Are you dedicated to empowering and supporting youth, regardless of their background? We're searching for passionate individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of foster youth. Become an integral part of their transformative journey and join the First Place for Youth team. 

About First Place for Youth We’re a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in their transition to adulthood, with a focus on education, employment, and housing. We believe that all young people deserve the opportunity to thrive and lead successful, independent lives. Our comprehensive programs empower foster youth to overcome the unique challenges they face and build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed.

 Why Work at First Place For Youth:

• Meaningful Impact: Help to transform the lives of foster youth on the cusp of adulthood. Your role will support them in their journey to conquer challenges, achieve independence, and fulfill their aspirations.
• Innovative Approach: We thrive on innovation, pushing the boundaries of foster care support. Your voice here matters, and you’ll contribute to programs that redefine the futures of these young lives.
• Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Embrace a dynamic and supportive workplace, where every team member is valued. Together, we're a force dedicated to uplifting youth. Expect professional growth, fueled by teamwork and collaboration.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We value the well-being of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package. From health and wellness benefits to retirement plans, we ensure that our team members are taken care of so they can focus on their important work supporting foster youth.
• Culture of Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in every form. At First Place for Youth, inclusivity reigns, creating a workplace where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resources Generalist is a detail-oriented, proactive, problem solving, experienced HR professional with strong tactical skills to manage the daily functions of the Human Resources (HR) department onboarding, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices. The HR Generalist reports to the Director of Human resources and provides personnel support to the HR department, which includes the following: support for benefits administration, personnel policies, and CCL compliance. The HR Generalist will have exceptional communications skills and possess the ability to engage others with diplomacy and confidentiality to build and maintain strong professional working relationships. This is an onsite position scheduled to work from our HQ location Monday – Friday, 8 hours per day

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides support for benefits administration, personnel policies, compensation, and regulatory compliance
• Plans, prioritizes, organizes, and manages HR administrative workflow and projects
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications and works closely with the recruiter to provide an excellent candidate experience
• Coordinates onboarding and new hire process ensuring accuracy and integrity of data
• Contributes to the development of new HR systems, processes, and operations to ensure greater efficiencies
• Effectively coordinates with Payroll on related matters
• Works closely with HR Director to plan and conduct new hire orientation
• Provides top-notch HR service delivery to managers and staff
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on various special projects
• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory trainings
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as needed.
• Processes HR vendor invoices for payment with accounting 
• Maintains and audits Personnel Files, I-9 Binder, and HRIS. Develops and maintains employee files, Community Care Licensing (CCL), and other pertinent employee information. Manages and maintains hard copies and electronic copies.
• Processes documentation and prepares reports relating to personnel activities (i.e., staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, compliance filings, etc.)
• Assists with constructive and timely performance evaluations process
• Manages COVID protocol process with employees to offer guidance on protocols
• Leads HR efforts in preparing and responding to internal and external audits
• Responds to HR inbox and HR ticketing system
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification and Requirements 

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• At least three years of human resources generalist experience required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Full-time position
• 15 days of vacation time in year one
• 12 days of sick time
• 2 flexible holidays
• 14 paid holidays
• Paid sabbatical
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Employee’s choice of Kaiser or UCH HMO/PPO Up to 90% of premium covered by First Place on certain plans
• Delta Dental Premium PPO
• VSP Vision
• 401k Retirement Savings with Match 

 *We do not offer relocation assistance Local candidates preferred

*Pay will be determined based on Education and Experience. 

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of transition age foster youth and want to join a dynamic and impactful organization, we invite you to apply. Together, let's empower transition age foster youth to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future. To learn more about First Place For Youth and view our current job openings, please visit our website at www.firstplaceforyouth.org/careers.

We are unable to sponsor work visas now or in the future. 

First Place will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and applicable law. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the California Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage or reviewing this guidance provide by the City of San Francisco. For additional information regarding your rights, please also review the Summary of Your Rights Under the FCRA.