Mental Health Association of Rochester · 23 hours ago
HR Generalist
Chicopee, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $24/hr
1+ years expMental Health Association, Inc. is dedicated to improving emotional health and wellness through various services. The HR Generalist will administer and support human resources programs, coordinate onboarding compliance, and ensure adherence to employment laws, acting as a liaison between HR and staff.
Health CareMedicalMental Health
Responsibilities
Coordinate onboarding compliance activities, including but not limited to, background check processing, fingerprinting coordination, and verification of completed new-hire requirements
Serve as a point of contact for employee support inquiries, providing guidance on HR processes, policies, and required documentation
Maintain working knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and support compliance across HR operations and practices
Collaborate with managers to ensure fair and consistent HR practices, provide guidance on employee-related questions, and support a positive and compliant workplace environment
Maintain ongoing HR compliance, prepare for external audits when scheduled, and implement follow-up actions to address any findings or recommendations
Manage the onboarding of new hires in the payroll system and ensure HRIS records are accurate and up-to-date for all employees
Manage the full lifecycle of employee leaves of absence, including short-term, long-term, and intermittent leave, ensuring 100% compliance with company policy, state, and federal regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA)
Coordinate and administer ADA accommodations and other legally mandated accommodations to support employees’ safe and timely return to work
Ensure all leave requests are properly documented, tracked, and maintained in HR systems, including timely updates and accurate recordkeeping
Serve as the primary point of contact for employees regarding leave policies, providing clear communication, guidance, and support throughout the leave process
Collaborate with management, HR, and medical providers to evaluate and approve leave requests in alignment with legal requirements and organizational standards
Monitor leave balances, deadlines, and return-to-work requirements, ensuring a seamless transition back to the workplace
Participate in administrative team meetings and support HR-related planning initiatives
Carry out special projects and assignments as directed by the Director of Human Resources or senior leadership
Qualification
Required
Highly detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and consistency in HR records, processes, and compliance tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
High degree of discretion and confidentiality
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems
Commitment to professionalism
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
At least one year of experience working in a relevant human resources role
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Long Term Disability
Company
Mental Health Association of Rochester
The Mental Health Association of Rochester/Monroe County, Inc.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Valerie Way
President/CEO
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