Human Resources Business Partner, Lagrange Corporate

Human Resources Business Partner, Lagrange Corporate

Type: Regular

We are looking for a positive and personable individual to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health and substance use challenges. Join our team at RHA Health Services!

Provides proactive support to the HR functions for the units assigned to promote our culture of caring and leadership. Participates on a variety of HR projects and initiatives including Employee Relations, HR Audits and Compliance, and obtaining and analyzing HR data to provide the support needed to help Operations meet goals and objectives. Talent Management activities include recruiting, onboarding, and training. Total Rewards activities include Benefits Management, Work‑Live Balance programs, Compensation administration, and Reward Program implementation. Provides backup for HR Department members as needed.

Responsibilities

• Partners with Units Assigned – Provides support to units assigned for all HR functions to ensure HR practices and policies support the success and effectiveness of unit level operations. Synergizes with units on a regular basis to assist with the unit. Makes regular visits to the unit to assist with HR functions. Performs annual “got your back” unit reviews. Develops the skills and knowledge of unit level HR Coordinators. Serves as the primary point of contact for HR questions for the units assigned. Keeps a pulse on the culture of the units to ensure alignment with the culture of the organization. Analyzes HR Metrics and takes action to support the locations assigned.
• Assists with Benefits Management – Assists with Benefits management with guidance from the Benefits and Wellness Manager. Knowledgeable of benefits programs, HR InTouch, and the Benefits Service Center to be a resource for unit level assistance. Provides educational support on benefits and retirement savings plans.
• Assists with Wellness Program – Coordinates annual screening and wellness/work‑life programs for unit assigned with guidance from the Benefits and Wellness Manager.
• Manages Leave and FMLA – Knowledgeable of leave policies and processes to assist units and process leave events. Receives and processes leave paperwork and tracks in a centralized database.
• Assists with Recruiting – Assists unit with the recruiting and hiring process. Provides suggestions and feedback to HR Director on job postings and recruiting efforts. Contributes to recruiting and hiring strategy and process improvements. Contributes and suggests improvements to RHA’s Employment Brand. Participates in location startup and hiring events. Participates in interviews for key positions at units assigned.
• Assists with Unemployment Benefits – Provides assistance to the unit for the unemployment claim process. Assists administrators, directors, and HR Coordinators with questions and unemployment claim management.
• Assists with Employee Relations – Responds to employee relations, policy, and procedure questions. Assists field managers, supervisors, and executives with HR policy, procedure, and resource questions and requests. Investigates and responds to employee complaints/issues, compliance calls, termination appeals, EEOC and DOL complaints. Provides excellent customer service to employees, managers, and executives. Conducts employee opinion surveys and focus groups as needed, and communicates results. Reviews Cultural Competency Plan to ensure units following company guidelines.
• Assists with Employee Communication – Participates and contributes to employee communication strategy and initiatives. Serves as a bridge for communication from the corporate office to the unit.
• Assists with Performance Management – Coordinates the performance management process for the units assigned including support for using Elevate, conducting calibration sessions, and learning and development efforts for performance management.
• Assists with Compensation – Knowledgeable of compensation policies, salary structures, and pay grades to assist units with compensation questions.
• Supports Employee Reward and Recognition Efforts – Promotes the use of employee reward and recognition programs at the unit level. Coordinates the program administration and submittal for communications for units assigned. Assists with annual leadership and employee recognition event.
• Assists with Organizational Development Programs – Knowledgeable of training requirements and ensures HR Coordinators are compliant with training records and requirements. Leads a minimum of one HR Skill Focus Webinar per year. Assists with the development of Orientation, HR Learning and Development programs. Assists with unit employee development plans including mentoring, coaching, succession planning, and learning.
• Manages Corporate HR Functions – Is responsible for 1‑3 corporate level functions in the area with the greatest expertise. These functions include Organizational Charts, Job Descriptions, Leave Management, HR Investigations, Health and Wellness Benefits, EEOC & DOL Investigations, and other HR Functions. Assists HR Department Managers/Leaders in working on projects to further our most important goals in these areas.

Requirements

Successful candidates for the Human Resources Business Partner position are organized, technically savvy, and able to multi‑task while paying special attention to detail. Additionally, RHA seeks candidates who display communication skills that foster teamwork.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related experience.
• 2+ years of HR experience.
• Valid driver’s license including personal vehicle insurance coverage if applicable.
• Must maintain proficiency in company‑sponsored training and certifications and privileging if required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation program including regular performance feedback and coaching.
• Healthcare insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Voluntary Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Telemed, and Pharmacy Insurance.
• Health Advocate service which assists employees find doctors, schedule appointments, estimate costs, answer medical/prescription questions, resolve medical claims issues.
• Offering free diabetic medication and supplies.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo.
• Paid Time Off.
• Company‑sponsored Life and AD&D insurance.
• Extensive Wellness Programs including company‑paid scholarships for healthy weight management and nicotine cessation, several wellness challenges and rewards through the year.
• Free Annual Health Screening and wellness coaching event.
• Discounted medical premiums for nicotine‑free employees.
• Free CPR, first aid and job‑specific training opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people that you serve.

Pre‑employment Screening

• Complete criminal background.
• Name checked in the registries (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities).
• Drug testing.
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required).
• Positions that require driving – proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, if required for providing transportation for individuals.

Additional Employee Benefits

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full‑time employees only).
• Health/Insurance (full‑time employees only).
• 401(k) retirement savings program .
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial .
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees).
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job‑specific training opportunities .

EEO Statement: RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.