Human Resources Specialist

Helen Newberry Joy Hospital•Newberry, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want to be part of a professional group of mission-minded people working to improve the lives of their family, friends, and neighbors? Come join our independent health system team at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital & Healthcare Center to make contributions that are valued and where your community impact is real. Our work environment pairs technologically advanced capabilities with a deep sense of caring for every patient, every time. If compassion, customer service, quality work, respect, and teamwork are important to you too, we would welcome the chance to talk to you about joining our team. Located in Newberry, Michigan, our friendly community offers a relaxed pace of life many are seeking. When our staff leave work they enjoy affordable living with almost immediate access to lakes and forests. Our county is a well known playground for snowmobiling, trail riding, golfing, fishing, and more. Reach out to see how you can be part of this dynamic organization that is deeply woven into the region.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or Healthcare, will consider equivalent experience.
2–4 years of HR generalist or specialist experience preferred.
Friendly, approachable demeanor, good with listening, hearing and communicating.
Knowledge of Human Resource practices, HR and benefit software and advising management on employee matters.
Experience with HRIS and benefits software and Microsoft Office suite.
Exceptional problem-solving, technical and organizational skills.
Improves processes to ensure HR services provide optimum value.
Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Create job postings in iSolved Jobs software, screen candidate applications, conduct phone interviews, coordinate with management through interview process, candidate selections, background checks, offer letters and prepare new-hires to join us. Oversee contractor vendors for travel staff.
Facilitate employee orientation sessions, coordinate with all presenters, update materials and ensure new hire readiness to start work.
Maintain accurate employee records, scan and upload documents, update all personnel data changes, run reports in the iSolved, the HR information system.
Manage all benefits open enrollments, update life changes, and employee inquiries; interface with benefits and retirement providers software.
Assist with coordinating training programs, update learning curriculums and set up new modules in CareLearning software.
Respond to employee and supervisor questions on policies, performance, and workplace concerns while maintaining confidentiality.
Provide human resources guidance and management advice on performance, discipline and development for normal and offbeat issues.
Support initiatives to enhance workplace culture, recognition programs and retention efforts.
File claims, maintain case records and communicate with insurance provider.
Process medical and FMLA leaves,
Ensure adherence to employment laws and internal policies, including documentation and reporting requirements.