Human Resource Director

ASPYRE Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

401(k)

On-Demand Pay

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

ASPYRE Healthcare in Chicago's Bronzeville area is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead and oversee the facility's HR functions. The HR Director will partner with leadership to support recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, training, and employee engagement.

This role requires a Bachelor's in HR or related field (Master's preferred) and at least two years of HR management experience, ideally in healthcare or skilled nursing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business or related field required; master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of HR management experience.
• Healthcare or skilled nursing HR experience strongly preferred.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR certification highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with facility leadership to address staffing, recruiting, and workforce needs.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, investigations, and performance management.
• Lead staff with HR guidance and ensure compliance with laws.
• Coordinate training, orientation, and professional development.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Support performance management and disciplinary processes with leadership.
• Stay current on HR trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

HR management

Recruitment

Employee relations

Policy development

Training and development

Compliance

Interpersonal leadership

Communication

HRIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS/Talent management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

ASPYRE of Bronzeville is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead and oversee the facility's Human Resources functions. The HR Director will work closely with facility leadership and staff to support recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, training, and overall employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with facility leadership to understand staffing, recruiting, retention, and workforce needs.

• Plan, develop, and implement HR policies, procedures, and training programs.

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, investigations, performance management, recognition, safety, and employee development.

• Identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting and retention strategies.

• Manage and support the facility's HR staff and provide guidance on HR processes and best practices.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Address employee relations concerns and conduct investigations as appropriate.

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR documentation is completed and maintained properly.

• Support performance management and disciplinary processes in partnership with department leadership.

• Coordinate employee training, orientation, professional development, and certification activities.

• Stay current on HR trends, employment regulations, and best practices and communicate relevant updates to leadership.

• Partner with corporate HR and facility leadership on HR initiatives and organizational goals.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of HR management experience required.

• Previous skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare HR experience strongly preferred.

• HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR highly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR practices, and employee relations.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/talent management systems.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee matters professionally.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life and Critical Illness Insurance

• Short-Term Disability

• Accident and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• On-Demand Pay

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement Program