Warren Whitney · 8 hours ago
HR Specialist - The Faison Center
Warren Whitney is seeking an HR Specialist for their client, the Faison Center, a non-profit educational and treatment center providing autism services in Richmond, Virginia. The HR Specialist will support HR operations, focusing on managing Workers' Compensation processes and ensuring compliance with workplace injury protocols.
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Responsibilities
Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, licensure, and safety requirements
Assists in recruiting, interviewing, and facilitating the hiring of qualified applicants; collaborates with hiring managers to understand required competencies
Conducts or coordinates background checks and employment eligibility verifications across all required agencies and ensures accurate record-keeping
Participates in new hire orientation and assists with employee recognition and engagement programs
Supports HR programs, including compensation, disciplinary procedures, investigations, performance management, employee relations, morale, and safety initiatives
Attends and participates in disciplinary meetings, terminations, and internal investigations as requested
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and reviews HR policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legal requirements
Maintains knowledge of HR best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging HR technologies
Performs other duties as assigned
Serves as the primary point of contact for all workplace injuries and Workers' Compensation matters
Conducts initial injury intake and completes all required incident and investigation documentation
Files all Workers' Compensation claims promptly and accurately in accordance with state regulations and insurer requirements
Communicates claim status updates to employees, supervisors, HR leadership, and the carrier as appropriate
Coordinates medical appointments, restrictions, provider communication, and follow-up documentation
Ensures employees understand the injury reporting process and their responsibilities
Monitors and documents all work restrictions, tracks transitions over time
Coordinates light-duty assignments, ensuring suitable placement, compliance with restrictions, and timely updates to supervisors and HR leadership
Tracks return-to-work dates, appointments, and all related documentation to ensure continuity and compliance
Maintains injury logs and prepares quarterly reports and trend analyses for HR and organizational leadership
Identifies safety patterns and collaborates in corrective-action or prevention initiatives when appropriate
Qualification
Required
Two to five years of general HR work experience required
Must hold a valid driver's license and meet Faison Center driving eligibility standards
Preferred
Prior HR or Workers' Compensation experience highly preferred; not required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Education, or related field preferred
SHRM-CP or PHR preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.