Employee Relations Specialist

BriteLife Recovery•Englewd Clfs, NJ

17d•Remote

About The Position

Employee Relations Specialist ENGLEWD CLFS, New Jersey Salary $70000 / yr Type Full Time Experience 3 years Education ASSOCIATE Employee Relations Specialist Location: Remote Department: Human Resources Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer About Britelife Recovery Britelife Recovery is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while fostering a supportive and compliant workplace culture. We believe our employees are central to our mission, and we are committed to hiring, developing, and supporting team members who align with our values and standards of excellence. Position Summary The Employee Relations Specialist plays a critical role in promoting a positive employee experience across the organization. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong interpersonal skills, and sound judgment in navigating employee relations matters. The Specialist will support and oversee aspects of talent acquisition, conduct employee interviews, resolve workplace conflicts, and ensure compliance with state and federal employment regulations across all states in which Britelife Recovery operates. This role works closely with the Chief Administrative Officer to escalate and address sensitive employee relations, legal, or compliance-related concerns.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in employee relations, human resources, or talent acquisition
Strong attention to detail and documentation skills
Proven experience conducting employee interviews and resolving workplace conflicts
Ability to evaluate resumes, assess candidate qualifications, and develop targeted interview questions
Knowledge of or ability to learn state and federal employment laws
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or substance use disorder treatment settings
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar)
Experience supporting multi-state organizations
Familiarity with HRIS and applicant tracking systems

Responsibilities

Conduct employee interviews related to performance concerns, complaints, and workplace issues
Manage employee relations matters with professionalism, discretion, and consistency
Facilitate conflict resolution and mediation between employees and leadership
Document investigations, findings, and outcomes with strong attention to detail
Identify trends and proactively recommend solutions to improve employee engagement and retention
Assist in and oversee talent acquisition activities to ensure the selection of qualified, mission-aligned candidates
Review and evaluate resumes to assess candidate suitability and identify follow-up interview questions
Partner with leadership to determine appropriate salary offers based on company initiatives, internal equity, and market standards
Ensure onboarding processes provide a positive, organized, and welcoming experience for new hires
Support continuous improvement of recruitment and onboarding practices
Maintain working knowledge of state and federal employment laws across all operating states, or demonstrate the ability to quickly become proficient
Ensure employee relations and hiring practices align with legal and regulatory requirements
Collaborate with the Chief Administrative Officer on matters requiring escalation related to legal, compliance, or risk management
Support audits, policy updates, and compliance initiatives as needed
Serve as a trusted partner to leaders and employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and best practices
Provide guidance on corrective action, performance management, and employee communication
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations