Chesni Guthery

Leave Supervisor @Hobby Lobby

Serves as the subject matter expert for leave and workers’ compensation programs in alignment and under the general direction and guidance of HR leadership and the legal department Interprets and administers leave types in accordance with the applicable federal and state employment laws (FMLA, USERRA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, etc.).Independently approves and/or denies leave cases based on relevant medical information. Coordinates and organizes all medical information and ensures that HIPAA and Employee Privacy guidelines are closely monitored and effectively executed.Manages all administrative aspects of leave and workers’ compensation claims to include tracking hours used/taken and working closely with the Human Resources and Payroll to ensure that pay for associates is accurate and correct.Works closely with associates to ensure that all relevant completed medical documentation is submitted for timely review. Maintains appropriate contact with all associates on leave and coordinates all aspects of return to work for associates on leave