Human Resources Director

Avista Healthcare, Llc; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center in Columbus, GA is seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee daily HR operations, administer policies, maintain employee records, assist with recruitment, ensure compliance with labor laws, and foster a positive workplace culture.

You will manage full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, HRIS records, benefits coordination, training, and employee relations, while supporting payroll processes and audits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an HR Generalist role, healthcare preferred.
• Experience with HRIS and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting positions, screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and coordinating onboarding.
• Conduct new hire orientation and ensure all onboarding documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Assist managers and employees with HR policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.
• Investigate employee concerns and assist in resolving workplace issues professionally and confidentially.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, and changes.
• Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with performance management processes, employee evaluations, and corrective actions.
• Track employee certifications, licenses, and required training.
• Coordinate employee recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Assist with payroll by verifying employee information and communicating employment changes.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and documentation as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Support policy development and implementation.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with special HR projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Confidentiality

Employment laws

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join us and be part of our growing team of skilled caregivers in our newly renovated facility! River Towne Care and Rehabilitation Center, a Pyramid Healthcare facility, in Columbus, GA. The Center provides long-term skilled nursing care and short-term post-acute rehabilitation, including a 30-bed ventilator unit. We are committed to the overall care of our residents through our culture, vision, and core values.

Hours: 8:00-4:00

Salary: Negotiable

Benefits Include

• Medical/Dental and Vision Insurance
• Vacation time starts accruing day one.
• 401(K) Program
• 24/7 coffee / snack bar for employees
• Facility appreciation meals
• Employee of the month reward
• Roll over vacation time (PTO) or pay out at 75% during the month of December.

Job Summary

The Human Resources Director is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Human Resources department by administering HR policies, maintaining employee records, assisting with recruitment, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role serves as a resource for employees and managers while ensuring HR processes are completed accurately and efficiently.

Job Duties

• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting positions, screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and coordinating onboarding.
• Conduct new hire orientation and ensure all onboarding documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel files and HRIS records.
• Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Assist managers and employees with HR policies, procedures, and employee relations matters.
• Investigate employee concerns and assist in resolving workplace issues professionally and confidentially.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, and changes
• Administer leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with performance management processes, employee evaluations, and corrective actions.
• Track employee certifications, licenses, and required training.
• Coordinate employee recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Assist with payroll by verifying employee information and communicating employment changes.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and documentation as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Support policy development and implementation.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with special HR projects and other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Education

High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited program required. Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 2 year in an HR Generalist role, preferred
• Prior healthcare HR experience, preferred

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by law.