Division Director of Human Resources

This role supports an employee population of 3,000, 26 operating locations across three states. Acting as the HR subject-matter-expert, you will administer and oversee HR processes and strategy. This is a hands-on role which requires both execution and strategy abilities.

Position Summary

The Division Director of Human Resources serves as a strategic business partner with the division, region and facility leadership teams to reach organizational goals through effective human resource strategies in accordance with all laws, regulations and Life Care standards. Supports facilities to attract, retain and develop quality associates who further the commitment to provide quality patient care. Provides human resource guidance to facility associates. Reports to the Division Vice President.

About Life Care

As a privately owned company, Life Care distinguishes itself with more than 46 years of experience, stability, and success. Our modern, well maintained buildings offer strong multidisciplinary teams, specialty programs, and opportunities for continuing education. The goal of each facility is to be a full partner in the continuum of health care services in the community in which it operates. Our facilities specialize in skilled nursing, post acute care, and inpatient and outpatient therapy in well equipped, onsite rehabilitation gyms. Many of our centers provide Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Our associates are key to Life Care’s growth and commitment to providing quality patient care. We recognize that positive patient and facility outcomes only happen with dedicated, engaged associates who are driven by excellence.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business or health care administration from accredited college (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in human resources
• Must have prior training experience
• SPHR or PHR certification preferred
• Prior healthcare experience preferred
• Multi site experience preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Strong foundation in theory and principles of management and organizational development
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of division
• Ability to apply standard human resources’ practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines governing areas including but not limited to associate relations, Wage and Hour, Equal Employment Opportunity, the Family Medical Leave Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Ability to apply accurate, effective, and timely human resources support, guidance, and training to division , facility associates, and supervisors utilizing independent judgement via phone, e mail, or on site visit
• Ability to promote collaboration and sharing of value added information to enhance decision making and provide real time solutions to HR issues
• Ability to develop, direct, and evaluate consistent human resources strategies for entire division
• Able to train and educate others effectively
• Demonstrate good and independent judgment and decision making
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Willing and able to travel