Human Resources Manager - Merrimack Autism Consultants LLC

Job description

About Us Merrimack Autism Consultants is a privately owned organization that offers individualized home-based services to clients on the autism spectrum. We are dedicated in providing family centered ABA services using evidenced-based Applied Behavioral Analysis methods, interventions and assessments. We are driven to build an inclusive community that embraces each other regardless of one's background. We provide services to a diverse population of all racial, ethnic, orientation an

d linguistic backgrounds. Our goal is to be a community resource that helps transform and improve the lives of families touched by autism.

Merrimack Autism is looking for a dynamic individual to fill the role of a Full-Time Human Resources Manager. Some skills and abilities that an HR Manager should have include excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills, and negotiation abilities. They should also have attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and well-developed time management skills. Our company embraces Diversity and Inclusion, thus the position requires awareness on DEI.

Our ideal candidate would have strong presentation and public relation skills, as well as exceptional judgment and discretion. They should also be able to work well under pressure and think innovatively and rationally.

Job Responsibilities include:

• Confidential matters

Handling confidential matters with discretion at all times

• Planning and implementing HR policies and activities

This includes developing and implementing policies to improve HR processes. Enforcing company policies and practices, including sexual harassment and equal employment opportunity. Reviewing current company policies to ensure they meet state guidelines.

• Managing HR personnel

This includes supervising HR staff, and managing the HR department budget.

• Handling employment relations

This includes being the link between management and employees, and ensuring that all employment relations run smoothly.

• Overseeing HR initiatives

This includes managing employee-related initiatives, such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, promotion, and exit interviews.

• Ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations

This includes coordinating with management to ensure compliance with HR laws and regulations.

• Analyzing data

This includes analyzing data to report on HR metrics for informed decision-making.

• Developing and implementing a Total Rewards/Pay philosophy

This includes regularly reviewing compensation and benefits market data, and monitoring pay practices. Providing monthly or quarterly reports to the HR Director on market trends.

• Hiring and Onboarding

Overseeing the recruitment and selection process, including interviewing and hiring new employees

Ensuring that new employees are properly onboarded and that their HR files are complete and compliant with company policies and laws

• Training and Mentoring

Planning and implementing training programs for staff.

Mentoring entry-level employees and interns with a focus on professional development.

• Staffing issues

Handling staffing issues, such as mediating disputes and directing disciplinary procedures. Following proper protocols in scheduling grievance meetings.

• Communication and Problem-solving

Communicating with stakeholders at all levels, including the CEO and executive staff

Combining communication and problem-solving skills to accurately document perspectives and take action in compliance with HR law.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Experience in a geographically distributed service industry such as human services, healthcare, hospitality, etc. strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of Human Resources experience as a Manager or supervisor. Human Resources certification required.
• Experience or background working with individuals with disabilities preferred
• Conflict resolution skills preferred
• DEI training a plus
• Experience in healthcare or child care is a plus