Human Resources Intern Jobs in Renton, WA (NOW HIRING)

About Us:

Across nine locations throughout the Puget Sound region, Therapeutic Health Services (THS) has provided compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services since 1972. We are dedicated to expanding access to care, serving underserved communities, and improving lives through high-quality treatment and trauma-informed, person-centered care.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM

Reporting Relationship: Reports directly to Senior HR Manager

Pay: $33.09-$39.32

Detailed Summary:

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist provides comprehensive day-to-day HR support to assigned locations, serving as a primary HR resource for employees and leaders within those areas. The HR Generalist supports onboarding, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, compensation, employee records, and other HR operations while partnering with managers and employees to address workplace needs, maintain a positive workplace culture, and ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Benefits Administration: 

Serve as the primary contact for benefits administration, including enrollments, qualifying life events, terminations, open enrollment, and employee benefits questions.

2. Compensation: 

Conduct salary benchmarking, market pricing, and compensation analyses to support competitive and equitable pay practices.

3. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: 

Manage recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and coordinating the hiring process with managers.

4. Disability, Leave & Accommodation Management: 

Administer FMLA, PFML, ADA accommodations, intermittent leave, and other protected leaves while facilitating the interactive process and ensuring compliance.

5. Employee Relations & HR Support: 

Provide HR guidance to employees and leaders on employee relations, performance management, workplace concerns, policies, and employment practices.

6. Onboarding & Employee Integration: 

Prepare new hire materials and coordinate onboarding processes, including orientation sessions.

7. HRIS & Employee Records: 

Maintain and update the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and employee files, including digital and physical records.

8. Employment Screening & Verification:

Conduct background checks and employment verifications.

9. Credentialing & Licensure:

Verify and track employee credentials, including professional licenses and certifications.

10. HR Compliance & Regulatory Standards:

Ensure HR practices comply with applicable laws, regulations, and CARF accreditation standards.

11. Investigations & Documentation:

Support internal investigations and assist with related documentation.

12. Policies & Procedures:

Contribute to the development, review, and revision of HR policies and procedures.

13. Training & Leadership Development:

Facilitate or support HR-related trainings and leadership development initiatives as needed.

14. HR Metrics & Reporting:

Compile HR metrics and data to support analysis, reporting, and organizational decision- making.

15. Employee Engagement & Workplace Relationships:

Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with employees and leaders at all levels.

16. HR Projects & Process Improvement:

Support HR projects and process improvement initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of HR operations.

17. Other Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

2. At least 2 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or similar role.

3. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

4. Good communication skills – both written and verbal.

5. Comfortable using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

6. Able to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

7. Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines.

Benefits Full-Time & Part-Time Staff:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 1 Mental Health Day, and 1 Personal Day annually.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Training allowance and license reimbursement.
• Proud to be a Second Chance Employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Accommodations may be provided in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workforce.