Human Resources Director - Great Opportunity (SNF)

Pearl Healthcare; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Free life insurance

Paid vacation/sick time

Personal days

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

401K

Meaningful and rewarding work

Plus more, inquire with us today

Job summary

Sapphire Healthcare is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead a team of healthcare HR professionals at Sapphire at Northwoods in Belvidere, IL. The HRD will oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and regulatory compliance to support a positive workplace and compliant operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and at least two years of HR experience, preferably in skilled nursing or long-term care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Minimum of two years of Human Resources experience preferred, preferably in health care or long-term care settings.
• Experience with recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits, and retention.
• Collaborate with Administrator and department directors to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Manage recruitment for clinical and non-clinical roles, including postings, screenings, interviews, and onboarding.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation, complete background checks, license verifications, and pre-employment screenings.
• Maintain confidential employee files and ensure documentation is compliant and audit-ready.
• Oversee timekeeping and payroll accuracy and timely submissions.
• Advise employees and managers on policies, benefits, and workplace concerns.
• Assist with employee relations, performance management, investigations, and separations.
• Coordinate recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives to foster a positive culture.
• Administer benefits programs including enrollment and open enrollment.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

Payroll administration

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

HRIS

Communication

Confidentiality

Staff development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Sapphire Healthcare, is seekingHuman Resources Director to lead a team of long-term care professionals.

This is a vital role in a facility with a positive community reputation, a history of successful outcomes, and an experienced cohesive team.

At Sapphire Healthcare, we offer our Certified Nurse Assistant team members the followingbenefits:

• Competitive pay
• Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Personal Days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Meaningful and rewarding work environment
• Plus much more, Inquire with us today!

Description

The Human Resources Director (HRD) is responsible for overseeing all human resources functions within the facility, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance. The HRD supports employee engagement and retention while maintaining compliance with company policies and federal and state employment regulations.

Responsibilities for the Human Resources Director (HRD)

• Oversee the daily operations of the facility's Human Resources department, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, benefits administration, and employee retention.
• Work closely with the Administrator and department directors to identify staffing needs, maintain appropriate staffing levels, and develop recruitment strategies to fill open positions.
• Manage the recruitment and hiring process for clinical and non-clinical positions, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, and new hire processing.
• Coordinate and conduct new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring all required employment documentation, background checks, license verifications, and pre-employment screenings are completed in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential employee personnel files, ensuring all required documentation is current and readily available for regulatory reviews and facility surveys.
• Oversee employee timekeeping and payroll preparation, including reviewing employee hours, attendance records, overtime, and payroll changes for accuracy and timely submission.
• Serve as a resource for employees and department managers regarding company policies, benefits, workplace concerns, and Human Resources procedures.
• Assist the Administrator with employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, and employee separations.
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, engagement activities, and retention initiatives to promote a positive workplace culture.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including new hire enrollment, open enrollment, qualifying life events, and employee benefit inquiries.
• Monitor employee credentials, licenses, certifications, and other required employment documentation to maintain compliance with applicable healthcare
• Assist with facility surveys, audits, and regulatory inspections by maintaining required HR documentation and responding to personnel-related requests.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports, including recruitment activity, employee turnover, staffing vacancies, and other workforce-related metrics as requested.

Requirements for the Human Resources Director (HRD)

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Minimum of two years of Human Resources experience preferred, preferably in a skilled nursing facility, long-term care, or healthcare setting.
• Previous experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, payroll, and benefits administration preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), payroll, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with employees, department managers, and facility leadership.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working in a union environment, including knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, grievance procedures, and labor relations, preferred.

Facility Location

Sapphire at Northwoods

2250 Pearl St,

Belvidere, IL 61008

At Sapphire Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We are committed to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Sapphire Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.