Human Resources Consultant

Links Healthcare; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated HR Consultant to support skilled nursing facilities. This role involves partnering with facility leadership on HR compliance, managing complex employee relations, and conducting regular site visits. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of HR consulting experience, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in human resources. Willingness to travel 75% of the time is required. This position offers competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an HR Consultant.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with HRIS systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with facility leadership on performance management.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies and laws.
• Manage complex employee relations issues.
• Conduct HR compliance audits and report results.
• Participate in onboarding and training.

Skills

Communication

Planning and organization

Integrity and respect

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Professional designation of PHR or SPHR

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cloud-based HRIS (ADP WorkForce Now)

Job description

Are you a highly skilled and experienced HR professional with a passion for supporting facility leadership and ensuring compliance? Links Health is seeking a dedicated HR Consultant to join our growing organization.

Who we are:

At Links Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting skilled nursing facilities in providing high-quality care through strong operational, clinical, and workforce practices.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with facility leadership on performance management, disciplinary actions, and termination discussions.
• Ensure fair, consistent, and objective application of HR policies, procedures, and relevant local, state, and federal laws.
• Act as an HR expert, resource, and coach for all levels of facility leadership.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues in collaboration with the HR Consultant Lead and facility leadership.
• Conduct regular and consistent site visits (at least monthly, plus as needed).
• Drive and conduct ongoing HR compliance audits (I-9s, licenses, certifications, onboarding, wage and hour, ADP accuracy, etc.) and report results.
• Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations in partnership with the HR Consultant Lead.
• Respond to state/federal DOL, EEOC, or state agency complaints, and legal actions under direction of the HR Consultant Lead.
• Participate in acquisition preparations, including distributing welcome kits, assisting with onboarding, and conducting 30/60/90-day compliance reviews.
• Guide and train facilities on structuring immersive and supportive onboarding/orientation programs.
• Conduct presentations and assist with site-specific training on HR policies and initiatives.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of progressive HR practices and key trends.
• Identify opportunities where HR can add value to the business and recommend improvements to policies and procedures.

What You'll Bring:

• Developed knowledge of HR policies, processes, and relevant state and federal employment laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop relationships at all job-relevant organizational levels.
• Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and respect for the rights and dignity of employees and residents.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organization skills with the ability to prioritize multiple, complex tasks without sacrificing quality.
• Effective team player with the ability to work independently in a field/remote setting.
• Ability to respond to change productively and manage tasks/projects within allotted time and budget.
• Willingness and ability to travel an average of 75% of the time, locally and out-of-area, including occasional out-of-state travel, to support and consult with sites.
• Must maintain a professional appearance.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
• Professional designation of PHR or SPHR is preferred

Work Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience as an HR Consultant
• Experience in the skilled nursing industry is preferred but not required
• Multi-site environment - retail, hospitality, distribution center or service industries strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint Must have computer skills, including internet research and operating on-line applications
• Experience working with HRIS (cloud based) a plus, particularly ADP WorkForce Now
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Willingness to travel:

• 75%