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Total Rewards Leader (HR)

missionhealthcare
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026

Mission Healthcare, located in seven states, is the largest home health and hospice company in the western United States. We have a critical mission—to take care of our people. We provide a comprehensive array of services that meet the needs of patients and families across the healthcare continuum. We believe our people, partners, patients and their families deserve care delivered with Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Service (CARES), Mission Healthcare’s core values. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to impact patient’s lives daily and grow your career in a culture of collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are excited to continue to grow our mission family!

Mission Healthcare offers competitive benefit packages designed to support the well‑being of our team.
Benefits Available to All Benefit-Eligible Employees

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Additional Benefits for Employees Regularly Scheduled 30 Hours per Week: 

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Disability, life, and AD&D insurance
  • Pet insurance
Schedule/Shift: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

The Total Rewards Leader is responsible for the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of compensation and benefits programs. This role supports the execution of total rewards strategies, ensures market competitiveness, and partners with HR and business leaders to deliver effective and compliant programs.

Responsibilities: 

Total Rewards Strategy

  • Develop and lead a comprehensive total rewards strategy aligned with company goals and growth plans
  • Ensure programs support talent attraction, retention, engagement, and performance
  • Advise executive leadership on market trends, pay positioning, and workforce economics

Compensation

  • Design and manage base salary structures, incentive plans, and equity programs (if applicable)
  • Lead annual compensation processes including merit planning, bonus cycles, and market adjustments
  • Ensure internal equity and external competitiveness through benchmarking and market analysis
  • Oversee job architecture, leveling frameworks, and career progression models

Benefits & Wellbeing

  • Oversee design and administration of health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs
  • Evaluate and optimize vendor relationships and benefits offerings for cost and employee value
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, etc.)

Incentive & Recognition Programs

  • Design short- and long-term incentive plans aligned with company performance goals
  • Develop recognition programs that reinforce company culture and values

Analytics & Governance

  • Establish metrics and dashboards to measure effectiveness of total rewards programs (e.g., cost, participation, ROI, turnover impact)
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and audit readiness across all programs
  • Lead pay equity analysis and support DEI initiatives

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Lead and develop the total rewards team (compensation, benefits, payroll where applicable)
  • Partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and compensation expense planning
  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on offers, pay strategy, and hiring competitiveness
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and the executive team

Qualifications: 

Education & Licensure

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field
  • 5–8 years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards
  • Strong analytical and Excel skills
  • Experience with HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred)
  • Working knowledge of compensation structures and benefits regulations

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities
  • Expertise in quality improvement methodologies and regulatory compliance
  • Financial acumen with ability to link clinical performance to financial outcomes
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Data-driven decision-making and performance management
  • Experience with EMR-preferably Homecare Homebase, understanding analytics and key insights and interpretation of data.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel
  • Ability to market aggressively and deal tactfully with customers and the community.
  • Knowledge of corporate business management.
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At Mission Healthcare, we believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every employee feels respected, accepted, and empowered. We are committed to building a diverse team and creating an environment that promotes equity and belonging.

Equal Opportunity & Veteran‑Friendly Employer:
We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, compassionate healthcare teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply. As a veteran‑friendly employer and proud participant in the We Honor Veterans Association, we recognize and value the leadership, teamwork, adaptability, and service‑driven experience military‑connected individuals bring to patient‑centered care and healthcare environments.

Accessibility Commitment:
We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the employment process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to let us know how we can best meet your needs.
 
Inclusion Efforts:
We continually work to enhance our practices by actively combating discrimination and advancing fairness and inclusivity. We encourage applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply and join us in our mission to diversify our team and foster an environment where diverse perspectives are embraced, and every employee is given the opportunity to thrive.
 
Your Voice Matters:
Mission Healthcare values your voice. We believe in maintaining a dialogue about diversity and inclusion within our teams and welcome your perspectives and innovative ideas. Together, we aim to build a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and a culture where everyone belongs.

Communication Consent:
By submitting an application, you acknowledge and consent to receive communications—including emails, phone calls, and text messages—from Mission Healthcare and its recruiters regarding your application and potential employment opportunities. You may opt out of text messages at any time by responding with "STOP".
 
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