Business Office Assistant

Human Resource Assistant

Responsible for assisting with the overall Human Resource activities in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local regulations and organization procedural guidelines.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Processing new hires, status changes and terminations within defined timeframes.
• Completing I-9 processing, pre-employment background checks, drug testing, pre-employment reference checks for compliance.
• Creating job requisitions and sourcing/reviewing applications.
• Verifying medical licenses and certifications as needed.
• Processing associate absence and leave paperwork.
• Filing worker's compensation claims and coordinating with the Leave of Absence Coordinator, if time off is needed.
• Attending morning meetings.
• With guidance from Director of HR, assisting center leadership with interpreting labor regulations, HR guidelines and employment forms.
• Creating and maintaining personnel files in compliance with applicable legal requirements; auditing periodically and taking action to correct missing or incomplete items ASAP.
• Maintaining GCHEXs roster.
• Responsible for facilitating location general and HR orientation, and on-boarding for all new associates, coordinating with Recruiting, the Onboarding Champion Program Administrator, IT, and Hiring Manager.
• Reporting worked time and business expenses in accordance with organizational guidelines.
• Ensuring appropriate communication to facilitate prompt approvals on personnel actions.
• Maintaining associate files accurately and confidentially, under guidance and oversight of the Director of HR.
• Answering any associate inquiries regarding their time record, benefits and/or pay.
• Responsible for scheduling and facilitating Retention Committee Meetings, as well as tracking progress on turnover and retention goals.
• Assisting with achieving the turnover and retention goals.
• Screening all candidates as needed and attending local job fairs for recruiting when available.
• Marketing the center in the local community.
• Reviewing HR Daily Checklist which includes Workday Reports.
• Working with Director of HR under supervision for variety of general HR duties and assistance such as sitting in on performance coaching, associate investigations, or other HR-related meetings to take notes or support the Director of HR.
• Notifying the Director of HR of proposed terminations, obtaining authorization to proceed, and preparing termination documents in advance. Attending termination meetings for non-supervisory workers as a witness, countersigning documents as needed.
• Collecting company property such as badges, building keys, laptops or tablets, etc. Tracking and returning company property to appropriate parties, keeping a record of all items.
• Running and issuing Workday Learning Reports.
• Promoting the image and reputation of the System by exhibiting servant leadership and providing direct and open lines of communication.
• Contributing to the work of committees, workgroups, project management, and other collaborative efforts of the System.
• Performing other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the System.

Skills and abilities include:

• Clear and effective communication, both written and verbal.
• Keeping information strictly confidential.
• Taking care with grooming and attire to present appropriate professional image, adhering to both the HR and SNS Guidelines for Centers.
• Building rapport, managing relationships, and navigating sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.
• Demonstrating consistent, reliable attendance and performance of job responsibilities. Arranging backup coverage in advance and approved by Director of HR for PTO or other absences.
• Managing paperwork, maintaining records, and keeping track of various HR tasks and deadlines.
• Prioritizing tasks, managing time effectively, and meeting deadlines.
• Adjusting to changing priorities, new technologies, and evolving business needs.
• Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) preferably Workday, with direct hands-on experience across multiple functions including Recruiting, Core HRIS/HCMS, Time and Attendance, etc.
• Familiarity with various HR technologies and software used for recruitment, onboarding and other HR functions.
• Effective skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Staying up to date on relevant employment laws and regulations is crucial for ensuring compliance.
• Skills in attracting, recruiting, and onboarding new employees (Assists in Candidate Sourcing, Reviewing Resumes/Applications, Screening, and coordinating with Hiring Managers, with the Onboarding Champion Program Manager and Recruiting for smooth New Hire Onboarding)
• Addressing employee relations, performance management, and employee concerns keeping a professional demeanor. Reporting issues to Director of HRs for guidance and assistance as needed.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Or
• Associate's degree and three years HR related experience.
• Or
• High school diploma or equivalent and five years HR related experience.