Human Resources Coordinator

Select Medical • West Orange, NJ

4d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation our services have been designed for patients who need a longer rehabilitation hospitalization for their recovery. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to join our team. As a Human Resources Coordinator, you will manage all aspects of the Human Resources department in coordination with the regional Human Resources Director and the corporate Human Resources team, payroll department and recruitment department. In this role, you will be part of a group of committed HR professionals where you can utilize your education and skills while making a real impact as a strategic partner.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field, or a combination of education and experience required
• Two or more years of experience in Human Resources
• Competency in Microsoft Office suite, as well as computer applications relating to Human Resources Functions required

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to a board range of functions required.
• Previous HR experience in a health care facility with exposure to Joint Commission, and CMS preferred
• Familiarity with benefit administration, basic HR functions, Payroll Administration, and state and federal employment laws
• Must be detail-oriented with expertise in problem solving, observation, group dynamics, and interpersonal relations

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates employee files: HR, Employee Health, Agency and Contract Services with accurate and complete information and maintains the HR grid and required tracking
• Prepares and maintains employee new hire packets and ensures accurate and timely completion of the new hire process and paperwork
• Maintains postings, files, and procedures that are in compliance with federal and state statutes
• Opens and distributes all incoming mail. Screens all incoming correspondence, and, in the absence of the HR Manager/Director refers materials requiring immediate attention to the appropriate department
• Accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing with the coordination and support of corporate payroll
• Coordinates recruitment processes in compliance with the hospital’s recruitment plans
• Pro-actively addresses employee concerns and with the HR Manager or HR Director coordinates any necessary investigations
• Processes and maintains all worker’s compensation claims in a timely manner and according with the company’s Return to Work program
• Processes all unemployment requests, FMLA and Leave of Absences in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensures confidentiality and professionalism is maintained when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.

Benefits

• Full-benefits package (Including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!)
• Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
• Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP) and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees