Employee Relations Director

Job Address: 8275 Allison Pointe Trail Suite 370 Indianapolis, IN 46250

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Interpret and ensure consistent application of CommuniCare policies and procedures Provide guidance and oversight on corrective actions to ensure fairness, consistency, and legal compliance Review and approve employee terminations to ensure appropriate process, documentation, and policy adherence Assist in conducting complex or high level investigations related to employee complaints, misconduct, and workplace conflict Receive and address escalated employee concerns and complaints, ensuring follow through and resolution Review and approve rehire and employee transfer requests in alignment with CommuniCare policies and operations needs Partner and maintain strong communication with leadership, offering expertise and support on employee relations matters Conduct training and coaching on employee relations processes, policies, documentation expectations, and HR best practices Identify trends and recommend proactive strategies to reduce turnover, minimize risk, and improve employee satisfaction Conduct regular HR audits to ensure compliance and regulatory requirement

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a strong focus on employee relations Prior experience in long-term care or healthcare setting strongly preferred Demonstrated expertise in handling complex employee relations issues, investigations, and dispute resolution Ability to manage sensitive issues with confidentiality the professionalism Experience working in a multi-state/locations, complex business environment preferred Strong organizational and decision making abilities

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving Conflict Resolution & Mediation Strong Written & Verbal Communication Employee Engagement & Cultural Awareness Data Analysis & Reporting

Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional, person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute services for individuals with chronic or complex conditions. Today, our more than 105 skilled nursing and long-term care facilities serve nearly 13,000 residents at any given time. To support our centers and ensure long-term success and continuity of care, CommuniCare has developed integrated lines of business spanning the full continuum of care. These specialized solutions include chronic disease management, memory care, telehealth services, Medicare insurance plans, behavioral health programs, and comprehensive medical services. Together, they enable us to deliver sophisticated, coordinated, and transformative care beyond the walls of our facilities. Our mission, Serve with Pride, is evident in the quality and consistency residents, families, and community partners have come to expect and trust. With more than 14,000 employees serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by placing extraordinary service above all else. We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to enhance quality of life-creating environments where residents feel at home, employees thrive, and families find comfort and confidence in the care we provide.

. Since 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional person-centered care as a national leader in post-acute care for those that are chronically ill or have complex conditions. Our more than 150 skilled nursing, assisted living, and long-term care facilities deliver sophisticated and transformative care to nearly 16,000 residents and patients at any given time. CommuniCare employs more than 19,000 employees across six states (Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania). As a family owned and operated company, family and heart are woven into every aspect of our continuum of care. Our mission, to serve with pride, is evident and a quality residents, families and community partners have come to expect and trust. Dedicated to improving the lives of seniors, we put extraordinary service above all else. We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to deliver a higher quality of life for those far beyond our facilities. Because of this, our facilities are a better place for residents to live, patients to stay, employees to work and families to heal.