Position: HR Generalist

The HR Generalist provides Human Resources support across the community to team members. This position works to create a culture that recognizes and rewards team members for performance and encourages development. Assures compliance with state regulations as well as federal and state employment laws. Position must be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the community and collaborate with others to enhance the workplace.

Join us at Lakewood where we impact lives and build careers! We are a regional leader in senior care and are located in the west end of Richmond! Our environment is beautiful, the work is meaningful, and our team is collaborative!

At Lakewood, you would be an integral part of a team whose energy, creativity, and talents are valued and rewarded. We want you to be the best you can be - we can do this together with work/life integration, coaching and opportunities to learn and grow!

We strongly believe in our mission of empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. Together we can make a difference for residents and their families. Come join us!

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with managers and team members to provide engagement opportunities across the community. This includes team member events and recognition programs for team members.
• Supports team members and managers with guidance on policy interpretation and performance management.
• Assists managers with coaching and development of their teams as well as any investigations or disciplinary actions. 
• Active member of the Safety Committee to help ensure the community remains focused on the safety of all team members. 
• Collaborates with community leaders to creates monthly team member newsletter. 
• Provides guidance and oversight on leave benefits such as FML, STD, LTD and Workers Compensation. This includes ensuring team members understand and coordinate with the home office Benefits Specialist as needed.
• Works with Payroll to ensure required timecard corrections are made each payroll.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 2 years in an HR Generalist role
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and regulations governing Human Resources.
• Possess good skills in planning, organizing and directing.
• Ability to maintain and strengthen good working relationships with staff at all levels of the organization and to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in computerized timekeeping and HRIS systems.

At Lakewood, teamwork, integrity, and creativity are valued and rewarded. Together we can make a difference for residents and their families. Come join our winning team!

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.