Human Resources Assistant

Join The Emerge Center in Baton Rouge as a Part-Time Human Resources Assistant, where you'll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment dedicated to making a difference for individuals with autism. This onsite position allows you to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting, building essential skills that can propel your career forward. With a competitive pay range of $15,600 to $17,680, this role is perfect for current HR students or recent graduates eager to grow within an organization committed to excellence and integrity. Experience being part of a high-performance team, where your contributions will directly impact our mission of supporting children and families. You can enjoy great benefits such as EAP and Education Assistance. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to kickstart your career while making a meaningful difference in your community!

A little about The Emerge Center, Foundation, and School for Autism

We are dedicated to empowering individuals on the autism spectrum to unfold their unique potential. With a compassionate and inclusive approach, our organization fosters a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and embraces each client's distinctive strengths. Through personalized education plans, specialized therapies, and a collaborative community, we strive to cultivate a sense of belonging and equip our clients with the skills and confidence needed to navigate a world that values and appreciates their individuality. At Emerge, we are committed to inspiring growth, fostering independence, and building a foundation for a fulfilling and inclusive future.

What's your day like?

As a Part-Time Human Resources Assistant at The Emerge Center, you can expect a variety of responsibilities that contribute to the smooth functioning of our HR department. On a day-to-day basis, you will assist in managing employee records, coordinating recruitment efforts, and supporting onboarding processes for new hires. You will also help prepare and maintain HR documentation while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. Communication will be key, as you'll interact with staff across the organization to address inquiries and provide support. Your schedule will be flexible, and tailored to the department's needs, but you should be available during our core operating hours of 8 AM to 4 : 30 PM.

This role offers a unique chance to engage in a fast-paced environment while gaining valuable HR experience in the education sector.

Does this sound like you?

To excel as a Part-Time Human Resources Assistant at The Emerge Center, candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, ensuring that personnel policies are consistently updated and effectively communicated to managers. Proficiency with HR software and tools is essential, as you will be responsible for scheduling job interviews, aligning applications with Equal Employment Opportunity requirements, and conducting orientations for new hires. Attention to detail is critical, especially when recording performance-related documentation, filing records of progressive discipline actions, and preparing separation documents while informing terminated employees of their COBRA rights. Additionally, the ability to screen reference calls concerning former employees is necessary for maintaining compliance and integrity within the hiring process. A proactive approach and understanding of HR best practices will be vital for success in this engaging role.

The knowledge and skills required for the position are :

• This Human Resources assistant position at our organization requires you to ensure that all personnel policies are constantly being checked
• updated
• and communicated to all managers within the company; schedule job interviews and ensure that all applications conform with Equal Employment Opportunity requirements; conduct orientation for new employees; schedule performance review sessions and record all performance-related documentation; file records of all progressive discipline action per company policy; prepare separation documents and inform all terminated employees of their COBRA rights; and screen all reference calls concerning former employees.

Your next step

We believe in taking care of our team on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today!

Salary : $15,600 - $17,680