Benefits Manager

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building competitive, compliant, and employee-centered benefits and compensation programs? We’re looking for a Benefits Manager to lead and optimize our total rewards strategy in alignment with organizational goals. In this role, you'll play a key part in shaping a positive colleague experience, ensuring compliance, and managing leave programs, all while partnering with a high-performing HR team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing healthcare organization that values innovation, excellence, and compassion.

Who we are:

At Care Hospice, we're not just a company; we're a team united by a common goal – providing exceptional hospice and palliative care to those in need. As a leading national provider, we take pride in our patient-centric approach and the positive impact we make on countless lives. And right now, we're in a period of rapid growth, making it the perfect time to join us on our exciting journey!

Our commitment to our colleagues is unwavering, and we offer an exceptional compensation package and industry-leading benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
• A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
• Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
• Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience

• Design and drive a compelling total compensation strategy that supports organizational growth and attracts top talent
• Stay ahead of the curve by researching trends and benchmarking benefits to ensure we remain competitive in the market
• Empower leadership with insights by analyzing benefit options and projecting future costs to support smart, strategic decisions
• Champion compliance by staying up to date with evolving federal, state, and local laws—ensuring our programs are always audit-ready
• Be the go-to expert for employees, providing clear guidance and timely support on all benefit-related questions and concerns
• Lead with compassion as you manage employee leave programs including FMLA, short- and long-term disability, ensuring a smooth experience during challenging times
• Build strong partnerships with benefit providers to ensure seamless delivery and exceptional service for our employees
• Keep finances on track by reviewing and approving benefits billing, ensuring accuracy and cost-efficiency
• Drive decision-making with data—compile reports that identify trends, surface insights, and help shape future benefit strategies

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (required)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in compensation and/or benefits management, preferably in a multi-state healthcare organization
• 1–3 years of supervisory or management experience (preferred)
• Professional certifications such as CEBS, CBP, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP (highly desired)
• Strong knowledge of benefit and compensation laws, policies, and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint, and experience with HRIS and benefits platforms

$100,000 - $115,000 per year (Average Pay Range). The pay range listed represents a general guideline for the role and is not a guarantee of the final offer. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position. Final compensation rate will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.