HR Generalist

Job Description

Responsible for the implementation of human resources activities, including onboarding / offboarding, orientation, employment processing, credentialing, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records maintenance and management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and compliance. This position will also assist with managing and maintaining the HRIS system. Using a working knowledge of applicable employment laws and HR best practices, the HR Generalist provides related operational support, guidance for staff regarding policy interpretation, performance management, conflict resolution, corrective actions, investigations, terminations, and other functions to ensure alignment to the Friend Health - HRDI mission and services.

This position requires a strong combination of strategic thinking, attention to detail, and dedication to fostering a positive work environment.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required :
• Cultivates a positive and respectful work environment by fostering open communication.
• Takes the initiative to anticipate and address the needs of Friend Health – HRDI staff proactively.
• Ensure HR data accuracy and integrity by regularly auditing and updating employee records.
• Successfully support HR-related projects by meeting project milestones and deadlines.
• Adheres to all data protection regulations and company policies to safeguard confidential information.
• Uses discretion when overseeing sensitive employee matters, ensuring that discussions are confidential.
• Safeguards access to HR records and systems, preventing unauthorized personnel from accessing confidential data.
• Effectively manage and administer employee benefits programs to ensure employees can access comprehensive benefits information. Includes benefit enrollments, management, and reconciliation of benefits plans.
• Point of contact for employment laws and regulations, as well as HR best practices to mitigate risk.
• Responsible for providing guidance relating to Safety, Wage and Hour, Affir­mentative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, in addition, monitoring employee files for compliance as required by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
• Process, verify, and maintain personnel-related documentation (I-9s, OSHA and safety training, grievances, performance evaluations, employee leaves of absence, etc.).
• Respond to inquiries regarding applicable organization processes, policies, and procedures.
• Request and provide written verification of employment as necessary.
• Maintain employee personnel records.
• Facilitation of employee onboarding (process background checks, collect paperwork, collaborate with leaders, manage Onboarding Project Checklist, etc.).
• Conduct new employee orientation to include employee introduction to agency policies and practices.
• Work with HR leadership to review and revise job descriptions for accuracy, equity, and compliance.
• Meet recruitment targets by successfully filling positions with qualified candidates within the defined time limits including screening, interviewing, collaborating with managers and providing recommendations for the selection of applicants to fill vacant positions, as well as coordination of career and job fair participation.
• Posting vacancies within the agency as well as developing and placing ads for job openings in local papers and other markets as needed.
• Prepare and process Workers Compensation and Unemployment claim reports.
• Assist with Annual Audit preparation for programs and services.
• Perform various reporting functions as needed by different departments within the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• BA / BS degree in human resources, related field, or equivalent work experience. 5
  -7 years of experience in a similar position.
• Health and Welfare benefits experience required.
• Experience working within social services and non‑profit sector.
• Ability to manage…