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Are you an organized, detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) professional? Join our team today as a Human Resources Coordinator! In this role, you will play an essential role in delivering high-quality HR services across all Good Shepherd entities. From benefits administration and compliance to employee engagement initiatives, you will help create a supportive and positive experience for our team members. At Good Shepherd, you’ll find not only meaningful work and a team-oriented environment, but also a strong commitment to supporting employees.

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator Responsibilities

Benefit Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans and other voluntary benefits

• Process benefit enrollments, qualifying life event changes, annual open enrollment and COBRA notifications

• Serve as the primary contact for employee benefit inquiries

• Coordinate with benefit vendors to resolve eligibility and claims issues

• Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations

• Code monthly invoices and verify changes are accurately reflected on both the invoice and in the payroll system

Learning Management & Compliance Training

• Manage the organization's computer-based training (Learning Management Systems)

• Assign and track required education, annual competencies and regulatory training

• Monitor employee training compliance and generate reports for department managers

• Maintain training records to meet state, federal and accreditation standards

• Serve as the primary contact for troubleshooting employee inquiries

Safety Program Coordination

• Coordinate Good Shepherd’s employee safety program

• Track workplace injuries, incident reports and OSHA-related documentation

• Chair the Employee Safety Committee, which includes Safe Patient Handling and Ergonomics

• Conduct meetings and maintain meeting records

• Monitor required safety training and regulatory compliance

• Coordinate safety communications and educational initiatives

• Assist with workers' compensation reporting and return-to-work documentation

• Maintain Good Shepherd’s SDS program

Administrative Support

• Process employee change of statuses to ensure accurate dates in Good Shepherd’s HRIS system and payroll system

• Perform a variety of clerical duties including wage verifications, employment verifications, correspondences and computer data input

• Take an active role on the Good Shepherd Retention Committee

• Assist in the updates of Policy & Procedures and the Personnel Handbook

• Act as the primary backup to the Employment Recruiter for screening applications and onboarding new employees

• Assist the VP of Human Resources with the leave program, including proper communication with employees and supervisors, distribution of paperwork and required notices and receipt of all necessary paperwork in compliance with leave policies

• Coordinate Good Shepherd’s clothing orders

• Support the Human Resources team by offering assistance or backup support when needed to ensure all areas of the Human Resources department are adequately covered

• Maintain confidentiality of all Good Shepherd and employee information including, but not limited to, personnel files, health files and payroll records

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Earned Safe & Sick Time Off

• FREE Option for Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for Employee

• Pay-In-Lieu of Benefits for Extra $4 per Hour (Eligibility Requirements Apply)

• 401K with Company Match

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Tuition Reimbursement & Scholarship Opportunities

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator Qualifications

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

• Two or more years of Human Resources or administrative experience preferred, preferable in healthcare or long-term care

• Experience administering employee benefits and maintaining HRIS records

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) or computer-based training platforms

• Working knowledge of workplace safety programs, OSHA regulations, workers' compensation and incident reporting procedures

• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook

• Excellent organizational, attention to detail, communication and customer service skills

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