Senior Human Resources Generalist

GuideStar Eldercare•Crown Point, IN

About The Position

The Senior Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in overseeing the Human Resource Department’s responsibilities and activities at GuideStar Eldercare. The role regularly exercises independent judgment and discretion in employee relations, employment-law and regulatory compliance, and management training and development. The Generalist evaluates HR processes, recommends improvements, and implements approved changes in coordination with the Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, or Executive Leadership Team. The position works as reasonably scheduled by the company and may perform additional duties assigned by the Manager of Human Resources, CHRO, and Executive Leadership Team. All GuideStar employees must be vaccinated against the flu; GuideStar follows applicable laws.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
Six or more years of experience as an HR Coordinator, Generalist, or Specialist.
SHRM or PHR certification required.
Deep understanding of employment law and regulations.
Efficient HR administration and people-management skills.
Excellent record-keeping skills.
Strong knowledge of HR functions and best practices.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work comfortably under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong computer literacy, including email, Microsoft Office, and HR software.
Strong organizational and conflict-management skills.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to pass background testing, including motor vehicle record review and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Assist with internal and external HR-related employee relations matters, excluding recruiting.
Assist with managing the HR Coordinator’s workflow.
Help develop organizational guidelines and procedures; research and recommend HR best practices; and assist with developing and implementing policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Recommend strategies to motivate employees and improve retention.
Coordinate complaints, discipline, and terminations; investigate and resolve employee issues; process unemployment claims; and assist with responses to EEOC charges and investigations.
Conduct exit notifications and interviews, and coordinate the return of company equipment.
Coordinate employee development plans and performance management, including introductory-period reviews, annual performance reviews, and monitoring disciplinary and remedial progress plans.
Ensure federal and state wage-and-hour compliance.
Manage personnel records and the HRIS system, and prepare reports as needed.
Manage inclement-weather alerts and employee attendance.
Oversee clinical employee state collaborative agreements.
Draft or amend employment agreements as needed to cover PTO or FMLA absences.
Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
Develop employee training programs for managers and others as needed.
Provide benefits administration as needed to cover PTO or FMLA absences.
Manage regulatory compliance, including annual reporting for insurance carriers and Medicare/Medicaid, as well as OSHA and EEOC requirements.
Keep current with federal, state, and local HR laws and regulations, including HR posting requirements.
Oversee paid and unpaid time off in compliance with federal and state laws, including FMLA and ADA, and manage short- and long-term disability claims.
Plan, execute, and assist with HR-related special projects.
Execute departmental process-improvement initiatives.
Manage workers’ compensation claims.
Perform additional duties as assigned.