Elizabeth Kidd, PHR, CPDM

Elizabeth Kidd, PHR, CPDM has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Elizabeth currently works as the Director of Leave Administration and Account Support at Parento since March 2022, where they administer parental leave programs and provides guidance on disability insurance and state benefits. Prior to that, they served as the Leave and Accommodation Administrator at Exact Sciences from April 2021 to March 2022, managing leave of absence and accommodation processes while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

From December 2019 to April 2021, Elizabeth worked at Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. as the Leave of Absence Manager, where they developed and managed the company's leave and disability programs and served as a consultant for disability accommodation matters. Before that, they were the Leave and Claims Administrator at The Larkin Company from March 2015 to December 2019, where they administered leaves of absences, disability benefits, and ADA administration for multiple clients.

Elizabeth also has experience as a Baby Signs® Independent Certified Instructor at Chic Baby from January 2012 to March 2015, facilitating play-classes for babies and toddlers to help parents communicate and bond with their children. Additionally, they worked as an Account Specialist at Aon Risk Solutions in 2014, providing support to a team of Account Managers and assisting with commercial insurance policies.

Earlier in their career, Elizabeth held positions at Sacramento Children's Home as the Family Resource Center Coordinator from November 2009 to November 2011, where they coordinated the center's activities and facilitated parent education workshops. Elizabeth also worked at AmeriCorps as a Family Resource Center Aide/Volunteer Coordinator from February 2008 to November 2009, managing volunteer recruitment and training, facilitating parenting classes, and conducting outreach.

Overall, Elizabeth has extensive experience in leave administration, accommodation processes, disability programs, and client support. Their background includes a strong focus on compliance with relevant laws and regulations, as well as providing guidance and support to employees and managers.

Elizabeth Kidd, PHR, CPDM has a strong educational background in the fields of Human Resources Management, Sociology, and American Ethnic Studies. Elizabeth obtained their Master's degree in Human Resources Management from Colorado State University Global in the years 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, they completed another Master's degree in Sociology at California State University-Sacramento from 2008 to 2012. Elizabeth also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in American Ethnic Studies from the University of Washington, which they obtained from 2004 to 2007.

In addition to their degrees, Elizabeth has pursued further professional development through various certifications. Elizabeth obtained the #BeHeard Employee Engagement Certification from Sparck in September 2022. Elizabeth also holds the Professional in Human Resources certification from the HR Certification Institute, which they obtained in January 2017. Furthermore, Elizabeth has earned the Certified Professional Disability Management certification from the IEA-Insurance Educational Association in December 2015. Elizabeth also achieved the Certified Leave Management Specialist certification from the Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC) in January 2017.

Overall, Elizabeth Kidd's education and certifications demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in the fields of Human Resources and Disability Management.