Healthy Kids Programs · 12 hours ago
HR Generalist
Fishkill, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20/hr - $24/hr
1+ years expHealthy Kids Programs is a rapidly growing provider of Early Learning and childcare services. The HR Generalist will lead and execute HR initiatives focused on employee engagement, benefits administration, and compliance while serving as a resource for employees and managers.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Drive employee engagement initiatives through surveys, community communications, and regular check-ins
Maintain Community Page content and coordinate all-staff Town Halls
Lead monthly benefits education sessions and virtual benefit orientations
Administer benefits for new hires, life events, and open enrollment
Partner with benefits brokers to ensure ACA compliance and appropriate plan coverage
Manage Workers’ Compensation, Short-Term Disability, FMLA, PFL, and unemployment claims
Oversee employee 401(k) administration
Independently manage employee relations matters, including conflicts, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
Partner with legal counsel on employment-related issues
Draft, update, and enforce employee handbook policies
Support managers directly across core HR Generalist functions, including performance management, benefits administration, and disciplinary actions
Process employee lifecycle changes, including terminations, role changes, and pay adjustments
Manage employee offboarding and associated documentation
Administer and support HRIS/HRIMS systems (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Assign and track 8x8 phone numbers
Manage certificates of insurance and coordinate with brokers and regional leaders
Qualification
Required
Strong organizational skills with consistent follow-through
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Experience with an HRIS/HRIMS system (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential employee information and sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Associate's degree in a related field or 1–2 years of relevant HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Employer Paid Childcare – Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you work
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Plans
401(k) for eligible employees
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Sick Time Off
On-Demand Pay
Career Development & Growth Opportunities
Company
Healthy Kids Programs
Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase