HR Generalist - Onsite, Benefits & Training Leader

summitbhc; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Peak Behavioral Health in Santa Teresa, NM is seeking an HR Generalist to oversee recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS maintenance, training, and employee relations in a healthcare setting. This onsite role requires strong regulatory knowledge and collaboration with leaders to support engagement and compliance.

The position calls for a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years in HR, with knowledge of employment laws and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business or related field required OR High School diploma plus related comparable experience.
• Three or more years' experience in a progressively responsible HR role.
• Knowledge of The Joint Commission, facility licensing standards and third-party payor requirements is beneficial.
• Working knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, employees, and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Manages processes connected with the recruiting, selection, and onboarding of new employees.
• Coordinates new hire and benefits orientation and employee training programs.
• Administers the benefits program ensuring timely enrollment of employees to health benefits and 401K.
• Explains and answers employee questions regarding benefit coverage, deductibles, coinsurance, etc.
• Ensures that all activities relating to the benefits programs are communicated throughout the company via newsletters, email correspondence, and/or memos and facilitates orientation sessions for employees.
• Assists in processing of leave benefits including FMLA, STD and LTD.
• Processes and monitors Worker's Compensation and unemployment claims and coordinates services with third party administrators.
• Maintains current employee files and audits regularly for compliance. Tracks and ensures mandatory requirements such as licenses and training are timely competed.
• Accurately and timely enters new employee data and employee status changes into the HRIS.
• Coordinates all mandatory training classes to meet regulatory requirements. Tracks staff training on the Learning Management System.
• Assists with review of employee handbooks, policies and procedures and recommends changes or updates as needed.
• Provides coaching and consultation to managers, supervisors and other employees to help prevent and solve problems related to human resources.
• Assists in maintaining positive employee relations including organizing engagement and recognition activities.
• Performs activities in a variety of cross-functional areas and interact directly with corporate employees with respect to planning, problem resolution, process improvement and reporting.
• Advises managers on performance management, workforce planning, compensation issues, recruitment, and onboarding activities.
• Prepares monthly reports to ensure all employees are in compliance with federal, state and licensing agency regulations.
• Acts as a liaison between the HR Department and Payroll Department regarding payroll deductions, timesheets, and various payroll reports.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, business or related field

Job description

Peak Behavioral Health in Santa Teresa, NM is seeking an HR Generalist to oversee recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS maintenance, training, and employee relations in a healthcare setting. This onsite role requires strong regulatory knowledge and collaboration with leaders to support engagement and compliance.

The position calls for a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years in HR, with knowledge of employment laws and licensing standards.