HR and Talent Generalist

West River Mental Health; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life, short-term and long-term-disabil

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off, holidays, and floating/

Flexible scheduling opportunities

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

West River Mental Health is looking for a relationship-driven, highly organized Human Resources and Talent Generalist to join our HR team in Rapid City, SD. The role focuses on recruitment, onboarding, engagement, development, and retention of caregivers and staff who are dedicated to helping others.

The ideal candidate will build meaningful relationships with employees and leadership, drive onboarding experiences, support workforce initiatives, and contribute to a welcoming, empowering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience in human resources, recruitment, talent acquisition, employee engagement, or related areas preferred.
• Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and hiring activities, develop candidate relationships, support interview processes and partnerships to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Lead onboarding experiences that help new employees feel connected, prepared, and supported.
• Develop initiatives to strengthen employee satisfaction, workplace connection, recognition, and long-term retention.
• Champion organizational values through engagement opportunities, communications, recognition programs, and culture-building activities.
• Coordinate employee training, professional development, and workforce initiatives to encourage learning and growth.
• Build trusted relationships and serve as a resource for HR questions while partnering with HR leadership.
• Support ongoing development and improvement of HR programs, policies, procedures, and processes to enhance the employee experience.
• Contribute to Employer of Choice strategies and workforce initiatives that support a strong, sustainable workforce.

Skills

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Onboarding

Employee Engagement

Culture Building

Learning & Development

Employee Relations

HR Programs & Initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Lead. Connect. Make a Difference.

West River Mental Health is seeking a relationship-driven, enthusiastic, and highly organized Human Resources and Talent Generalist to join our Human Resources team. This position plays an important role in strengthening our workforce by supporting the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, engagement, development, and retention of talented individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

The Human Resources and Talent Generalist will help create a positive and meaningful employee experience from the first point of candidate contact through every stage of employment. This position will take an active role in recruitment and talent development, employee engagement, recognition and appreciation, workplace culture, and organizational initiatives that support WRMH's commitment to being an Employer of Choice.

The ideal candidate is a people-focused professional who enjoys building relationships, creating meaningful connections, developing new ideas, and bringing initiatives to life. This individual will work collaboratively with employees, leadership, and the Human Resources team to foster a welcoming, supportive, and engaging workplace where employees feel valued, connected, and empowered to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition: Coordinate recruitment and hiring activities, develop candidate relationships, support interview and selection processes, and strengthen community and educational partnerships to build a strong talent pipeline.
• Onboarding and Employee Experience: Lead and coordinate welcoming, engaging, and effective onboarding experiences that help new employees feel connected, prepared, and supported.
• Employee Engagement and Retention: Develop and support initiatives that strengthen employee satisfaction, workplace connection, recognition, appreciation, and long-term retention.
• Culture and Employee Connection: Champion organizational values and guiding principles through meaningful engagement opportunities, employee communications, recognition programs, and culture-building activities.
• Employee Development and Training: Coordinate employee training, professional development, leadership development, and workforce initiatives that encourage continued learning and growth.
• Employee Relations and Support: Build trusted relationships throughout the organization and serve as a resource for general HR questions, employee needs, and workplace concerns while partnering with HR leadership as appropriate.
• HR Programs and Initiatives: Support the ongoing development and improvement of HR programs, policies, procedures, and processes that enhance the employee experience and promote organizational effectiveness.
• Organizational Workforce Initiatives: Contribute to Employer of Choice strategies, employee wellness, CCBHC workforce initiatives, and other organizational priorities that support a strong and sustainable workforce.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in human resources, recruitment, talent acquisition, employee engagement, or related areas preferred. Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services is beneficial.

Why Join WRMH?

At West River Mental Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that creating a supportive and engaging workplace begins with investing in the people who make our mission possible.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, holidays, and floating holidays
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Join a team where your work makes a difference—not only in the lives of those we serve, but in the experiences of the people who serve them.