Human Resources Generalist

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) retirement plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Education & Training Support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Healthcare Alternative Systems, Inc (HAS) is seeking an HR Generalist to support employee relations, investigations, and payroll coordination across 12 Chicagoland locations. The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and travel to sites as needed.

The position emphasizes compliance with EEOC, OSHA, ADA, and related regulations, plus benefits administration and payroll backup. A Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree is preferred, with on-site work at HAS locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in human resources or HR generalist role preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Employee relations: serve as a point of contact for HR inquiries.
• Lead investigations and document findings per policy.
• Assist with performance reviews and records maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

MISSION/VISIONHealthcare Alternative Systems (HAS) provides a continuum of multicultural and bilingual (English/Spanish) behavioral care and social services that empower individuals, families, and communities. H.A.S. seeks to implement sustainable programs that benefit society by improving the well-being and recovery efforts of those individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health problems. With eleven locations across the Chicagoland area, H.A.S. provides services and resources to individuals at every stage in their behavioral/recovery journey so that they can be successful and become contributing members of their communities.JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the HR Mgr., the HR Generalist is responsible for various personnel and human resources-related duties, including clerical duties, assisting in hiring employees, and maintaining all current employee records. The HR Generalist also assists with ensuring that the agency is compliant with OSHA, State and Federal EEOC, ADA, and other laws and guidelines as directed. The HR Generalist is cross trained to administer payroll processing. The HR Generalist must be able to communicate effectively and must be able to travel to all 12 locations when needed. The HR Generalist assists with implementing strategies to reduce employee turnover and attract top talent to fill open positions as instructed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES*Monday - Friday 9am-5pmEmployee Relations: Serves as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and general HR matters.Investigations: Leads and conducts the full investigation process, including gathering relevant information, interviewing involved parties and witnesses, reviewing documentation, maintaining appropriate records, and preparing findings and recommendations in accordance with organizational policies and applicable requirements.Performance Management: Assists in performance review processes, tracking employee evaluations, and maintaining relevant documentation.Employee Records & Compliance: Maintains up-to-date employee records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive employee data. Assists with financial, program and accreditation audits, including resolution of findings.Benefits Administration: Assists in administering employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, ancillary and retirement plans. Answer employee questions about benefits and coordinate open enrollment processes.Training & Development: Supports the coordination and delivery of training programs for employees to foster growth and development.Policy Development & Enforcement: Supports the implementation of company policies and ensures consistent enforcement of HR policies, including attendance, leave, and workplace conduct policies.Employee Engagement: Supports efforts to enhance employee satisfaction, including planning events, surveys, and programs that promote a positive work environment. Assists and or leads all HAS HR events – Event Planner, administering the annual employee holiday party and employee recognition program. Helps develop new ways to measure employee morale and determine methods for improving overall employee satisfaction as directed; assists with developing and tracking KPIs.Administrative: Assists in scheduling food ordering, and set-up for training seminars, meetings, and other activities. Assists and maintains all aspects of documentation/reports as directed; turnover - volunteer - internships - credentials - surveys - background checks, etc. Types or transcribes a wide variety of materials including, but not limited to, letters, correspondence, memorandums, voicemails, policies, tables, graphs, and charts, contracts, reports, schedules, and notices from rough copy to final draft. Collects and submits data for internal, state and federal reports, etc., as needed. Performs other special projects and duties as assigned or required during regular business hours, including providing support.Payroll Processing: Provides back-up for all payroll processes by coordinating the efforts between the Finance team as well as internal departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data for a successful payroll process. Performs timecard audits to assist Finance in the accurate and timely processing of payroll. Assists employee’s inquiries for all payroll-related issues and responds in a time-sensitive manner. Works with Finance in researching payroll issues for proper solutions. Helps review the day-to-day central processing of payroll and related personnel documents to ensure accuracy.H.A.S. requires all staff to work on-site.Other tasks as assigned by Manager.REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESMust have above average communication and organizational skills, both verbal and written, with a high attention to detail.Ability to function under challenging time frames, multitasking when necessary, and with confidentiality.Ability to research, track, and reconcile documentation issues and discrepancies.Cooperative demeanor and willingness to provide assistance and support to the Human Resources team.Must be knowledgeable with laws and ordinances related to employment and commitment to compliance with established standards, procedures, and applicable laws.Must have a basic knowledge of computers (word - excel - power-point).Detailed/Accuracy in all work submissions.Passion for continued learning and updating job knowledge.Bilingual (English/Spanish) and bicultural, preferred.Must have a valid State Drivers’ License and willingness to use personal vehicle in course of employment. Travel to other HAS locations as directed.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited educational institution which has U.S. Department of Education approval, or Associate’s degree with equivalent in work and/or life experience, preferred.HRCI/SHRM certification a plus.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSSedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITSAt HAS, we value our employees and offer a robust benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial security. When you join our team, you’ll receive:19 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off to rest and rechargeComprehensive Health Insurance – Affordable HMO, PPO, and HSA options through Blue Cross Blue ShieldDental & Vision Coverage – Choose from HMO or PPO dental plans and vision coverage through Blue Cross Blue ShieldFlexible Spending Account (FSA)- Medical, dependent care and commuterRetirement Plan – 403(b)Life & Disability InsuranceEducation & Training Support - $200 dollars annualVoluntary BenefitsEAP