Human Resource Generalist - Senior Services

Ascentria Care Alliance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in senior care

Collaborative and supportive People & Culture team

Potential for long-term employment opportunity

Job summary

Ascentria Care Alliance is seeking a Human Resource Generalist for senior living and skilled nursing centers in Boston. This temporary full-time role offers the potential for permanent placement. Responsibilities include managing HR operations, assisting with recruiting, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and at least 3 years of HR experience. Join our mission-driven organization committed to making a positive impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information professionally.
• Ability to travel between multiple center locations weekly.

Responsibilities

• Support daily HR operations across two senior living centers.
• Assist with interviewing, onboarding, orientation, and new hire processes.
• Conduct HR file and compliance audits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict-resolution skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Human Resource Generalist - Senior Services

Job Category: People and Culture

Full-Time

On-site

Presentation Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center Brighton, MA 02135, USA

Description

Human Resources Generalist (Temporary Full-Time | Possible Temp-to-Hire)

Join a Mission-Driven Senior Living Organization

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support two senior living and skilled nursing centers in the Boston area. This is a full-time temporary position with the potential to become a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment, building relationships with employees and leaders, and making a meaningful impact in healthcare and senior living. The HR Generalist will partner closely with center leadership and the regional People & Culture team to support recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, leaves of absence, retention initiatives, compliance, and day-to-day HR operations.

What You’ll Do

Employee & HR Support

• Support daily HR operations across two senior living centers
• Respond to employee, applicant, and supervisor questions and concerns
• Assist with employee relations matters, investigations, coaching conversations, and performance management
• Participate in disciplinary meetings and other employee-related discussions under the guidance of HR leadership
• Support employee recognition, engagement, morale, and retention initiatives
• Participate in wellness and culture-building activities

Recruiting & Onboarding

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and center leadership to support hiring efforts
• Assist with interviewing, onboarding, orientation, and new hire processes
• Conduct reference checks and background screening reviews
• Help ensure a positive candidate and new employee experience

Compliance & Administration

• Support leave of absence administration and benefits-related processes
• Conduct HR file and compliance audits
• Assist with reporting related to hiring, turnover, tenure, and staffing trends
• Help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
• Serve as payroll backup support as needed

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of HR experience
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information professionally
• Strong problem‑solving and conflict‑resolution skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn HRIS systems
• Ability to travel between multiple center locations weekly

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM‑CP or similar HR certification preferred
• Experience in healthcare, skilled nursing, senior living, or multi‑site environments strongly preferred
• Knowledge of employment law, leave administration, and employee relations best practices

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in senior care
• Collaborative and supportive People & Culture team
• Exposure to all aspects of Human Resources
• Potential for long‑term employment opportunity
• Mission‑driven organization focused on compassion, dignity, and teamwork

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally
• Ability to move throughout healthcare facilities and travel between locations

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.