Human Resources Assistant - Behavioral Hospital
At a glance
Junior HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Perimeter Healthcare. West Memphis · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $52,035–$76,150 across the United States.
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What you'll do
- Support the hospital in person on HR matters, and prepare personnel records for Joint Commission reviews
- Help fill open roles through interviews and placement, then run orientation and coordinate new-hire checks and paperwork
- Maintain staff files, verify licenses, and track required training, continuing education and work assessments
- Guide employees through benefit enrollment, leave requests and workplace concerns with the HR Manager
- Update the HR system and job descriptions, complete employment checks, and manage staff badges and keys
What you bring
- You have a high school diploma or an equivalent credential
- You bring at least two years of HR experience, ideally in healthcare or behavioral health
- You can use Microsoft Office and an HR information system; UKG is preferred
Who this fits
This junior, on-site role suits someone with hands-on HR experience who is comfortable supporting hiring, employee records and staff issues in a behavioral hospital. You’ll work with the HR Manager and facility leaders, and should be able to cover occasional overtime and flexible hours.
From the employer
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis has an immediate opening for a Human Resources Assistant. This position will work closely with the HR Manager, leadership team and staff. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those with mental health illness and experienced in healthcare human resources management.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis is conveniently located in West Memphis, AR and is a psychiatric hospital providing inpatient programs for children, adolescents and adults. We are committed to providing hope and transforming lives in our community. If you would like to join our professional team, then apply today.
The HR Assistant's responsibilities include the following:
- Provides on-site HR support to the facility.
- Assists in preparing personnel-related documents for Joint Commission surveys.
- Assists in the recruitment of all vacancies, including interviewing, job placement, and conducts new employee orientation.
- Grades new employee orientation material.
- Creates and maintains employee files in accordance with the Joint Commission, Federal and State guidelines regarding behavioral health hospitals.
- Ensures license verifications are completed as scheduled.
- Reviews, tracks, and updates employee education files with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessment; audits personnel files, ensuring all information is current and appropriately filed.
- Coordinates onboarding for all new hires and ensures all new hire background checks and onboarding documentation has been properly completed prior to orientation.
- Conducts employee benefit orientation, open enrollment meetings and assists employees with benefit enrollment when eligible.
- Reports all personnel issues to the HR Manager.
- Assists the HR Manager and facility management regarding employee related issues, counseling and termination procedures as required.
- Assists in the maintenance of accurate job descriptions for all positions employed at the facility and consults with the HR Manager on all changes or new job descriptions needed.
- Completes all employment verifications for current and former employees.
- Distributes and collects hospital badges and keys assigned to staff.
- Assists with ADA, and Leave of Absence for staff including workers compensation, FMLA and other related leave requests.
- Updates and edits the HRIS system regarding any employee changes.
- Coordinates and facilitates employee engagement activities for the hospital.
- Assists with organizing special employee events, employee activities and HR related in-service training(s).
- Assists with other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.
- Upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, including strict adherence to confidentiality in handling all employee and organization information.
Qualified candidates for HR Assistant should have the following:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience in Human Resources, preferably in a healthcare or behavioral health setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS system, preferably UKG.
- Ability to work occasional overtime and flexible hours as requested.
We're one of the leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, offering comprehensive treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care creates an environment where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Work Environment
- Fast-paced, dynamic healthcare setting
- Commitment to quality care
- Supportive team environment
- Health insurance
- Dental coverage
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Supplemental insurance options
*Please note, this is not a hybrid or work-from-home position; this position works on-site at the hospital*
Join Our Inclusive Team
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation,
pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, or protected
veteran status.
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