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Human Resources Generalist

MEA - MidAtlantic Employers’ Association
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/15/2026
Job Description

Human Resources Generalist

Self Help Movement

Philadelphia, PA

(Full Time/ Permanent/ On-Site/Hybrid options)

Why Work for Us?

At Self Help Movement, Inc., we believe in the power of recovery, community, and transformation. For decades, our dedicated team has provided vital, compassionate care to individuals seeking stabilization and long-term recovery.

When you join us, you aren't just taking a job-you are becoming a vital pillar of a mission-driven organization dedicated to healing individuals and rebuilding families.

We offer a supportive, collaborative work environment where your HR expertise directly impacts the people who keep our clinical and administrative operations running smoothly. If you want your career to have a profound social impact, Self Help Movement is the place for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to run our payroll functions and assist with the day-to-day operations of the HR department. In this role, you will be the go-to resource for employee lifecycle administration, from talent acquisition and compliance to benefits management and full-cycle payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Payroll & Compensation: Oversee, process, and distribute payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and deductions. Ensure timely updates for new hires, terminations, and pay rate adjustments while maintaining and auditing timesheets.
  • Compliance & Audits: Ensure absolute compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws. Facilitate regular audits by preparing and providing necessary documentation.
  • Talent Acquisition: Recruit and facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants, managing the pre-employment pipeline and criminal background checks.
  • Benefits & Leave Administration: Administer comprehensive employee benefits including health and welfare, STD/LTD, Worker's Compensation, FMLA, and our 401(k) plan. Support the HR team through the annual Open Enrollment process.
  • Training & Development: Coordinate required employee training and seminars, explicitly managing our automated training platform, Relias.
  • Employee Relations: Streamline employee communications and enforce company policies and procedures to foster a transparent workplace culture.

Schedule & Compensation

  • Hours: Standard professional hours as required, with flexibility coordinated directly through the Human Resources Director.
  • Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Self Help Movement, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.

Compliance & Pre-Employment Notes

  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Successful completion of a comprehensive criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening is required as a condition of employment.
  • This position is 'at-will' and this posting does not constitute an implied or explicit contract of employment.
  • Physical Demands: This is largely a sedentary role operating in a professional office environment; however, the employee must occasionally lift or move office supplies up to 15 pounds.

Required Experience

Role Requirements & Qualifications:

  • Experience: 2 to 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with strong, hands-on experience running full-cycle payroll.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to effectively interact and build relationships with employees, managers, and external vendors.
  • Mission Alignment: Passionate about learning, supporting, and promoting the core objectives of Self Help Movement, Inc.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Program:

We value the health, well-being, and future of our employees.

Self Help Movement provides a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family:

  • Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical Insurance, Prescription drug coverage, and Vision care.
  • Dental Care: Dedicated Dental plan options to support your overall health.
  • Income Protection: Employer-paid Basic Life and Accident coverage, along with Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) options.
  • Future Security: Financial wellness support through a 401(k)-retirement plan and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), dedicated paid Holidays, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential, professional counseling and work/life support.

Keyword: HR Generalist, Human Resources Generalist

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