What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager - Start-Up Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) position at Tri Care LLC?
About Us:
We are a newly established, mission-driven Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to clients in their homes. As a start-up agency, we are building our team and infrastructure from the ground up—and we're looking for an experienced and motivated HR professional to play a key role in laying the foundation for our success.
Position Summary:
The Human Resources Manager will be instrumental in developing and implementing the HR structure of the agency, including recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and policy development. This is a hands-on role that requires initiative, flexibility, and a deep understanding of HR functions in the home care industry, particularly in the New York State regulatory environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and manage HR systems, processes, and employee files from the ground up
- Recruit, interview, and onboard caregivers (HHAs, PCAs, RNs) and office staff
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with NYS DOH and LHCSA regulations
- Ensure timely completion of all pre-employment documentation, background checks, and health screenings
- Maintain caregiver compliance records (e.g., annual physicals, in-service training, TB tests, certifications)
- Work with leadership to create a positive and legally compliant workplace culture
- Set up and manage HR software or systems (e.g., onboarding tools, HRIS, scheduling systems)
- Assist with preparation for audits and state inspections
- Support payroll and benefits processes in collaboration with accounting/operations
Qualifications:
- 2 years of HR experience in a home care or healthcare setting, ideally within a LHCSA
- Knowledge of NYS Department of Health (DOH) home care regulations
- Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and proactively
- Experience in setting up HR infrastructure is highly desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and familiarity with HR or home care management systems
- Bilingual English & Spanish
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to shape and grow an HR department from the ground up
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work environment
- Career growth potential as the agency expands
- Meaningful work that impacts people’s lives daily