What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Human Resources position at The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard?
Job Title: Human Resources (HR) Director – Healthcare | Full-Time | Day Shift
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
About Us:
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is a well-established behavioral health facility in Philadelphia providing inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and substance abuse treatment. As a leader in behavioral healthcare, we are committed to offering evidence-based services that are culturally and spiritually responsive to the needs of our diverse community.
Our services include:
- Substance Use Disorder Services
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Outpatient Drug & Alcohol Treatment Services
We strive to enhance the competency and abilities of our staff through innovative training and development initiatives.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Director to lead our HR team. The HR Director is responsible for overseeing all HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, benefits, workers' compensation, and HRIS management. This leadership role plays a vital part in supporting our staff and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage all recruitment and talent acquisition efforts
- Supervise, mentor, and support the HR team
- Ensure HR compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (Joint Commission, CBH, DOH, AOA)
- Manage onboarding, retention, and compensation programs
- Administer workers' compensation claims and reporting
- Lead employee relations, handle investigations, grievances, and disciplinary actions
- Manage HRIS systems to support better business outcomes
- Partner with executive leadership to drive HR strategy and organizational success
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 5-7 years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in a leadership/managerial role (healthcare setting preferred)
- Strong knowledge of recruitment strategies, HRIS systems, workers’ compensation, and employee relations
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Experience in behavioral health or long-term care is a plus
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/F/D/V).
