HR Associate

Emerald Healthcare; Idle Hour (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO Plan

Job summary

Lexington Premier Nursing & Rehab is seeking an HR Associate to support human resources functions at our facility in Lexington, KY. You will assist with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and adept at managing multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality in a healthcare setting. This salaried role reports to the Administrator and supports HR initiatives to meet facility goals.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in HR or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous experience in an HR role, preferably in a healthcare or skilled nursing environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding: assist with job postings, resume screening, and interview scheduling.
• Employee Relations: be a point of contact for inquiries and help resolve issues.
• Benefits Administration: assist with health, retirement plans, and leave questions.
• Compliance and Record-Keeping: ensure labor law compliance and maintain confidential records.
• Training and Development: support training initiatives and track certifications.
• General HR Support: maintain databases and generate HR reports.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Discretion/confidentiality

HR knowledge

Education

Associates degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

HR software systems

Job description

HR Associate (Human Resources)

Job Title: HR Associate (Human Resources)

Location: Lexington, KY

Department: HR

Reports to: Administrator

Position Type: Salaried

Job Summary

The HR Associate will play a key role in supporting the human resources functions of our skilled nursing facility here at Lexington Premier Nursing & Rehab. This position involves assisting with recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws and regulations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Work Environment

Office setting within a skilled nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Onboarding:
  • Assist with recruiting efforts, including job postings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
  • Conduct new employee orientations and ensure a smooth onboarding process. Maintain and update job descriptions and employee handbooks.
• Employee Relations:
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns.
  • Assist in resolving employee issues and conflicts in a fair and consistent manner. Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Benefits Administration:
  • Administer employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave of absence.
  • Assist employees with benefits-related questions and issues.
  • Coordinate with benefits providers and manage open enrollment periods.
• Compliance and Record-Keeping:
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including timekeeping and attendance.
  • Assist with audits and reporting as needed.
• Training and Development:
  • Support ongoing training and development initiatives for staff.
  • Track and manage training records and certifications.
• General HR Support:
  • Assist with HR projects and initiatives as needed.
  • Maintain HR databases and prepare reports on HR metrics.
  • Collaborate with management to support facility goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous experience in an HR role, preferably in a healthcare or skilled nursing environment. Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HR software systems.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO Plan