HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

Comprehensive Healthcare; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Competitive salaries

Healthcare coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Comprehensive Healthcare seeks an HR Assistant to support HR staff across the organization, maintaining records, benefits enrollment, and attendance data. You’ll assist with recruiting coordination, onboarding, and documentation, escalating complex issues as needed.

The role requires an Associate’s degree and HR experience; attention to detail and compliance are essential. Join a collaborative, trauma-informed healthcare environment that values professional growth and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business-related field and one year HR experience, or equivalent combination.
• Experience with HRIS and benefits enrollment.
• Attention to detail for accurate personnel records and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain personnel files and document filing accuracy.
• Conduct reference checks and document results.
• Manage Driving Authorization data and driving record requests.
• Notify employees and supervisors about changes in driving privileges.
• Enter updated information into credential tracking systems promptly.
• Coordinate routine criminal history background checks as needed.

Skills

HRIS

Benefits enrollment

Time & attendance

New hire onboarding

Recruiting coordination

Records management

Education

Associate’s degree in business-related field

Tools

Background check platform

Job description

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.What are we looking for in a Human Resources Assistant:The HR Assistant serves as a supporting resource to HR staff and employees across the organization on a range of human resources and employment-related matters. Assists with maintaining the HR information system, ensuring accuracy in employee records, benefits enrollment, and time and attendance data. Supports the day-to-day functions of the HR department, including recruiting coordination, new hire onboarding, document preparation, and records management. Responds to routine employee inquiries and escalates complex issues to the HR Generalist or HR leadership as appropriate.GENERAL PURPOSE: Responsible for personnel file maintenance and compliance and conducts routine driver record and criminal history background checks. Conducts reference checks and a variety of clerical functions.MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Associate’s degree in business related field and one year of human resources related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES, COMPETENCIES & MEASURABLE BEHAVIORSAccurately maintains personnel files, including accurate and timely filing of documents. Serves as a primary resource during external agency audits and surveys regarding file contents.Completes reference checking for prospective employees as requested by using the external background check platform, sending/receiving forms and/or making calls and accurately documenting information received directly from the reference.Maintains Driving Authorization data and submits Driving Record Requests in a timely manner. Monitors the database for the need to resubmit a Driving Record Request or a change in privileges. Provides notification to employee and supervisor when driving privileges change. Communicates with employees regarding updating expired licenses and obtaining proof of insurance following renewal.Enters updated information for various documents into the electronic credential tracking system in an accurate and timely mannerObtains and reviews routine criminal history background checks. Coordinates routine criminal history background check fingerprinting process as applicable.What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You:Training and DevelopmentA variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotionRegular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programsInnovative Program & ServicesA strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environmentInnovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environmentJoint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvementEstablished partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and servicesExcellent BenefitsCompetitive salaries within our communities and industryHealthcare coverage for employee and qualified family membersGenerous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policiesAccess to Employee Assistance Program servicesAgency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensationAdditional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensationAgency-funded life and disability insurance programTuition reimbursement program to support employees pursuing additional educationEmployer-funded student loan repayment assistanceComprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.