HR Manager

Delaware Caregivers; Fox Woods (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Delaware Caregivers, Newark, Delaware, seeks a seasoned Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations, shape culture, and ensure compliant, employee‑centric processes. This role partners with leadership to drive engagement, manage employee relations, administer benefits and leave programs, and build organizational development initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.

The successful candidate will bring expertise in employee relations, compliance, and strategic HR, guiding a collaborative team and

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of employee relations experience.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Experience administering employee benefit programs and leave management.
• Demonstrated workplace investigations and conflict-resolution experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Partner with organizational leaders to support business objectives and workforce initiatives.
• Drive programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and overall efficiency.
• Provide HR metrics and reporting insights.
• Serve as primary contact for employee relations matters.
• Conduct workplace investigations and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Provide coaching to managers on employee concerns and disciplinary actions.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive work environment.
• Oversee administration of benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, retirement, and ancillary).
• Lead annual open enrollment processes.
• Act as liaison between employees, brokers, and vendors.
• Assist employees with benefit questions and issue resolution.
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and applicable state and federal leaves.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement policy updates as needed.
• Maintain accurate employee records and confidential documentation.
• Support managers with performance management and employee development initiatives.
• Provide coaching and best practices related to employee performance.
• Mentor and support HR team members while encouraging professional growth.
• Help build leadership capability throughout the organization.

Skills

Employee relations

HR policy compliance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Strategic planning

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS platforms

Job description

Human Resources Manager

Job Location: 254 CHAPMAN ROAD - NEWARK, DE 19702

Newark, Delaware | Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience

Shape Culture. Empower People. Drive Organizational Success.

At Delaware Caregivers, we know that our people are our greatest strength. We’re looking for an experienced, strategic, and people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead and enhance our HR operations while helping create an exceptional employee experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys partnering with leadership, and is passionate about building a workplace where employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered to succeed.

If you’re a collaborative leader who brings expertise in employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, and organizational development, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Delaware Caregivers?

At Delaware Caregivers, we’re more than a healthcare organization—we’re a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients, caregivers, and employees every day.

What You’ll Love About This Opportunity

• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Group Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Opportunity to influence company culture and employee engagement
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Professional growth and career advancement opportunities
• Meaningful work within a mission‑driven healthcare organization
• The chance to make a lasting impact on employees and organizational success

Position Overview

As the Human Resources Manager, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees while overseeing the daily operations of the Human Resources department. You will play a critical role in fostering a positive workplace culture, ensuring compliance, managing employee relations, administering benefits and leave programs, and supporting strategic business initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Strategic HR Leadership

• Partner with organizational leaders to support business objectives and workforce initiatives
• Drive programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and overall efficiency
• Provide recommendations and insights through HR metrics and reporting

Employee Relations & Workplace Culture

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters
• Conduct workplace investigations and facilitate conflict resolution
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee concerns and disciplinary actions
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and positive work environment

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Oversee administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and ancillary benefits
• Lead annual open enrollment processes
• Act as the primary liaison between employees, brokers, and benefit vendors
• Assist employees with benefit-related questions and issue resolution
• Manage leave programs including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and applicable state and federal leave programs

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement policy updates as needed
• Maintain accurate employee records and confidential documentation

Performance Management & Development

• Support managers with performance management and employee development initiatives
• Provide coaching, guidance, and best practices related to employee performance
• Mentor and support HR team members while encouraging professional growth
• Help build leadership capability throughout the organization

What We’re Looking For

• A trusted HR professional who leads with integrity and professionalism
• A collaborative partner who builds strong relationships across all levels of the organization
• Knowledgeable in employment law, employee relations, and HR best practices
• An exceptional communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and solutions‑focused
• Comfortable handling sensitive and confidential information
• Adaptable and effective in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment
• Passionate about creating a positive employee experience

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of employee relations experience
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws
• Experience administering employee benefit programs and leave management
• Demonstrated workplace investigation and conflict‑resolution experience
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience in healthcare, home care, or another highly regulated environment
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)

Join a Team That Values People

At Delaware Caregivers, we recognize that exceptional care starts with exceptional employees. As our Human Resources Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping the employee experience, strengthening our culture, and helping our organization continue to grow and thrive.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply today and help build a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to do their best work. Join Delaware Caregivers and help us continue making a difference—one employee, one client, and one community at a time.