People Operations Specialist

Description

Do you have experience in recruitment or Worker's Compensation? Are you looking for an opportunity to work for a non-profiit, mission-based organization that helps individuals in need?

If so, consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Team as a People Operations Specialist, a rewarding experience that will give you a great sense of personal achievement!

Being a People Operations Specialist has its Advantages

You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion in People Operations. We offer:

• A wealth of resources and connection opportunities with our national network of People Operations professionals
• Opportunities to learn and grow professionally
• Over 5 weeks of paid time off your first year.
• Quality Low-Cost Benefits, plus student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period for new hires!
• Access to the Savi Student Loan Checkup tool to help you navigate the student loan system - quickly see your repayment plan options and discover potential savings!
• A rewarding career while making a difference!

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health New York provides programs and services for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and dual diagnoses. As a People Operations Specialist based out of Red Hook, NY (upper Dutchess County), you will:

• Provide recruitment support and candidate management (managing the organization's ATS (iCIMS), coordinating and scheduling interviews, drafting and sending candidate communications, posting job requisitions, screening resumes, assisting with recruitment events, etc.)
• Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding (scheduling and tracking pre-employment appointments, administering drug screens, collecting and verifying references, submitting required background checks, monitoring pending results, preparing files, ensuring documents are complete and accurate, assisting with orientation setup, etc.)
• Ensure compliance and recordkeeping (maintaining compliance tracking logs for all pre-employment and onboarding activities, partnering with Manager to ensure staff meet requirements, conducting periodic audits of files, handling confidential information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policy, etc.)
• Support the Worker's Compensation function by: processing claims; maintaining the state mandated log and injury spreadsheet; filing WC forms in a timely manner; maintaining regular contact with Gallagher Bassett Claims Management, Kingstree Case Management, and injured employees; and keeping the Executive Director abrest of trends, safety issues, etc.
• Provide People Operations support (assisting with HRIS entry, collaborating with the team to ensure smooth hiring and onboarding experiences, providing exceptional customer service, special projects as assigned, etc.)

Salary: (commensurate with education and experience)

With HS diploma: $23.50 - $25.14 per hour

With Bachelors: $24.50 - $26.21 per hour

With Masters: $25.50 - $27.28 per hour

You deserve to work somewhere that gives back to you! Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition assistance and student loan repayment, among other benefits!


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Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources, onboarding, or people operations; nonprofit or healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with state and federal background clearance processes (e.g., OPWDD, Justice Center, NYSED) a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems (e.g., Oracle, Kronos, ICIMS).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to the mission of supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

Company Overview

Company Overview


Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults - and their families - every year.


Our Mission: Devereux changes lives - by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.


With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.


Our Culture, Our Expectations


At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide - every day - for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.


We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity - offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors - is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world - one person, one family, one community at a time.


What Devereux Offers You


In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

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Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE