Human Resource Representative

Human Resources Representative works closely with management to recruit and retain talent. Promotes consistent application of and
compliance with Facility policies and procedures in addition to State Agency and Federal Health Care Administration regulations; and manages the day-to-day human resource functions.

DUTIES

Essential Duties
1. Serves as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
2. Responsible for employee development and retention:
a. Works with managers and supervisors to determine training needs and verify proper orientation and training programs are in place.
b. Supports recruitment and retention initiatives.
c. Assists department managers in conducting new hire surveys, exit interviews and routine employee satisfactions surveys.
d. Conducts human resources related training.
e. Tracks and coordinates employee performance evaluation process.
f. Serves as an employee advocate.
3. Responsible for employee recruitment and hiring process compliance:
a. Administers HR policies and procedures regarding recruitment and selection of candidates.
b. Pre-screens and interviews candidates as needed.
c. Tracks and maintains applicant flow and internal posting/application process.
d. Processes pre-employment paperwork (background checks, reference
checks, drug tests, etc.)
e. Facilitates and/or participates in New Hire Orientation Program for
employees, volunteers, and agency staff.
4. Responsible for employee record maintenance:
a. Maintains employee personnel files and records to verify compliance with
Facility policies, Federal and State laws and regulations.
b. Prepares paperwork and processes new hires, status changes, and
termination for timely and accurate record-keeping.
5. Coordinates employee benefit enrollment.
6. Actively participates on Safety Committee; may coordinate and track employee
work-related injuries/accidents and completes weekly reporting as directed.
7. Coordinates employee recognition and reward programs.
8. Advises managers and supervisors on corrective counseling procedures per policy; prepares and tracks corrective counseling documentation; and
participates in employee disciplinary meetings and employee terminations.
9. Processes payroll and may assist in accounts payable.

Standard Requirements
1. Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of the Facility.
2. Is knowledgeable of resident rights and supports an atmosphere which allows for
the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
3. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
OSHA and safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices,
established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or
correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
4. Adheres to:
a. Confidentiality of all data.
b. HIPAA regulations.
c. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and illegal and discriminatory behavior.
5. Supports and participates in common teamwork:
a. Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes
job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate
judgment.
b. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional
situations.
c. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents
regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
d. Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and
guests.
e. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance,
uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work
duties as assigned.
f. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a
positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.
6. Immediately reports incidents.
7. Maintains current practice standards or changes by participating in educational
opportunities provided by the Facility and outside resources.
8. Coordinates employee recognition and reward programs.
9. Advises managers and supervisors on corrective counseling procedures per policy; prepares and tracks corrective counseling documentation; and participates in employee disciplinary meetings and employee terminations.
10. .Payroll back-up.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: Associates Degree or B.S. Degree in Human Resources or related
field (or relevant professional experience to the position) preferred.

A.D.A.A.A ((Americans with Disabilities Act) as amended) REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, and walk and stand for most of the working day.
Requires manual dexterity sufficient to provide hands-on care to residents as well as to
operate standard office machines such as fax, telephone, etc. Requires normal range of
hearing and vision. Must be free from communicable diseases that post a direct threat
to the health or safety of others and which cannot be eliminated by a reasonable
accommodation. Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds. Must be able to carry and
transport supplies. Must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical health
examination as a condition of employment. Must be capable of performing the essential
functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation(s).

Skill(s): Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient
interpersonal relations and communicative skills; decision-making skill; basic computer
skills; able to operate various office equipment; auditory and visual skills. Must be able
to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, and possess sufficient
communication skills to perform the tasks required.

Experience: A minimum of one year experience in human resources related function
preferred; experience with recruiting, staffing, recognition, workers compensation and
policy interpretation preferred.