Director - Human Resources (Behavioral Health Hospital)

Universal Health Services; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital in New Orleans, affiliated with Universal Health Services, seeks a Human Resources Director to lead HR operations for the facility, including recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations and performance management. This role reports to the CEO and is not a remote position.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in business/HR, SPHR/PHR preferred, at least five years in HR with healthcare experience and supervisory or director-level responsibilities;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, HR or related field required; SPHR/PHR preferred.
• Minimum five years in HR; healthcare HR experience preferred; supervisory/director experience.
• Familiar with Joint Commission Standards; strong HRIS and payroll system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR generalist support for the facility and recruit for vacant positions.
• Facilitate orientations, maintain personnel records and benefits enrollment.
• Guide supervisors on performance management and respond to unemployment matters.
• Organize employee activities and in-services; ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

HR systems

HR reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, HR or related field

Tools

iCIMS

Workday

KRONOS

ADP

Payroll systems

Job description

Responsibilities

WHO WE ARE:

River Oaks Hospital, affiliated with Universal Health Services, is located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma-based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders. Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient).

For more information about our hospital, please visit: https://riveroakshospital.com/

POSITION OVERVIEW: HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

The Human Resources Director is responsible for providing overall human resources generalist support for the facility, which includes recruiting for vacant positions, facilitating general employee orientations, maintaining all personnel records and files, facilitating employee benefits enrollment, providing guidance and support to supervisors with respect to employee performance management; responding to unemployment compensation correspondence, and organizing all employee activities and in-services. The Human Resources Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer. This position is not a remote position.

BENEFIT AND REWARDS HIGHLIGHTS

• Challenging and rewarding work environment

• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University

• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

• Pet Insurance

• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Human Resources or related field is required. Current SPHR/PHR certification is highly preferred.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years' experience in Human Resources. A minimum of two years' experience working in Human Resources within a healthcare setting highly preferred. Must have previous Supervisory or Director-Level experience.

Additional Requirements: Prefer candidates with good understanding of HR related Joint Commission Standards and be familiar with the Joint Commission Survey process. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Technically proficient in HR Systems (applicant tracking, HRIS, learning management systems, payroll systems, etc.). Working knowledge of iCIMS, Workday, KRONOS, ADP, payroll processing systems. Strong computer knowledge, in Word and Excel, and ability to prepare HR reports.

Additional Skills:

• HR Certification (through HRCI or SHRM) preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required and an understanding of Federal and State employment laws and regulations related to HR.
• Working knowledge of administering wage/salary programs, benefits, workers compensation, recruiting/retention plans, training/staff development, and employee relations.
• Requires leadership, organizational, supervisory and administrative capabilities
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of various software, internet-based HR systems and email.
• Ability to work in a high volume/ high stress environment.

About Universal Health Services (UHS)

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com