What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Specialist position at Commonwealth Staffing?
We are recruiting for a Human Resources Specialist for a behavioral health practice specializing in high-quality mental health services for individuals and families. This is an in-office position in Charlottesville, Virginia, but our client is willing to pay for relocation.
Our client is headquartered in Charlottesville but has multiple locations across Virginia. They are committed to fostering a compassionate and supportive environment for both their clients and their staff. They offer the stability of an established and thriving company, a supportive team-oriented work culture, and a commitment to continuous self-improvement and mutual accountability.
About the Role : As a Human Resources Specialist, you'll be an integral part of this company's team, ensuring their human resources are a smooth and effective operation. You'll be responsible for various HR tasks, including compliance, managing leaves of absence (including FMLA and Disability leave), supporting performance coaching, ensuring the completion of annual reporting and audits (EEOC, ACA, 401k, and Worker's Compensation), coordinating with other HR team members, and providing essential HR support to their management team.
Ideal Candidate Profile : We are looking for a like-minded individual who embodies our values and can thrive in our supportive and dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities :
- Personable and Approachable : You should have excellent interpersonal skills, making it easy for others to approach you with their concerns and questions.
- Tactful and Precise Communicator : Your communication style should be discreet, clear, and practical, ensuring smooth interactions with employees and management. You will maintain confidentiality and professionalism while exercising discretion when handling sensitive and private employee information.
- Critical Thinker : Adept at critical thinking, you can analyze situations from multiple perspectives and provide well-thought-out solutions.
- Self-Motivated and Independent : You are self-driven and capable of working independently, taking ownership of your responsibilities.
- Detail-Oriented : Your keen eye for detail ensures accuracy and compliance in all HR-related tasks.
- Proficient with MS Office, including Excel : You should have a solid understanding of various software tools to manage HR-related data efficiently.
- Previous HR Experience and / or education : While not mandatory, prior experience in a Human Resources role and / or relevant education is a plus.
Benefits and Location : This is a full-time on-site position at their Charlottesville office. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes :
