Human Resource Generalist

Description

Statement of Purpose: 

The Human Resource Generalist will execute the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including interviewing, hiring and prescreening staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. The HR Generalist will also be responsible for employee relations to include investigating allegations that require corrective actions and / or performance improvement plans.

CAN Values: 

1. Recognize and affirm the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual.
2. Treat all those we serve with compassion and kindness.
3. Act with absolute honesty, integrity, and fairness in the way I conduct my business and the way I live my life.
4. Trust my colleagues as valuable members of our healthcare team and pledge to treat one another with loyalty, respect, and dignity.

Essential Functions:

1. Promotes and practices CAN Community Health’s mission and values and follows its policies and procedures.
2. Ensures confidentiality is maintained by entire team regarding patient/client information in accordance with HIPAA, professional and departmental standards.
3. Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
4. Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
5. Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
6. Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
7. Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource initiatives including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
8. Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
9. Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
10. Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education/Professional:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
2. 1 years’ experience of HR management preferred.
3. SHRM-CP preferred.
4. Minimum 4 years progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a clinical setting.

Competencies:

1. Leadership
2. Strategic Thinking/Problem Solving
3. Results Driven
4. Communication
5. Interpersonal Skills
6. Decision Making
7. Customer Service

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
2. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
3. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
4. Ability to rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
5. Demonstrates proficiency in verbal & written communication skills.
6. Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
9. Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
10. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
11. High comfort working in a diverse and team environment.

Work Environment:

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, audio visual, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

 Physical Requirements:

1. Neat, professional appearance.
2. Sedentary- Exerts up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly in lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
3. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities. 
4. Requires expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word, visual and auditory acuity.