Human Resources Specialist (People Operations)

$45,760 - $52,166/Yr

Devereux - Washington, CT

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, CT

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About the position

The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, is seeking a People Operations Specialist who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with learning differences and mental health/behavioral challenges. This position will be part of a cohesive, passionate, and dynamic team dedicated to providing top-notch and individualized therapeutic care for students. The role involves fostering Devereux's mission and values of quality care while working in a comprehensive residential program for children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective systems and communication for correspondence, training, employee screenings, employee records, regulatory agencies, state and federal requirements, and corporate and center policies and procedures.
• Discuss personnel needs with department supervisors to prepare and implement recruitment program, orientation, and ongoing training needs.
• Determine optimal means of reaching candidates including advertisement, colleague search, college and university employer resource services, web-based recruitment, and passive searches.
• Perform reference checks and arrange for background checks on applicants.
• Communicate with applicants to notify them of employment consideration.
• Manage workers compensation claims and maintain OSHA incident log.
• Report to Management on the efficacy of recruitment efforts and on workplace issues affecting recruitment, training, and retention.
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude toward Devereux mission and goals.
• Assist with compensation and benefit related areas and maintain appropriate records.
• Research, communicate, and educate management in the areas of federal and state labor laws, workers compensation, and unemployment law, and Human Rights Commission.
• Manage data system for employment functions and employee benefits.
• Perform other duties as directed by Executive Management.

Requirements

• High School or GED Required
• Minimum of 2 years of HR experience and previous recruiting experience required
• Competence in Windows computer environment
• Well-developed organizational skills

Benefits

• 24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
• 8 sick days
• Quality low cost benefits
• 403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career accelerator program (ASCEND) with 100% tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment