Human Resource Generalist
Northern Children
Join Our Team as a Human Resources Generalist and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families!
Job Summary
Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future?
Look no further! At Northern Children’s Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision.
We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation.
We work to “walk the talk” when it comes to our organizational values: Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.
Why Choose Us? As a Human Resources Generalist, you’ll embark on a fulfilling journey.
- Leadership Opportunity
- Supportive Environment
- Empowerment and Progress
- Effective Communication
- Empowerment Through Planning
- Continuous Monitoring and Progress
- Documentation Excellence
- Networking and Collaboration
Benefits:
- We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
- Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD: We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
- Our partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
- Paid Leave: Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life’s challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
- Legal Services: Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.
Qualifications You Bring:
- Expertise
- Physical Capabilities
- Trauma-Informed Approach
- At Northern Children’s Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary!
Northern Children’s Services supports the healthy development of children and youth, while stabilizing their families to build stronger communities. Everything we do at Northern Children’s Services is designed to create a better future for our families.
Essential Functions
- Develops / Maintains employee personnel files.
- Ensures compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification; periodically audits Forms I-9.
- Monitors employee’s Credentials in the system and ensure valid credentials in both HR file and the system
- Facilitates or provides training (including orientation / annual training) to the workforce.
- Conducts new-hire orientation and onboarding process / Conduct bi-weekly onboarding of newly hired employees and enter new hire paperwork in HRIS.
- Coordinates/ communicates benefits package during orientation – complete enrollment form or Wavier by first week of orientation
- Complete Orientation checklist and new hire checklist – complete by first week of orientation
- Monitors newly hired employees’ Initial Core Trainings – complete first week of orientation
- Processes termination Letter to all W2 employees and 1099 contractors including deactivated access card and Relias account and ID badge.
- Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains employee handbook and policies and procedures manual.
- Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
- Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database – monthly
- Keep employee records up to date by processing employee status changes in the HRIS system in a timely fashion
- Keep employee credentials up to date in both HR file and HRIS (system)
- Ensure all employees contractors emergency contact information in both HR files and system.
- Participates in supervision meetings and attends other meetings
- Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment
- Completes other duties as assigned
Basic Skills
- Effective problem-solving skills.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, consumers, vendors, and the public.
- Ability to accurately calculate numbers; such as, addition, subtraction and percentages
- Ability to give clear and concise oral and written instructions
- Ability to operate under pressure.
- Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines and targets.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field or equivalent education, training and experience.
- Two to four years of experience in human resource generalist role.
Special Skills:
- Excellent organizational skills
- Problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
Working Conditions:
- The ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
- The ability to manage work-related stress.
- The ability to handle highly confidential materials regularly.
PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Travel may be required for this position.
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
- Ability to manage work-related stress.
- Ability to handle highly confidential material.
- Ability to walk up steps, bend down to open file drawers, sit at desk and work on a computer and calculator.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle or access public transportation.
- Ability to hear instructions and read written materials.
- Ability to speak on a telephone and in person
Trauma-Informed Principles
Northern Children’s Services is committed to fostering a therapeutic environment rooted in safety, nonviolence, and resilience. Our policies are guided by trauma-informed principles, ensuring that we create a supportive and healing atmosphere for clients and staff.
A trauma-informed approach recognizes that past experiences, including trauma, can significantly impact a person’s behavior, emotions, and interactions. Therefore, we strive to:
- Use emotional intelligence: Respond with empathy and awareness, even in difficult situations.
- Communicate effectively: Listen actively, ask clarifying questions, and avoid judgmental language.
- Understand trauma’s impact: Be aware that clients or colleagues may react based on past experiences, not just the present moment.
- Apply person-first, strengths-based language: Focus on people’s strengths and abilities rather than defining them by their challenges (e.g., saying “a person experiencing homelessness” instead of “a homeless person”).
By adhering to these principles, we ensure that our workplace is not only effective but also compassionate and inclusive for everyone.
Americans with Disabilities: As with all positions at Northern Children’s Services, Inc. we recognize the importance of accommodations individuals with disabilities. In that, we are committed to every extent possible accommodating disabled individual. We recognize the American with Disabilities Act of 1991 and understand the need to reasonably accommodate employees. All accommodation will be evaluated case by case, evaluating the essential functions of the positions.
DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED IN EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT OR DISMISSAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, and HANDICAP, OR RECEIPT OF SERVICES FOR MENTAL DISABILITY.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
