HR Generalist - Leave of Absence & Employee Relations
Lifehouse Agency•San Rafael, CA
5d•$90,000
About The Position
At Lifehouse, we support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR professional to lead our leave of absence and workers’ compensation programs while supporting a positive, compliant, and people centered workplace.
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of HR experience including leave administration, employee relations, and workers’ compensation
- Strong working knowledge of federal, California employment and leave laws
- Experience managing FMLA, CFRA, ADA accommodations, and workers’ compensation claims
- HRIS and database experience required
- Excellent communication, analytical, and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail
- Commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Dedication to continuous learning and staying current on HR trends and compliance updates
Responsibilities
- Administer FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and other protected leaves from initial notice through return to work
- Determine eligibility, manage documentation, request medical certifications, and track intermittent or reduced schedule leave
- Lead the interactive process and manage reasonable accommodation requests under the ADA
- Coordinate return to work transitions and advise on next steps when employees do not return from leave
- Guide employees on how leave, PTO, disability benefits, and workers’ compensation interact
- Partner with payroll to ensure accurate pay, deductions, and timekeeping during leave
- Maintain accurate and confidential leave and accommodation records
- Administer workers’ compensation claims and track incidents and reports
- Collaborate with carriers and employees to ensure timely and effective claim resolution
- Maintain OSHA logs, prepare and post annual OSHA 300A forms, and ensure regulatory compliance
- Support employee concerns, performance coaching, and investigations
- Partner with HR leadership on complex employee relations matters
- Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
- Contribute to HR programs including HRIS management, performance management, and talent initiatives Promote a culture grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience up to approximately $90,000.00 annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
