What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at FirstLight Home Care?
Human Resources Generalist
JOB SUMMARY:
The HR Generalist is responsible for all areas of home health care human resources and caregivers. This individual directly interfaces with applicants and caregivers with the recruiting, training and retention process.
• H.S. Diploma or GED, some college or two years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Experience in home care or knowledge of the health care industry preferred.
• Previous human resources and recruiting experience.
• Prior scheduling experience preferred.
• Requires proficiency in computer skills including but not limited to MS Office, MS Excel and scheduling program.
• Have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick and elderly.
• Ability to carry out directions, read and write.
• Maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
• Must possess and demonstrate excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills and customer service techniques.
• Must perform and manage multiple responsibilities concurrently and work well under pressure.
• Must excel in fast-paced environment and demonstrate consistent excellent judgment with respect to hiring, training and other ongoing employment decisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Accountable for ensuring the company attracts, retains and grows the best pool of caregivers possible.
• Initiates the recruiting and hiring process for caregivers including actively targeting sources of quality prospective employees, processing applications, background screening, testing, interviewing, and reference validation.
• Orients and trains caregivers and maintains current caregiver files in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Records employee information such as personnel data, compensation, benefits, tax data, attendance, performance reviews, evaluations, and termination date and reason.
• Enters, maintains, and corrects employee and payroll data into the computer.
• Supervises caregivers and completes performance appraisals for caregivers at specified intervals. Responsible for employment decisions including hiring and termination.
• Understands and adheres to established FirstLight Home Care policies and procedures.
• Performs continuing and on-going caregiver training.
• Understands and adheres to state and federal labor laws as they pertain to home care agencies.
• Participate in the quality assurance reviews and evaluations of the home health agency’s services.
• Spanish language skills a plus