ADA Accommodations Specialist

Las Vegas, Nevada The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests. THE JOB: The ADA Accommodations Specialist is responsible for administering the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations program for an assigned property and/or business unit. This position provides support in the implementation of standardized policies and practices, that are associated with the accommodation process related to the administration of the ADA, to create departmental efficiencies and excellent customer service. The Accommodation Specialist works closely with the assigned property's HR, Corporate Legal, Workers Compensation, and Leave of Absence departments on coordination of requests and communication with employees and management regarding short and long-term ADA accommodations. All duties are to be performed in accordance with property and MGM Resorts policies, practices, and procedures. THE STARTING RATE: $25.00 hourly THE DAY-TO-DAY: Facilitate the interactive process with employees seeking a workplace accommodation under the ADA and determine an appropriate course of action based on multiple considerations Perform accommodation services to ensure compliance with regulations, Company policies, and standard work to support employee requests for accommodations in safe and productive assignments Develop transitional work assignments or long-term accommodations within the position based on restrictions and available job tasks. Communicate the transitional work assignment plan or accommodation to the employee and obtain their agreement. Educate employees and HR on complicated aspects of the return to work, accommodation, and complex case processes. Provide guidance, assess risk, resolve issues, and escalate as appropriate for employees, managers, and HR Escalate complex issues and cases including the inability to accommodate Perform case management and coordinate the accommodation process for end-to-end case management; this includes working with the employee, operations leaders, work location, and other stakeholders Provide support and guidance while performing activities related to short term and long term medical-based accommodations for employees at work or returning to work Consult, coordinate, and partner with HR, Safety, Legal, Payroll, Benefits, team members, and other departments/systems as appropriate Identify accommodation trends and recommend appropriate and consistent approaches for the organization Implement and administer a job search process for employees that cannot be accommodated Ensure Compliance with all state and federal regulations in relation to accommodation of disabilities in the workplace Maintain system records and documentation to ensure accurate and timely information/documentation Develop and provide training for employees, managers, HR, and others in the LOA program services Conduct a weekly scheduled ADA job search criteria and provide support as needed Maintain a detailed account of all ADA candidate expectations, communications, and actions Provide weekly reporting for all ADA candidate statuses to legal and employee relations partners THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required 2+ years of prior relevant experience working with employees on disability, leave of absence, Human Resources, or other employee relations functions required Previous experience in providing consultation on disability issues or leaves of absence required THE PERKS & BENEFITS: Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees) Professional and personal development opportunities through employee programs and network groups Free meals in our employee dining room Free parking on and off-shift at all MGM Resorts properties Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=10719-2 Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today! At MGM Resorts, we exist to entertain the human race and provide an unforgettable escape. From delivering excellence for our guests to building and sustaining our communities, you can join our diverse teams of world-class talent and thrive in our collaborative environment. Our iconic MGM Resorts brands offer everyone a wide variety of exciting career opportunities with access to unlimited growth. Be part of a unique world filled with anticipation, entertainment and unparalleled experiences combined with competitive rewards and exclusive perks. Together, we will use our meaningful relationships to continue to build our authentic culture. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International develops, builds and operates unique destination resorts designed to provide a total resort experience, including first-class accommodations and dining, world-class entertainment, state-of-the-art meeting and convention facilities, and high-quality retail and gaming experiences. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International believes in providing opportunity for every employee to grow, develop and succeed in a work environment where you can be your best. We encourage you to explore our job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at talent@mgmresorts.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our employment application site, including the protection of any personal information provided to us. For more information about MGM Resorts International, including our privacy policy and commitment to diversity and inclusion, please visit http://www.mgmresorts.com/careers. For California residents, also see our California Privacy Notice that describes the categories of personal information and sensitive personal information we collect and provides certain details about our processing of that information.