Human Resources Specialist (Kalamazoo)

Job Summary : The HR Specialist will be responsible for driving and supporting the full employee lifecycle, which may include activities such as performance management administration, HRIS support, onboarding and recruiting, for NorthStar Care Community (NSCC) employees.

Essential Functions :

• Actively updates and maintains the organizations Human Resources Information System (HRIS). This includes establishing workflows, updating onboarding experiences, and generating reports as needed for HR metrics and analytics.
• Oversees the performance management process, including annual evaluations, orientation reviews, and annual goals; ensures timely completion of tasks through reporting. Assists managers with goal setting, performance improvement paths, and feedback processes.
• Ensures accuracy and confidentiality of all employee records.
• Works closely with Payroll staff to ensure employee records are updated and maintained.
• Manages and maintains accurate credentialing and licensing records for staff, including tracking expirations, processing applications, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, and updating provider information in online systems.
• Processes and reviews new hire onboarding documentation, including I-9s, at the time of hire.
• May manage the full cycle recruiting process including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing and selection. Collaborates with supervising leaders in the recruiting and selection process to ensure adequate staffing throughout the organization.
• Utilizes various computer programs to prepare, analyze, and present information, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Supports department projects as assigned and may work with other departments and disciplines in support of company-wide initiatives.
• Stays current with legislative and regulatory changes that affect human resources. Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local legislations including FMLA, ADA, ADEA, OSHA, COBRA, HIPAA, and other employment regulations.
• Contributes to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Proactively participates in team functions and meetings, internal and external education, training, in-services, and other activities to promote personal and professional growth.
• Actively participates in activities that promote NorthStar Care Communitys mission in the community.
• Adheres to organizational Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, protocols and processes and all regulatory and legal requirements.
• Adheres to the NorthStar standards to care for every person, every time, 100% of the time.

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