Human Resource Assistant (West Hills)

Gersh Autism Academy; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k matching

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Gersh Autism Academy is seeking a proactive Human Resource Assistant to support HR operations, benefits, and HRIS processes. This role will be the first point of contact for employees, handling day-to-day HR questions, new hire orientation, records maintenance, time and attendance, and reporting using Excel and Office tools.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 1–3 years of HR support experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in HR support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Experience with LOA, unemployment claims, and benefits preferred.
• Experience with working in multiple HRIS systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries and HR support.
• Manage day-to-day HR questions related to policies, benefits, and HR processes.
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions.
• Maintain and update employee records in HR databases and systems.
• Manage time and attendance.
• Prepare reports and HR documents using Excel and Office tools.
• Ensure HR practices align with organizational values and legal standards.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Discretion/confidentiality

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment adaptability

HR support experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

HRIS systems

Job description

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Human Resource Assistant to join our team and support our mission. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent organizational ability, and a can-do attitude. You will be the first point of contact for employees, providing HR support, resolving day-to-day questions while fostering a positive workplace environment.

In addition to core HR responsibilities, this role includes supporting employee benefits and HRIS processes, requiring a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

HR Support

• Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, providing timely and professional HR support.

• Manage day-to-day HR questions related to policies, benefits, employee relations, and other HR processes.

• Conduct new hire orientation sessions.

• Maintain and update employee records in HR databases and systems.

• Time and attendance management.

• Provide administrative support, including preparing reports and HR documents using Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.

• Ensure HR practices are consistent with organizational values and legal standards.

• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits Support

• Serve as a resource for employees on benefit-related questions, enrollment, and issue resolution.

• Help prepare and distribute employee benefit communications and updates.

• Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure data integrity in HRIS systems.

**HRIS Support**

• Process employment verification requests.

• Monitor and manage attendance points, review attendance reports, and coordinate necessary adjustments in accordance with school leadership and company policies.

• Prepare HR reports, audit employee data, identify discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of HRIS records.

• Coordinate pre-employment administrative tasks, track required documentation, and support the completion of onboarding requirements for new hires.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

• 1-3 years of experience in HR support.

• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.

• Hyper attention to detail with proven accuracy in managing employee files and data.

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• High ability to multitask.

• Prior experience with LOA processes, unemployment claims, and benefits preferred.

• Experience with working in multiple HRIS systems.

• Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility in a fast-paced environment.

Working evironment

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9-5

• Must be able to work late / weekends, if needed

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
• Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
• Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
• Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
• Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
• Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations

Benefits for Full Time Employees

Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development