Human Resources Generalist

About Serenity Lane

At Serenity Lane, our mission is to transform lives through the treatment of addiction. We believe in the power of recovery and are committed to delivering excellent, compassionate patient care. Our goal is to affirm the dignity of each individual, empower families, and partner with communities to create lasting change. If you believe in recovery, want to grow in your career, and are driven to help others—you belong here.

About the Role

We are seeking a knowledgeable, approachable, and motivated Human Resources Generalist to provide dedicated HR support to assigned departments across Serenity Lane. In this role, you'll partner closely with employees and leadership to support recruitment, employee relations, performance management, protected leaves, workplace accommodations, and daily HR operations. You'll serve as a trusted HR resource for your assigned departments while collaborating with our centralized HR team and helping lead organization-wide HR programs. This is a full-time, on-site position at our Coburg Campus ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and making a meaningful impact on the employee experience.

What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary HR resource for assigned Serenity Lane departments, providing guidance and support to employees and managers.

• Manage recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, hiring coordination, and onboarding.

• Advise managers on employee relations, performance management, corrective actions, and workplace policies.

• Coordinate protected leave requests, including FMLA, OFLA, and Paid Leave Oregon, and facilitate ADA workplace accommodations.

• Support employee engagement, retention, professional development, and conflict resolution.

• Maintain accurate employee records, process personnel changes, and ensure compliance with employment laws and HR policies.

• Lead assigned HR programs such as benefits, training, onboarding, employee engagement, or HRIS administration.

• Collaborate with the HR team to improve processes, maintain consistent practices, and support organizational initiatives.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for an HR professional who brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and a people-focused approach to supporting employees and leadership.

Education, Certification & Experience

Candidates must meet at least one of the following qualifications:

• Current Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or an equivalent recognized HR professional certification; OR

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field; OR

• Minimum of six years of progressively responsible, relevant professional Human Resources experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of federal and Oregon employment laws, including FMLA, OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, ADA, FLSA, and applicable employment discrimination and retaliation protections.

• Demonstrated ability to advise supervisors and managers on employee relations, personnel policies, and effective workforce management practices.

• Ability to independently manage multiple HR functions and competing priorities across assigned departments.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including recognizing when issues require escalation.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex HR requirements clearly and practically.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound professional judgment, and navigate sensitive personnel matters.

• Proficiency with HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, Microsoft Office, and electronic personnel recordkeeping.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accurate, timely documentation.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with operational leadership and HR colleagues while maintaining consistent organizational practices.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and adapt to changing operational priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple departments, locations, or business units in an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner role.

• HR experience in healthcare, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or another regulated environment.

• Experience using UKG Ready or a comparable HRIS.

• Experience administering protected leave requests and coordinating workplace accommodations.

• Experience conducting employee relations investigations and advising managers on corrective actions.

• Familiarity with Lean principles, standard work, process mapping, or continuous improvement methodologies.

• Experience managing a centralized HR program or specialized HR function.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 401k Retirement Plan

• Education Assistance

• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay

• Wellness Programs

• Work-Life Balance

• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

• Supportive, mission-driven team environment

• Inclusive, respectful workplace culture

Why Work at Serenity Lane?

You'll join a team of professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients and families—and in many cases, saving lives. As a Human Resources Generalist, you'll play an important role in supporting the employees and departments who make that mission possible while growing your career in a collaborative, people-focused environment.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and complete an application at our Serenity Lane Careers Center at serenitylane.org

Questions? Contact: recruiting@serenitylane.org

Qualified applicants will be contacted within two weeks. Offers are contingent on a background check and drug screening.

Diversity & Inclusion at Serenity Lane

Serenity Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming for all. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We prohibit discrimination based on any protected characteristic and strive to foster a culture of equity and respect.