HR Generalist

HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS • Town of Fishkill, NY

10h • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a motivated, approachable, and detail-oriented HR Generalist to support employee engagement, benefits administration, HR operations, employee relations, and compliance across its programs and departments. The position is based on-site at the HK Programs Corporate Office in Fishkill, New York, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Compensation is $26–$28 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The HR Generalist works directly with employees and managers across teams and locations. The role includes opportunities to deliver presentations, facilitate training sessions, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, solutions-oriented, and interested in supporting employees.

Healthy Kids Programs is a certified benefit corporation focused on accessible and affordable childcare and reports having more than 150 locations. The organization describes its culture as supportive and people-first and highlights opportunities for career development and growth.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of HR experience; generalist experience preferred.
• Associate degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong technology skills, ability to learn new systems quickly, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, including the ability to facilitate orientations, training sessions, and employee meetings using Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to create presentations and visual materials using Canva, PowerPoint, or similar tools, or ability to learn these tools quickly.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
• Ability to handle employee relations matters, performance discussions, and confidential employee information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and leadership.
• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

• Generalist HR experience.
• Experience creating presentations and visual materials using Canva, PowerPoint, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee information in Paylocity daily, including HRIS records, personnel information, and reports, while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist employees with benefits administration and general HR-related questions.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, including launching employee surveys, encouraging participation, and maintaining an active employee community page in Paylocity.
• Support employee retention initiatives and internal communications that promote connection, recognition, and a positive workplace culture.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and help ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct employee orientations, benefits presentations, and HR training sessions using Microsoft Teams and other presentation tools as needed.
• Create presentations, training materials, and employee communications using Canva and Microsoft Office tools.
• Partner with managers, program leadership, and site directors to address employee concerns, provide HR guidance, and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Support employee relations, conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary documentation.
• Assist with maintaining employee handbook policies and promoting consistent policy implementation across programs and departments.
• Handle sensitive employee information and HR matters with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize HR forms, correspondence, and personnel documentation.

Benefits

• Employer-paid childcare for children enrolled in the program on the days the employee works.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• AFLAC supplemental plans.
• 401(k) for eligible employees.
• Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and paid sick time off.
• On-demand pay.
• Career development and growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree