Human Resources Generalist

Midland Care Connection; Kansas City, Topeka (MO, KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Care Connection is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to guide onboarding and support the HR function in Topeka, KS. You will coordinate the onboarding process, manage paperwork and records, and assist with compliance and policy implementation.

The role involves supporting recruitment, benefits, training, and performance management while ensuring a positive employee experience and confidentiality across HR tasks.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of HR experience, onboarding, or administrative support.
• Experience coordinating onboarding, new hire paperwork, and orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding from offer to orientation and ensure tools and resources are ready for new hires.
• Manage new hire paperwork, employee records, and compliance requirements.
• Support recruitment, benefits administration, HR policy implementation, employee relations, training, and performance management.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Job description

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas.

Job Details
Job Location: Topeka, KS 66606
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day

Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and successful onboarding experience for new employees. This position coordinates the onboarding process from offer acceptance through orientation, ensuring new team members have the tools, resources, and support they need to begin their careers with confidence. In addition to managing new hire paperwork, employee records, and compliance requirements, the HR Generalist partners with hiring managers to facilitate a smooth transition into the organization. The role also supports recruitment, employee benefits administration, policy implementation, employee relations, training, and performance management while helping maintain compliance with employment laws. By providing exceptional service and fostering meaningful connections from day one, the HR Generalist helps build an engaged workforce and a positive employee experience at Midland Care Connection.

Qualifications – Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources, administrative support, or employee onboarding
• Experience coordinating onboarding activities, new hire documentation, and orientation processes
• Knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and confidentiality requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR information systems (HRIS)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions based on available information
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment

Qualifications – Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in healthcare, hospice, home care, or a nonprofit environment
• Experience with benefits administration and employee relations
• Familiarity with compliance requirements related to healthcare employment
• Experience developing or improving onboarding programs and employee engagement initiatives
• Training or facilitation experience, including conducting orientation or new employee education sessions

Midland Care Connection is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.