FRIEND HEALTH · 14 hours ago
HR Generalist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expFriend Health is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing quality services, and they are seeking an HR Generalist to manage various human resources activities. The role involves overseeing onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration while ensuring alignment with HR best practices and applicable laws.
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Responsibilities
Cultivates a positive and respectful work environment by fostering open communication
Takes the initiative to anticipate and address the needs of Friend Health – HRDI staff proactively
Ensure HR data accuracy and integrity by regularly auditing and updating employee records
Successfully support HR-related projects by meeting project milestones and deadlines
Adheres to all data protection regulations and company policies to safeguard confidential information
Uses discretion when overseeing sensitive employee matters, ensuring that discussions are confidential
Safeguards access to HR records and systems, preventing unauthorized personnel from accessing confidential data
Effectively manage and administer employee benefits programs to ensure employees can access comprehensive benefits information. Includes benefit enrollments, management, and reconciliation of benefits plans
Point of contact for employment laws and regulations, as well as HR best practices to mitigate risk
Responsible for providing guidance relating to Safety, Wage and Hour, Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, in addition, monitoring employee files for compliance as required by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
Process, verify, and maintain personnel-related documentation (I-9s, OSHA and safety training, grievances, performance evaluations, employee leaves of absence, etc.)
Respond to inquiries regarding applicable organization processes, policies, and procedures
Request and provide written verification of employment as necessary
Maintain employee personnel records
Facilitation of employee onboarding (process background checks, collect paperwork, collaborate with leaders, manage Onboarding Project Checklist, etc.)
Conduct new employee orientation to include employee introduction to agency policies and practices
Work with HR leadership to review and revise job descriptions for accuracy, equity, and compliance
Meet recruitment targets by successfully filling positions with qualified candidates within the defined time limits including screening, interviewing, collaborating with managers and providing recommendations for the selection of applicants to fill vacant positions, as well as coordination of career and job fair participation
Posting vacancies within the agency as well as developing and placing ads for job openings in local papers and other markets as needed
Prepare and process Workers Compensation and Unemployment claim reports
Assist with Annual Audit preparation for programs and services
Perform various reporting functions as needed by different departments within the organization
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree in human resources, related field, or equivalent work experience
5 -7 years of experience in a similar position
Health and Welfare benefits experience required
Experience working within social services and non-profit sector
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports
Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making
Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive proactive approach to challenges
Proven experience as an HR Generalist within the social service - nonprofit organization
Knowledge of HR principles, employment laws, and data protection regulations
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HRIS systems – UKG required
Proficient with Microsoft 365
Knowledge of labor and employment laws required
Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment and multi-task
Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and customer service skills
Strong organizational skills, including detail orientation with strong follow-up and follow-through skills
Preferred
Bilingual proficiency preferred - English and Spanish with the ability to communicate proficiently both orally and in writing
Bachelors or better in Human Resource Administration or related field
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Benefits
Health and Welfare benefits experience required.
Company
FRIEND HEALTH
Friends Health offers a complete range of primary and preventive health care services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Wendy Thompson
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2025-11-20
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