HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

Human Resources Assistant

Yakima, WA 98902

Overview

Salary Range $22.31 - $33.47 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High school diploma or GED

Description

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Human Resources Assistant:

The HR Assistant serves as a supporting resource to HR staff and employees across the organization on a range of human resources and employment-related matters. Assists with maintaining the HR information system, ensuring accuracy in employee records, benefits enrollment, and time and attendance data. Supports the day-to-day functions of the HR department, including recruiting coordination, new hire onboarding, document preparation, and records management. Responds to routine employee inquiries and escalates complex issues to the HR Generalist or HR leadership as appropriate.

GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible for personnel file maintenance and compliance and conducts routine driver record and criminal history background checks. Conducts reference checks and a variety of clerical functions.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Associate's degree in business related field and one year of human resources related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, COMPETENCIES & MEASURABLE BEHAVIORS

• Accurately maintains personnel files, including accurate and timely filing of documents. Serves as a primary resource during external agency audits and surveys regarding file contents.
• Completes reference checking for prospective employees as requested by using the external background check platform, sending/receiving forms and/or making calls and accurately documenting information received directly from the reference.
• Maintains Driving Authorization data and submits Driving Record Requests in a timely manner. Monitors the database for the need to resubmit a Driving Record Request or a change in privileges. Provides notification to employee and supervisor when driving privileges change. Communicates with employees regarding updating expired licenses and obtaining proof of insurance following renewal.
• Enters updated information for various documents into the electronic credential tracking system in an accurate and timely manner
• Obtains and reviews routine criminal history background checks. Coordinates routine criminal history background check fingerprinting process as applicable.

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You: Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Excellent Benefits

• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Tuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional education
• Employer-funded student loan repayment assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.