DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

UHS • Nashville, TN

10d

About The Position

Hermitage Hall, a UHS company, is a psychiatric residential treatment hospital serving children and youth in Middle Tennessee. The Director of Human Resources provides overall HR strategy and support, aligning business objectives with employees and facility management in designated business units. The role advises management on human resources and employee-relations matters, champions employees, supports organizational change, and serves as the primary guardian of local HR policies and progressive-discipline procedures.

The Director assesses and anticipates HR needs and partners with the CEO and leadership team on strategic planning, staffing, and compliance with organizational policies and applicable statutes. The position also builds partnerships across areas of responsibility to provide services that support the facility’s business objectives. The role requires a full background check, including fingerprinting, a drug screen, and employment verification.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field required.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment law and wage-and-hour regulations required.
• At least 5 years of human resources experience required.
• At least 5 years of management experience required.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
• Must complete a full background check, including fingerprinting, a drug screen, and employment verification.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in human resources preferred.
• Healthcare experience and/or experience with co-occurring disorders is a plus.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management to develop, communicate, and administer human resources policies, guidelines, and procedures in accordance with laws and government regulations.
• Respond to employee-relations issues, including complaints involving possible harassment, discrimination, or misconduct.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day employee management to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Keep employee records current and process employee status changes in a timely manner.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment within designated facilities and maintain adequate staffing to support patient safety and organizational objectives.
• Partner with the CEO and leadership team on organizational strategic planning, staffing, and HR compliance.
• Serve as a consultant to management on human resources and employee-relations issues.
• Act as an employee champion and change agent, and oversee local HR policy and progressive-discipline procedures.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Free meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director