Labor Generalist I

LE0004 FC Compassus, LLC; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Continuing education support

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compassus is seeking a Human Resources Generalist I to model our values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation while promoting our six Pillars of Success. The role ensures legal compliance, supports employee relations, and partners with the Employment Law team on claims.

Responsibilities include investigating employment matters, administering policies, and preparing status reports for HR management. Healthcare experience is preferred; PHR or SHRM-CP advancement is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Two years HR management experience with emphasis on employee relations preferred.
• Healthcare HR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with team members and leaders to resolve employment matters.
• Conducts investigations of complaints from management and staff at all levels.
• Manages investigations when reported by the compliance department.
• Ensures uniform and equitable application of company policies and procedures.
• Develops trust with departmental management through timely, integrity-based solutions.
• Investigates compliance matters related to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, and other regulations.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Language skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

PHR

SHRM-CP

Job description

Company: Compassus

The Human Resources Generalist I is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Human Resources Generalist I ensures compliance with legal obligations in employment matters. This includes all aspects of colleague relations, including facilitating the issuance of performance plans to maintain compliance of staff.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist I is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Human Resources Generalist I ensures compliance with legal obligations in employment matters. This includes all aspects of colleague relations, including facilitating the issuance of performance plans to maintain compliance of staff.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Collaborates with team members and leaders to ensure the positive, effective resolution of employment matters.
• Conducts thorough investigations of complaints from management and team members at all levels of the organization.
• Also manages investigations when reported by the compliance department.
• Ensures the uniform and equitable application of company policies and procedures.
• Develops trust and acceptance with departmental management through the facilitation of integrity-based, timely solutions.
• Investigates and manages compliance matters related to FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Title VII, and other employment regulations and maintains federal and state compliance on all HR issues.
• Partners with the Employment Law team to respond to EEOC, DOL and other legal claims.
• Tracks issues/complaints and develops status reports for HR management.
• Prepares new or amended policies and procedures to respond to new laws and to ensure continued compliance with relevant laws, policies, and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• Associate’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience) required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least two (2) years of relevant Human Resources Management experience with a focus on colleague (employee) relations highly preferred.
• Prior Human Resources experience in healthcare preferred.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, colleagues, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.
• Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations: PHR preferred; SHRM-CP or work towards certification preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation

The current compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $115,000 per year.

The specific rate of pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on relevant education, training, experience, geographic location, and other position-related factors.

In addition to base compensation for the position, an employee working in this position may be eligible for pay differentials based on hours, shifts worked, or other criteria. They may also qualify for bonuses under applicable bonus programs or at Compassus's discretion, as well as other forms of variable pay under relevant company policies.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• employer-paid life and disability insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• paid time off and paid holidays
• mileage reimbursement
• continuing education support
• an Employee Assistance Program

Specific benefit eligibility is determined by employment status and position classification and by the terms of the applicable benefit plan or program. A summary of available benefits will be provided during the offer process.

The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well‑being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected.

As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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