HR Assistant

HR Assistant

The Child and Family Guidance Center provides comprehensive and collaborative outpatient mental health services to children, adolescents and their families throughout the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys.

We are seeking a full-time Human Resources Assistant for our Human Resources department. This position will be responsible for supporting Human Resources staff and all functions within the Human Resources department. We empower children, youth and families to flourish in vibrant communities.

Child and Family Guidance Center (CFGC), established in 1962, is a leading provider of community mental health and social services in the San Fernando and Antelope Valleys. Our mission is to empower children and families to achieve health and well-being through innovative mental health services. We serve thousands of children and families annually. We are inspired by our staff of caring and committed professionals. We are seeking passionate people to join our team.

If our mission resonates, keep reading. As part of our team, you will join us in providing a continuum of prevention, early intervention, and intensive treatment services to children and families. We offer services in our offices, at schools, and in homes. Together, we seek to create stronger, more resilient communities. Your role will center around changing lives, extending our reach, deepening our impact, and building meaningful outcomes for those seeking help.

We envision a workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect; commitment, accountability and leadership exist at all levels; everyone is encouraged to share their ideas, hopes, concerns and aspirations; we share in a culture of inclusion and transparency; we are committed to our own professional growth with openness and humility; we inspire and encourage one another through positive, future-focused coaching; we are committed to quality services and sound business practices; we are one interconnected team committed to achieving CFGC's mission.

One Team … One Goal Resilient Together! The Child and Family Guidance Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all. Come Join Our Team!!!

Essential Job Functions: Support daily HR operations including employee relations, onboarding, offboarding, and recruitment processes. Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and internal policies, including I-9 documentation, licensing, and workplace postings. Assist with HR systems and employee support, including timekeeping troubleshooting, password resets, and HR inquiries via phone and email. Provide bilingual (English/Spanish) support to employees and clients as needed. Coordinate onboarding and separation processes, including new hire setup, orientation, exit processing, and system access management. Support recruitment activities such as resume screening, phone interviews, scheduling, and applicant tracking. Generate HR reports for leadership, monitor performance evaluations, and assist with compliance tracking and audits related to certifications, training, and regulatory requirements. Support benefits administration, leave of absence processes, and workers' compensation claims, including documentation and follow-up. Assist with workplace safety programs, OSHA compliance, drills, ergonomic assessments, and required postings across facilities. Support employee engagement initiatives including recognition programs, company events, wellness activities, and internal communications updates. Maintain and update company recognition platforms (new hires, promotions, birthdays, licensed employees). Provide general administrative support such as maintaining office supplies, organizing shared spaces, coordinating travel and catering, and assisting with special HR projects. Attend HR meetings and take accurate meeting minutes; distribute notes, track action items, and maintain confidential records of discussions and decisions. Collaborate with managers and other departments on HR-related matters. Perform other administrative and clerical duties as assigned.

Skills You Need: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish required. Must be able to exemplify the Center's "Workplace Vision" of treating everyone with dignity and respect. Minimum of 2 years of successful administrative work; HR experience preferred. MS Excel (pivot tables), Word, Outlook and PowerPoint and Adobe proficiency. Must be have a high level of attention to detail/accuracy, highly organized, resourceful, productive, and dependable. Must have a good sense of judgment in handling employee issues as pertaining to the position. Must be able to prioritize and plan work activities and use time effectively. Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently with minimal oversight. Must be able to complete projects and reports in a timely fashion. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of all employee records, information and employee situations. Must be able to get along with others in a courteous and respectful manner. Must have a good attendance record in addition to being punctual by consistently being on time to work, meetings, and appointments. Must continuously have a clean driving record in order to be insurable under the Center's automobile insurance policy.

Hours: FSLA Status: non-exempt 40 Hours (Full Time) 8:00 am- 5:00 pm (Monday- Friday) Work schedule is based on the needs of the Center Compensation: $21.63 – $26.00 per hour, based on experience. Education Required: High school diploma or GED required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.