What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Coordinator position at Wayfinder Family Services?
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Description
Join Us at Wayfinder Family Services: A Place Where Every Challenge Meets Opportunity
At Wayfinder Family Services, we believe every child, youth, and adult facing challenges deserves support—and we’re committed to being their unwavering guide. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA), we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive, contribute, and grow. If you want to make an impact, build lasting relationships, and create positive change in the communities we serve, Wayfinder might be the place for you!
Your Opportunity to Lead Change
As a part of the Wayfinder team, you won’t just have a job—you’ll have a purpose. You’ll be part of a team of passionate professionals who are committed to providing life-changing services to individuals facing obstacles. Whether you're working with children, youth, or adults, every day presents a new opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life.
Why Choose Wayfinder Family Services?
We offer more than just competitive salaries; we offer a community where your work will matter and where your growth is supported. Here’s how we empower our team:
💼 Work-Life Flexibility
- Hybrid schedules available for many roles
- Flexible hours to support your work-life balance
💰 Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- Sign-on bonuses for eligible positions
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible
- Generous 401(k) matching (100% of deferrals up to 3% of compensation; 50% of deferrals on 3% to 5%)
- Medical & Dental Insurance with employee-only family coverage plans
- Paid Time Off: 11 paid holidays, five winter holidays, and a generous PTO policy
- Education Reimbursement: Invest in your career development
- Employee Referral Program: Encourage your colleagues to join us
- Robust training programs in trauma-informed care, evidence-based practices, and clinical supervision for licensure
🌍 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
- We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
- We actively encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, veterans, and people with disabilities.
🌱 Growth & Learning
- Access to professional development opportunities, including Shared Core Practice Model and Trauma-Informed Care training.
- Be a part of our commitment to best practices in social services.
Compensation:
- In accordance with California law, the expected salary range for this position is posted with this position. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Role Summary
As a Human Resources Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department. This position is responsible for providing a high level of administrative support to ensure efficient and effective HR processes.
What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking passionate individuals who embody the values of compassion, integrity, and teamwork. Here’s what you’ll need to succeed:
- A solid commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others
- Experience working in social services, education, mental health, or related fields (preferred but not required)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you're a connector, a listener, and a problem solver
- A passion for lifelong learning and professional development
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively with diverse teams
- A growth mindset that aligns with Wayfinder’s mission to empower and support marginalized communities
How you will Impact Change:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HRIS system (Paycom) ensuring compliance with all relevant record-keeping requirements.
- Manages several aspects of the monthly quality assistance calendar, including professional license verifications, driver’s license expirations, and program personnel rosters.
- Supports employee termination activities, ensuring proper documentation is in the personnel file, scheduling exit interviews, and removing the employee from all organization portals (internal and external).
- Provide back-up support for New Hire Orientation. Assist new hires with Paycom registration, I-9 verification, audit completion, and biometric clock registration.
- May assist with other HR functions or projects as needed.
Qualifications
Education and Credentials
- A bachelor’s degree in human resource management, public administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- At least one year of experience working with a human resources department is preferred.
- Nonprofit experience is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Paycom is strongly preferred.
- Valid CA Driver’s License with a minimum of two (2) years of good driving history and must be approved by the agency’s insurance carrier to drive agency vehicles.
Employee Wellness and Safety at Wayfinder
Our employees' and clients' health and safety are at the heart of everything we do. To maintain a safe environment, we require:
- Health screenings and adherence to our masking policies where applicable
- Proof of required vaccinations for employees working with unaccompanied minors (The Haven program)
- Exemptions considered for medical or disability-related reasons
At Wayfinder, we believe in our diverse team's strength and collective ability to create meaningful change. Wayfinder Family Services is ready for you if you're ready to contribute to an organization that values your skills, respects your individuality, and fosters your personal and professional growth!
Salary : $20 - $22