Human Resources Generalist

Tendercare Home Health Services, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Match

Professional Development Support

Job summary

Tendercare Home Health Services, Inc. is seeking an HR Generalist to support both office and field teams in leave administration, benefits, and employee relations. You will maintain HRIS data, assist with compliance, and help improve HR processes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes accurate record keeping, policy guidance, and timely response to employee inquiries, with occasional local travel to job sites. Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on HR Generalist or HR Coordinator experience.
• Experience with benefits, leave administration (FMLA/STD), workers' comp, and employee relations.
• Knowledge of core labor laws, wage/hour standards, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Leave & Claims Administration: manage end-to-end programs incl. eligibility, documentation, and return-to-work.
• Benefits Coordination: assist enrolments, events, inquiries, and broker/vendor liaison.
• Employee & Manager Support: respond to inquiries and advise on policies and procedures.
• Employee Relations & Performance: assist investigations and corrective action documentation.
• HRIS & Data Integrity: maintain confidential records and audit reports for accuracy.
• Compliance & Audits: support adherence to federal/state/local regulations, HIPAA where applicable.
• Process Improvement: help draft new policies and forms to streamline HR workflows.

Skills

HR Generalist experience

Leave administration

Benefits coordination

Employee relations

HRIS proficiency

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Data accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/BA or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Are you an HR professional passionate about delivering exceptional employee support and driving operational excellence? We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our growing team.

In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource for both office and field teams, supporting critical functions across leave administration, benefits, employee relations, and compliance. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where no two days are the same, we’d love to connect.

What You’ll Do

• Leave & Claims Administration: Manage end-to-end employee leave programs (FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and Workers' Compensation), including eligibility reviews, documentation, claims follow-up, and return-to-work coordination.
• Benefits Coordination: Support daily benefits administration, including new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, employee inquiries, and liaison with benefit brokers/vendors.
• Employee & Manager Support: Serve as a primary point of contact for routine HR inquiries; advise on company policies, procedures, and best practices, escalating complex concerns to the HR Manager.
• Employee Relations & Performance: Partner with the HR Manager on workplace investigations, performance management documentation, and corrective action procedures.
• HRIS & Data Integrity: Maintain confidential personnel records, process employee lifecycle changes, and run audit reports to ensure data accuracy within our HRIS.
• Compliance & Audits: Support adherence to federal, state, and local labor regulations (including HIPAA privacy standards); participate in periodic audits to identify compliance gaps.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline HR workflows, enhance employee communication, and assist in drafting new policies, standard operating procedures, and forms.

What You Bring

• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in an HR Generalist or HR Coordinator role.
• Core Competencies: Practical experience handling employee benefits, leave administration (FMLA/STD), workers' compensation, and basic employee relations.
• Compliance Knowledge: Sound understanding of core labor laws, wage/hour standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset toward supporting teams across all levels.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with HRIS platforms, modern HR software, and office productivity tools (Microsoft Office / Google Workspace).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Typical office environment with prolonged periods of desk/computer work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally (e.g., event supplies, records boxes).
• Occasional local travel to job sites, field locations, or company events as needed.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Ongoing professional development and HR certification support