Benefits Manager (1099 Contract, 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.

The Role

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.

Who You Are

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.

Nice To Have

Experience Driving Process Improvements In Loa Programs.

Skilled in managing benefits for variable-hour and piecework employees preferred.

Proficient in HRIS platforms (UKG/UltiPro preferred) and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).

Professional certifications (CEBS, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or similar).

How Your Skills And Passion Will Come To Life At Cerebral

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.

Who We Are (our Company Values)

We Deliver Client Impact

Relentlessly focusing on advancing personalized, high-quality, evidence-based care that improves people's lives

We Are One

Bringing our collective expertise together as a unified team, strengthened by collaboration, trust, diversity of thought and shared purpose

We Aim Higher

Continuously curious to drive our learning, our innovation and our personal growth to reach our full potential

We Are Generous

Giving more than we take with compassion, empathy, support, openness and a willingness to help those in need

We Are Accountable

Acting with courage, conviction and integrity to achieve our goals and ambitions to improve the lives of our clients

Cerebral is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

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Cerebral, Inc. is a management services organization that provides health information technology, information management system, and non-clinical administrative support services for various medical practices, including Cerebral Medical Group, PA and its affiliated practices (CMG), who are solely responsible for providing and overseeing all clinical matters. Cerebral, Inc. does not provide healthcare services, employ any healthcare provider, own any medical practice (including CMG), or control or attempt to control any provider or the provision of any healthcare service. “Cerebral” is the brand name commonly used by Cerebral, Inc. and CMG.