Human Resources Business Partner

Our Mission and Values:

The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a “Life

Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

UCP of GA’s vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an

equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of GA offers supports designed to help people maximize their

potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives.

Job summary:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees

and management within their assigned regions and departments. HRBP will also run the daily functions of

the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits,

leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Essential functions of the job:

· Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units (Day Center Manager and Sr. Area

Managers).

· Function as a strategic business advisor to the executive/senior management regarding key

organizational and management issues.

· Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and

objective investigations.

· Oversee leave management – FMLA, LWOP and Workers' Compensation management. Develop and

implement plans to support safety, investigate causes of workplace injuries, and oversee the return-to-

work process.

· Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees,

reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. 

· Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching,

counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).

· Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation to front-line employees, managers, and directors.

· Participates in the evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to

ensure training objectives are met.

· Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company’s mission

and strategic vision.

· Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operation

objectives.

· Develop and deliver training plans that meet the requirements for both UCP GA as well as the creation

of training plans for professional development and compliance.

· Oversee risk and compliance programs associated with training, recruitment and other aspects of the

employee life cycle.

· Travel to various program sites and external locations for training, meetings and other events.

Other Responsibilities:

· Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with individuals, families, co-workers and

community members.

· Maintain objectivity to set appropriate limits while working with individuals and employees.

· Maintain respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual and individual differences.

· Other duties as assigned.

Skills and aptitude required: · Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. · Strong supervisory and leadership skills. · Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. · Strong understanding of HR principles and employment law. · Ability to build relationships · Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. · Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. · Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Education and experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.

· A minimum of 5 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a business partner role, is preferred.

· HR certification recommended but not required

General information:

· All requirements of this position are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with

disabilities.

· This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the

associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions

and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

· Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.