vendor payments; collaboration with Accounting team to ensure appropriate GL balances.
• Strong analytical and project management skills; capable of prioritizing and delivering across multiple initiatives.
• Clear, confident communicator able to explain complex benefit topics to diverse audiences.
• Data-driven decision-maker with strong problem-solving abilities.

• Experience driving process improvements in LOA programs.
• Skilled in managing benefits for variable-hour and piecework employees preferred.
• Proficient in HRIS platforms (UKG/Ulti Pro preferred) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Professional certifications (CEBS, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or similar).

• Strategy & Leadership

  • Oversee the implementation of health, wellness, and retirement benefit programs.
  • Drive annual renewals and vendor RFPs, analyzing proposed changes for cost and business impact.
  • Conduct audits, surveys, and analysis on demographics, utilization, and program effectiveness to inform decisions.

• Operations & Compliance

  • Oversee day-to-day administration of benefits programs, including enrollment, vendor management, employee inquiries and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage LOA programs (FMLA, statutory leave), coordinating with payroll for accurate tracking and pay continuity.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including ACA, COBRA, ERISA, and HIPAA.

• Collaboration & Integration

  • Partner with HR, payroll, finance, and external vendors to deliver seamless benefits and LOA operations.
  • Lead retirement plan administration and coordinate 401(k) audits and NDT testing.

• Education & Communication

  • Develop and deliver benefits education strategies for new hires, open enrollment, and year-round engagement.
  • Create clear, accessible employee communications that empower informed decision-making.

• Measurement & Reporting

  • Identify key metrics and outcomes to measure program success; report insights to senior leadership.

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