What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant position at New River Ranch, Inc.?
The mission of New River Ranch, Inc. is to provide healing environment that promotes individuals’ development into who God created them to be.
Our core values guide our behavior toward each other, our residents, and associates. Our core values are:
- Safety – We believe that safety is our highest priority. If we do not maintain safety, we lose the opportunity to provide care, show the love of God, and expose residents and staff to the Gospel.
- Christ-Centeredness – The truth and example of Jesus Christ is the foundation, focus, and guiding influence in our relationships, purpose, and decisions.
- Integrity – Integrity is more than being honest. Integrity also means that we act and make decisions in an integrated way. That is, behaving and making decisions in ways that are consistent with our mission.
The Human Resources Assistant supports the daily operations of the Human Resources department at New River Ranch. This position reports directly to the Director of Finance/HR and assists with employee onboarding, training, personnel file management, background screening compliance, payroll support, benefits coordination, and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. The HR Assistant plays a key role in ensuring New River Ranch remains compliant with state and federal employment regulations while supporting the successful onboarding, training, and integration of new staff.
- Assist with job postings, applicant tracking, and interview scheduling
- Coordinate pre-employment requirements including APS/CPS and WV CARES background checks, drug screens, and references
- Coordinate and assist with onboarding for new hires including orientation and training
- Schedule and coordinate required trainings for all staff
- Maintain records of staff training completion and certifications
- Maintain employee files in accordance with licensing and regulatory standards
- Track background clearances, CPR/First Aid certifications, and required training hours
- Ensure compliance with APS/CPS and WV CARES background screening requirements
- Assist with audits and regulatory reviews
- Assist with time tracking and verification
- Support payroll processing and employee changes
- Assist employees with benefit enrollment
- Provide professional and courteous assistance to staff
- Assist with disciplinary documentation and performance tracking
- Support HR leadership with investigations and documentation
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Education: Associate’s Degree preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience: 1–2 years of administrative or HR experience preferred. Experience in a healthcare, nonprofit, or residential setting preferred.
- Knowledge & Skills: Strong organizational and documentation skills; excellent written and verbal communication; ability to handle confidential information with discretion; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other software.
- Physical & Work Requirements
- Must pass APS/CPS and WV CARES background screenings
- Must pass drug screening
- Must meet all applicable licensing requirements for employment in West Virginia
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $45,000