HR Assistant

Connexus•Upper Yoder Township, PA

6d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Assistant supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department, primarily focusing on benefits administration, employee compliance, clearances, onboarding, and personnel records. Working closely with the HR Manager, the role helps maintain accurate employee information, monitor deadlines, support new hires, and ensure required documentation is completed and current. The position also offers opportunities to assist with recruitment, timekeeping, and payroll-related administration as organizational needs arise. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across HR administration, employee benefits, compliance, onboarding, employee support, and HR technology. The role is suited to someone who is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in Human Resources.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Reliable follow-through and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Comfort working with technology, databases, spreadsheets, and digital records.
Accurate typing, data entry, and recordkeeping skills.
Sound judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to professionalism.
Ability to manage competing priorities and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least one year of HR or administrative experience; healthcare or home care experience is a plus.
Experience with employee records, benefits, onboarding, compliance tracking, or administrative processes.
Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS), applicant tracking systems (ATS), or document management systems.
Proficiency in Google Workspace, including Docs, Sheets, Drive, Gmail, and Calendar, as well as Microsoft Office.
Basic understanding of HR practices and employment regulations.

Responsibilities

Assist with benefit enrollment, qualifying life events, employee communications, and benefit tracking.
Respond to employee benefit questions and connect employees with appropriate resources and vendors.
Maintain benefit records, assist with reconciliations, and prepare reports as needed.
Support leave-related administrative processes, including FMLA, workplace accommodations, and workers' compensation.
Handle confidential employee and medical information with professionalism and discretion.
Track employee licenses, certifications, background clearances, driver's licenses, auto insurance, CPR certifications, TB testing, and other required credentials.
Monitor expiration dates and follow up with employees and supervisors regarding renewals.
Coordinate required pre-employment screenings, including background checks, MA Fraud checks, docket checks, and other applicable screenings.
Organize and maintain accurate digital and paper personnel files.
Assist with file audits, compliance reviews, tracking spreadsheets, and reports.
Communicate compliance concerns to appropriate departments and assist with follow-up on outstanding requirements.
Assist with new-hire onboarding and orientation.
Prepare onboarding paperwork and track completion of required documents.
Enter and update employee information in HR information systems and personnel files.
Process employee record updates and status changes.
Scan, organize, and maintain electronic documents to ensure records remain accurate and accessible.
Assist with posting job openings on Indeed and other recruiting platforms.
Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Assist with reference checks, recruitment tracking, and pre-employment steps.
Participate in job fairs, hiring events, and community outreach activities as needed.
Assist employees and supervisors with timekeeping questions, timecard reviews, and corrections.
Help maintain timekeeping records and provide administrative support for payroll-related processes.
Prepare spreadsheets, reports, correspondence, and other HR documents.
Assist the HR Manager with special projects and day-to-day departmental needs.
Follow applicable privacy, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements when handling sensitive information.