Human Resources Legal Associate

Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement

Paid Holidays

Scholarship Program

Job summary

A leading behavioral health organization is seeking a Human Resources Legal Associate in Sacramento, CA. The role involves providing employee relations support, advising management on labor issues, and ensuring the application of HR policies. Candidates should hold a J.D. or have equivalent experience with at least 1 year in litigation or investigations. This position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $180,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k). Growth and development opportunities are also available within the organization.

Qualifications

• 7 years equivalent work and educational experience in employment or labor law.
• 1+ years of litigation or complex investigation experience preferred.
• Expertise in managing agency complaints and leading hearings.

Responsibilities

• Provide employee relations support by handling investigations and grievances.
• Advise managers on employment issues and conduct training.
• Ensure application of organization policies.

Skills

Employee relations support

Employment and labor law knowledge

Litigation experience

Writing position statements

Negotiation skills

Education

J.D. or pending J.D.

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a meaningful role in behavioral health and have the desire to work with an organization that puts people first? If you have a passion for helping others along their recovery journey, then we invite you to join the Crestwood family. Crestwood has been committed to creating innovative recovery programs and compassionate communities for more than 50 years. Our model of care focuses on a personal and self-directed process that empowers the people we serve and helps them develop the skills to thrive.

Title: Human Resources Legal Associate

Job Responsibilities

• Provides employee relations support to management by representing, overseeing, or directly handling investigations, grievances, arbitration, administrative hearings, bargaining and coaching.
• Advise managers and supervisors on employment and labor issues and conduct training.
• Ensure consistent application of Crestwood policies.
• Identify and implement people solutions to support Crestwood’s mission and objectives.

Location and Schedule

• This position will be in a Hybrid work environment; occasional travel outside area.
• Schedule: Full-Time

Qualifications

• J.D. or pending J.D. (employment or labor law background preferred) or 7 years equivalent work and educational experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Industrial Relations, Human Resources or related field.
• 1+ years of litigation or complex investigation experience preferred.
• Experience writing position statements, negotiating with plaintiff counsel, supporting mediations and arbitrations or court cases.
• Expertise in managing agency complaints, including writing responses, and leading hearings for employers.
• HR or investigations certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000 USD - $180,000 USD (base pay, depending on factors such as skills, experience, licensure, and program acuity).
• Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees including Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; Life Insurance; Vacation; Paid Sick Leave; Sick Leave Buy Back; 401(k) Retirement; Scholarship Program; Qualifying Supervision for BBS Associates; Competitive Pay; Paid Holidays; Service Awards; Jury Duty Pay.

The salary range listed below represents the minimum and maximum base pay per hour at the time of posting. Final salary offered will be based on candidate qualifications.

It’s About Growth! Our employees are our most valuable assets. Crestwood offers industry-leading education and training to support growth and development within the organization.

Check out our Career Page to learn more about being part of the Crestwood Family and the benefits available: https://workatcrestwood.com/

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

Crestwood is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. We embrace all differences and foster a sense of belonging for everyone. We take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please talk with your hiring contact/recruiter or email [e-mail].

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

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