Director of Human Resources

Responsibilities

Hermitage Hall (a UHS company) is one of Middle Tennessee's largest stand-alone psychiatric residential treatment hospitals. Licensed by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as a mental health residential treatment center for children and youth, Hermitage Hall has provided services to families for over 30 years.

Website: https://hermitagehall.com/ 

We are currently looking for a Director of Human Resources to join our team of dedicated professionals. 

Position Summary:

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for providing overall human resources strategy and support for aligning business objectives with employees and facility management in designated business units.  This position serves as a consultant to management on human resources related issues and employee relations. A successful Director acts as an employee champion and change agent and acts as the primary guardian of local HR policy and steps related to progressive discipline.  The role assesses and anticipates HR related needs, and acts as a business partner to the CEO and the leadership team in developing the organization’s strategic plan, and ensuring adequate staffing as well as HR compliance with existing policy and/or statutes.  The position formulates partnerships within the designated areas of responsibility to deliver value- added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the facility. 

This role requires a full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with management to develop, communicate and administer various human resources policies, guidelines and procedures, in accordance with law and government regulations.
• Responds to employee relations issues, such as employee complaints that may include claims of harassment, discrimination, misconduct, etc. C
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Keeps employee records up to date and processes employee status changes in timely manner.
• Responsible for full cycle recruitment within designated facilities of responsibility, maintaining adequate staffing to ensure patient safety and the ability to meet organizational objectives.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free meals

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com 

About Universal Health Services (UHS)

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related degree required
• Master's degree in human resources preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment law and wage and hour regulations (state and federal) required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in human resources required
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience required
• Healthcare experience and/or experience with co-occurring disorders a plus
• PHR or SPHR preferred
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Power Point