Healthcare Human Resources Specialist

Must be local to Tahlequah, OK.

Salary is based on experience and education.

Job Summary:

The Human Resources (HR) Specialist plays a vital role in managing and supporting HR functions within Echota Behavioral Health. This position focuses on recruitment, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and training to ensure a well-functioning and compliant healthcare workforce. The HR Specialist will work closely with clinical and administrative leadership to foster a positive workplace culture, maintain regulatory compliance, and provide essential HR support to employees.

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Primary Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate job postings, candidate screening, and interview scheduling for healthcare positions.
• Conduct new employee orientations and ensure completion of all required documentation.
• Assist in credentialing and licensure verification for clinical staff.
• Maintain and update employee records and personnel files in accordance with regulations.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Serve as a point of contact for HRrelated inquiries, concerns, and workplace issues.
• Ensure compliance with tribal, state, and federal employment regulations.
• Assist EBH director in resolving employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Support performance management processes, including evaluations and corrective actions.

Benefits & Payroll Support

• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and claims.
• Maintain accurate records for leave tracking (PTO, medical leave, etc.).
• Coordinate with payroll staff to ensure accurate processing of wages, deductions, and benefits.

Training & Development

• Support mandatory training programs, such as HIPAA compliance, workplace safety, and professional development.
• Maintain training records and track continuing education requirements for healthcare staff.
• Organize and assist with employee engagement initiatives and wellness programs.

HR Administration & Reporting

• Review HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook regularly and propose updates as needed.
• Track and report key HR metrics, including turnover rates, staffing levels, and compliance data.
• Assist EBH Director in coordinating employee appreciation and recognition programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare

Administration, or a related field (preferred).

• 2 years of HR experience, preferably in a healthcare or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and healthcare compliance standards.
• Experience with HR software, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Certification such as PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRMCP (Certified Professional) is a plus.
• Preference is given to Native applicants in accordance with P.L. 93638 and UKB and Tribal preference policies.

Employment At-Will Statement

As outlined in Personnel Policy Section 1-5, employment with Echota Behavioral

Health is at-will, meaning:

• Employees may resign at any time, with or without notice or cause.
• The organization may terminate employment at any time, with or without notice or cause, as permitted by law.