What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Specialist position at AccordCare LLC?
Location: Nassau - Suffolk Area
Schedule: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hybrid
Hourly Range: $28 - $29 per hour
About AccordCare
AccordCare and our family of brands is a premier in-home personal care company providing services to people of all ages and levels of need. A better quality of care comes from exceptional caregivers and AccordCare only hires the best! AccordCare is an employee-friendly company. We focus on our employees to ensure they have a healthy work and life balance. Our employees become our family, and through excellent training and support, they are ready to serve our clients with a fresh perspective on successful aging.
Join our mission to connect compassionate caregivers with those who need them most.
About the Role
The HR Specialist plays a central role in ensuring a consistent, compliant, and positive employee experience. Working closely with branch leaders, field teams, and corporate departments, this position provides expertise in HR operations, talent processes, and regulatory readiness. It is an ideal opportunity for an HR professional who is detail-oriented, proactive, and energized by both people and process improvement.
- Partner with leaders and employees on compliance matters and HR best practices.
- Support talent acquisition and onboarding by guiding hiring teams through UKG workflows, resolving issues, and auditing new hire documentation.
- Manage compliance requirements such as I-9 reverifications, licenses, and certifications, and assist with survey readiness.
- Coordinate off-boarding activities, including updating systems, issuing termination letters, and maintaining accurate records.
- Generate and analyze HR data reports for leadership and external stakeholders.
- Support leaders with performance management and employee relations processes.
- Respond to employee and management inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
- Contribute to HR team objectives and projects that strengthen operations and culture.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred; PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
- At least three years of HR experience, ideally within healthcare or a regulated environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; UKG experience preferred.
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance practices.
- Ability to build trust across diverse teams and maintain discretion with confidential information.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid time off
- Employee discount program
Why Join Us
You will be part of a dynamic HR team that values collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. We offer a supportive workplace where your expertise directly contributes to organizational success, regulatory excellence, and employee engagement.
Work Environment
This role is hybrid-based with one day in each office per week with regular computer use and frequent communication both in person and virtually. Standard physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, and light lifting. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $28 - $29