GuideStar Eldercare

Specialized dementia-focused medical care for elders

Senior Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCrown Point, IN, USANo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
At least six years of experience as an HR Coordinator, Generalist, or Specialist is required.
SHRM or PHR certification is required.
A deep understanding of employment law and regulations is required.
Efficient HR administration and people management skills are required.
Strong record-keeping skills are required.
Knowledge of HR functions and best practices is required.
Written and verbal communication skills are required.
The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines is required.
Computer literacy, including email, Microsoft Office, and HR software, is required.
Organizational and conflict-management skills are required.
Decision-making and problem-solving skills are required.
Attention to detail is required.
The ability to pass background testing, including a motor vehicle record review and drug screening, is required.
All employees must be vaccinated against influenza, subject to applicable laws.

Responsibilities

Work as reasonably scheduled by the company.
Assist with internal and external employee-relations matters, excluding recruiting.
Assist with managing the HR Coordinator’s workflow.
Participate in developing organizational guidelines and procedures; research and recommend HR best practices; and assist in developing and implementing policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Recommend strategies to motivate employees and improve employee retention.
Coordinate complaints, discipline, and terminations; investigate and resolve employee issues; process unemployment claims; and assist with responses to EEOC charges and investigations.
Conduct exit notifications and interviews, and coordinate the return of company equipment.
Coordinate employee development plans and performance management, including supporting 30-, 60-, and 90-day introductory reviews and annual performance reviews, and maintaining and monitoring disciplinary and remedial progress plans.
Ensure wage-and-hour compliance with federal and state requirements.
Manage department personnel records and the HRIS system, and prepare reports as needed.
Manage inclement-weather alerts and employee attendance.
Oversee clinical employees’ state collaborative agreements.
Draft or amend employment agreements as needed to cover PTO or FMLA absences.
Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
Develop employee training programs for managers and others as needed.
Administer benefits as needed to cover PTO or FMLA absences.
Manage regulatory compliance, including annual reporting for insurance carriers and Medicare/Medicaid, as well as OSHA and EEOC requirements.
Stay current with federal, state, and local HR laws and regulations, including HR poster requirements.
Oversee paid and unpaid time off in compliance with federal and state laws, including FMLA and ADA requirements, and manage short- and long-term disability claims.
Plan, execute, and assist with HR-related special projects.
Execute departmental process-improvement initiatives.
Manage workers’ compensation claims.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager of Human Resources, CHRO, and Executive Leadership Team.

The Sr. Human Resources (SHR) Generalist plays a key role in overseeing the Human Resource Department’s responsibilities and activities of GuideStar Eldercare. The SHR Generalist regularly uses independent judgement and discretion in the matters of employee relations, employment law related to regulatory compliance, and management training and development. The SHR Generalist will also use independent judgement, knowledge, and experience to evaluate HR processes, make recommendations for improvements, and execute as approved by the Chief Financial Officer, General Counsel, or Executive Leadership Team.

Responsibilities:

The SHR Generalist agrees to work as reasonably scheduled by Company.
Assist with all internal and external HR-related employee relations matters, except recruiting.
Assist with managing the workflow of the HR Coordinator.
Participate in developing organizational guidelines and procedures. Research and recommend HR best practices. Assist in developing and implementing policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Recommend strategies to motivate employees and for employee retention.
Complaints/discipline/termination coordination. Investigate and resolve employee issues. Process unemployment claims and assist with responses to EEOC charges/investigations.
Conducts exit notifications, interviews, and coordinates the return of company equipment.
Coordinate employee development plans and performance management. Performance review support: 30-60-90-day introductory period reviews, annual performance reviews, maintain and monitor disciplinary and remedial progress plans.
Wage and Hour compliance (federal and state).
Manage the Departments personnel records, HRIS system, and prepare reports as needed.
Manages inclement weather alerts and employee attendance.
Oversee clinical employee state collaborative agreements.
Draft/amend Employment Agreements (as needed basis to cover for PTO/FMLA).
Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
Develop employee training program for managers, others as needed.
Benefits administration (as needed basis to cover for PTO/FMLA).
Regulatory compliance management: annual reporting for Insurance Carriers and Medicare/caid; OSHA and EEOC.
Maintaining up to date with all Federal/State/Local HR laws and regulations (HR posters).
Oversees Paid/Unpaid Time Off in compliance with federal and state laws (FMLA/ADA/), including Short & Long-Term Disability claims.
Plan, execute, and assist with HR-related special projects.
Execute process improvement department initiatives.
Worker’s Compensation claims management.
Additional duties as assigned.

Benefits of Working Here:

Employee's medical premiums are 100% company paid
$50,000 in basic life and AD&D insurance coverage is provided
GuideStar 401(k) plan
3 weeks (15 days) paid time off plus 7 paid holidays
Local and national SHRM membership costs are company paid
Local SHRM conference cost is company paid

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
Six+ (6+) years of experience as an HR Coordinator, Generalist, or Specialist
SHRM/PHR certification required
Deep understanding of employment law and regulations
Efficient HR administration and people management skills
Excellent record keeping skills
Fantastic knowledge of HR functions and best practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines
Superb computer literacy with capability in email, MS Office, and HR software.
Remarkable organizational and conflict management skills
Strong decision making and problem-solving skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Able to pass background testing, including motor vehicle record review and drug screening.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Human Resources, CHRO and Executive Leadership Team.

All GuideStar employees must be vaccinated against the flu. GuideStar follows all applicable laws; contact [email protected] for more information.

About the Company

GuideStar Eldercare

Specialized dementia-focused medical care for elders

GuideStar Eldercare Medical Group delivers dementia- and neurobehavior-focused medical services to long-term care and assisted living communities through facility-based contracts. An interdisciplinary team of physicians, psychiatrists, gerontologists, and neurologists conducts in-facility neurologic assessments, polypharmacy reviews, and tailored care plans to improve safety, daily functioning, and dignity. The group distinguishes itself by integrating multiple specialists within care facilities to provide coordinated, compliant medical oversight and medication management. Its goal is to enhance elderly residents’ quality of life by supporting safety, independence, and well-being.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Crown Point, IN
Founded: 2003

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