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HR Assistant

James L. Maher Center
Middletown, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Treats all individuals and coworkers and with dignity, respect, and fairness.Job Requirements (include but are not limited to):

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Human Resource Assistant position requires a professional, organized individual with the ability to take ownership of new projects. This role requires management of multiple projectssimultaneously, accuracy in daily work, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-pacedenvironment. The position requires excellent Excel skills along with familiarity with ADP Workforce. The HR Assistant will be responsible for implementing our new on-line benefits enrollment platform through ADP.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Trainings

  • Completes and maintains all required State mandated trainings such as, Universal Precautions, CPR / First Aid, Signs & Symptoms of Illness & Injury and Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities, and Hospitals (BHDDH) CORE trainings within 90 days of employment;
  • Attends meetings and training sessions as required by BHDDH and JLMC;

Daily Programing

  • Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties
  • Be thoroughly familiar with and adhere to all company policies and procedures as
  • outlined in the Policy Manual.
  • Provide clerical and administrative support to Human Resources executives
  • Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies)
  • Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, etc.) and take minutes
  • Assist with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
  • Assist in processing bi-weekly payroll in an accurate and timely fashion in ADP
  • Answer employee payroll queries via phone, email and in-person
  • Process verification of I-9 documentation
  • Maintain complete confidentiality with all payroll and personnel information.
  • Communicate any employee issues with HR Manager to determine corrective action
  • measure
  • Maintain compliance with all requirements and regulations in all aspects of work
  • performed
  • Completing the hiring process, including orientation for new hires.
  • All other duties as assigned

Communication

  • Acts as a representative for James L. Maher Center in a professional manner when required, to families, service coordinators, State officials, community partners, local businesses, and employers;
  • Maintains participant confidentiality

Teamwork

Treats all individuals and coworkers with dignity, respect and fairness

Job Requirements:

  • 2 years HR experience or specific related education
  • Knowledge in payroll regulations, experience processing payroll
  • Excellent analytical skills that are detailed and accurate
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • The ability to work well with co-workers and in a team environment
  • Record of dependability and good attendance
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Minimum of Intermediate computer skills in Word programs
  • Excellent Excel Skills

Preferred Qualifications (including but not limited to ):

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in human resource management, or commensurate combination of experience (4-7 years) and education

This job description is subject to change

  • Reports to: HR Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Payroll: 1 year (Preferred)
  • HRIS: 1 year (Required)
  • Human resources: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $24

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