Human Resources Generalist

Description:

About Elica Health Centers

Join Elica’s mission and become a part of a team where every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact in your community!

At Elica Health Centers, we share a common goal: provide the best possible patient care to our growing community! Our passion extends throughout Elica, from the exceptional healthcare services we provide to our underserved patients at our Community Health Clinics and state-of-the-art mobile medicine program, Health on Wheels, to our Resource Center where we empower patients and members of the community to connect with resources to help them build healthy and full lives.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive support across core HR functions, including employee relations, compliance, administration, and onboarding. This individual will collaborate closely with the HR team to foster a positive workplace culture and ensure excellent service for all employees. The role also serves as backup recruitment support during high-volume hiring periods and actively supports New Employee Orientation.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Assist in resolving employee concerns and participating in investigations and disciplinary meetings.
• Maintain accurate, compliant employee records and support internal audits
• Support legal and policy compliance by staying current with employment law.
• Draft and edit employee communications for clarity and compliance.
• Provide timely, respectful responses to HR-related inquiries.

HR Administration

• Serve as backup for the HR inbox, fielding routine questions and escalating as needed.
• Support and suggest improvements to HR policies and procedures.
• Compile HR data and generate reports to inform department strategy.
• Prepare and co-facilitate New Employee Orientation.
• Assist in delivering HR-related training content in partnership with the workforce development team.

Recruitment Support

• Provide support with job postings, screening, and interview coordination during high-volume periods
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities to ensure smooth employee transitions.
• Perform additional HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Benefits Package: Designed with You in Mind!

• Retirement Savings Made Easy: Enjoy a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% employer matching and 100% immediate vesting—start building your future from day one!
• Comprehensive Healthcare Options: Choose from two Anthem Blue Cross PPO plans for medical, plus dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Employer-Funded HRA: Our Health Reimbursement Arrangement helps cover out-of-pocket medical costs, giving you peace of mind.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of two FSA options: Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA, tailored to suit your needs.
• Security for the Unexpected: We provide company-paid basic Life and AD&D Insurance, with options to enhance coverage.
• Enhanced Protection: Explore additional benefits like Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance, plus ID Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy accrued paid time off, paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) access, which includes counseling, financial, and legal services, along with a vast library of online resources.
• Invest in Yourself: Benefit from our Tuition Reimbursement Program for ongoing education and growth, plus CME/CEU and license reimbursements for eligible roles.

This is more than just a benefits package—it’s a commitment to your health, well-being, and professional success!

Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in multiple HR functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• HR certification strongly preferred (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
• Experience building relationships across various levels while maintaining objectivity.
• Experience working with a culturally diverse and/or multinational workforce.
• Success in fast-paced, evolving, or high-growth environments.
• Technologically savvy; experience with Paylocity and Google Workspace preferred.
• Experience in healthcare or community health centers is a plus.
  

Key Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Skilled in influencing and supporting stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience delivering training aligned with organizational goals.
• Curious and solutions-oriented, with strong critical thinking skills.
• Works well independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive and dependable with strong follow-through.
• Calm and composed under pressure.
• Adaptable, resilient, and driven to improve processes.
• Service mindset with a willingness to take a hands-on approach.

Additional Requirements:

If selected for an employment opportunity with Elica Health Centers, external hires must provide proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella & Tetanus), tuberculosis clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination status* prior to their scheduled start date. Please be advised that this position is subject to criminal background investigation and drug screen.

• Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The work environment is characteristic of normal office conditions. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or lift. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The employee may be required to run agency related errands and attend off-site meetings.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.