HR Associate

Emerald Healthcare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO Plan

Job summary

Lexington Premier Nursing & Rehab in Lexington, KY is seeking an HR Associate to support recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance within a skilled nursing facility. The role emphasizes detail orientation, organization, and multitasking across HR functions.

The position reports to the Administrator and is a salaried, onsite role within the HR department, focusing on maintaining accurate records and facilitating staff development.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in HR or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Previous HR experience, preferably in healthcare or skilled nursing.
• 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 and HR software systems.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and onboarding, including postings, screening resumes, and interview scheduling.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and concerns; resolve issues fairly.
• Administer benefits programs and assist with open enrollment periods.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws; maintain confidential records.
• Assist with HR projects, track training, and generate HR metrics reports.
• Collaborate with management to support facility goals and objectives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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. o 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. o 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