HR Generalist

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Position Title: HR Generalist
Location: Gainesville, FL
Salary: $50,336/Annually |Exempt

Why Choose Meridian?

For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out.

We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.). If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team.

About the Role

As the HR Generalist, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will:

• Workers' Compensation Management - Process, maintain, and monitor workers' compensation cases; conduct ergonomic assessments; and prepare required reports.

• OSHA Compliance - Maintain OSHA logs and file annual OSHA reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Leave Administration - Manage full-cycle processing and tracking of FMLA, LOA, and ADA accommodation requests.

• New Hire Processing - Complete weekly onboarding tasks including IT ticket submissions, HRIS data entry, and participation in in-person new hire orientation.

• Background Screening - Conduct and track all required screenings (local, Level II, DMV, clearinghouse rosters) and manage the Center Driver program.

• I-9 & E-Verify Compliance - Complete I-9s, process E-Verify cases, and ensure adherence to USCIS guidelines.

• HRIS & Personnel Records - Maintain accurate personnel files and HRIS records, including new hire data, credential updates, health certifications, and routine reporting.

• Onboarding Support - Assist new hires with obtaining required educational transcripts and support ongoing onboarding activities.

• Employee Offboarding - Conduct exit interviews, analyze feedback, and prepare summary reports.

• Internal HR Audits - Complete quarterly personnel file audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.

• Staff Support & Development - Aid staff by supporting training coordination, professional development initiatives, and employee resource needs.

• Cross-Functional HR Support - Serve as backup for payroll and benefits processing, HR phone coverage, federal reporting (VETS-4212, EEO), external audits, and other HR functions.

• Policy Support - Assist in updating HR policies related to assigned responsibilities.

• Additional Duties - Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or related discipline preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience in human resources, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, training coordination, employee support, or administrative operations.

Experience supporting multiple HR functions in a fast-paced environment preferred.

What You'll Love About Working at Meridian

• Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more.

• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources.

• Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years.

• Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness.

• Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities.

For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.