Human Resources Associate

Description

For over 60 years, Abilities First has been a trusted provider of education, vocation, residential and support programs in the Hudson Valley serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Committed to inclusion, Abilities First seeks to break down the barriers between people with and without disabilities, envisioning a world where all people are recognized and valued for their Abilities First.

Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds, and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming, and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender, and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.

The HR Associate will provide support to key HR functions for effective and efficient operations of the organization’s Human Resource Department, specifically in the areas of employee benefits, employee engagement, and department compliance. The HR Associate will have the ability to work with all stakeholders professionally and perform work with strict confidentiality.

Position Schedule: Full time Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Salary Range: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour

Position Standards:

• Perform clerical functions as related to benefits administration, including timely filing of documents, scanning, and medical file organization.
• Update online forms and benefits material annually as requested to reflect changes in offerings; may assign new employees applicable online benefit orientation material and assist with annual open enrollment.
• Maintain working knowledge of benefit plans and offerings for all employee groups to answer frequently asked questions from employees; refer complex inquiries to Benefits Administrator or alternate department member as warranted. 
• Provide routine support in the absence of the Benefits Administrator with leave of absence requests and COBRA notices.
• Become proficient with HRIS to assist with data entry and report generation as requested.
• Assist with department events including Staff Appreciation/Employee Benefits Day.
• May act as the Human Resources liaison for Staff Management meetings as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Conduct exit interviews and compile response data for review with trends and recommendations.
• Audit department files for compliance as assigned and document findings for Director review.
• Travel to local agency sites as needed for training, meetings, events, etc.
• Ensures all trainings and certifications required are current, and seeks further support and training where needed.
• Performs other appropriate job-related activities as requested by supervisor or as circumstances warrant.
• Adhere to agency Standards of Conduct, which require all employees, consultants, board members, volunteers, and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith and respect for others and the law.
• Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.
• Will incorporate concepts of person-centered excellence by respecting people’s concerns and responding accordingly and will use “teachable moments” to assist people in understanding and exercising their rights.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, in order to perform the essential functions of this job, an individual shall be required to:

• Sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Perform work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Have the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Have the ability to bend, squat, and pivot to organize and maintain department files. 
• Possess verbal and written communication skills, in English, to ensure adequate regulatory documentation.

This is a full-time position eligible for these benefits:

• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Retirement savings options with 403(b) plan
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• On Demand Payment – access your earnings as early as the next day
• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.
• And More!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field preferred; minimum  one year experience working in a human resources department required. A combination of education and experience may be deemed acceptable by the Director.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications required.
• Experience with HRIS, Paylocity preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees via email, telephone, and in-person.
• Must have a current NYS driver’s license, free of moving violations; deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier.

Salary : $23 - $25