Brookdale · 6 hours ago
Human Resources Director
Westlake, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expBrookdale is recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. The Human Resources Director will oversee the HR department at assigned communities, ensuring compliance with policies and effective talent acquisition to enhance resident care and experiences.
Elder CareFacility ManagementHealth CareHospital
Responsibilities
Oversees community’s human resources functions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, new hire orientation, performance management, compensation, benefits, leave of absence administration, safety and workers’ compensation administration, associate relations, recognition, training/development and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
Manages the talent acquisition process including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, pre-employment screening, and onboarding associates, complying with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations. Ensures community talent acquisition practices result in qualified community associates necessary to provide high quality care and services to residents, minimizing the use of premium labor. Advises community hiring managers regarding hiring decisions
Assists in the implementation and evaluation of human resources policies, processes and programs to meet community needs
Promotes professional growth of staff and oversees performance review processes including the successful execution of programs including but not limited to associate orientation, training, recognition, and best practices. Trains management on leadership and HR skills in order to foster professional development among community leaders
Partners with stakeholders, including HR Business Partner and Associate Relations as needed, to conduct necessary investigations on associate relations issues and advises management on appropriate resolution. Manages associate stay and exit interview process using feedback to improve associate turnover and retention
Identifies possible pay issues and works with Executive Director and HR Business Partner to resolve using approved pay ranges
Analyzes trends in turnover, hiring, promotions, separations, and grievances to determine support or action needed to adjust unfavorable trends
Assists in representing community(s) as required in legal proceedings, unemployment hearings and workers’ compensation claims
Develops, implements, and monitors the human resources department budget
Maintains associate personnel files and reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
Minimum of five years' experience in a professional level Human Resources role
Managerial responsibility preferred
Knowledge of HR related Federal and State regulations
Strong communication skills
Ability to handle pressure of work deadlines
Strong knowledge of company benefits, payroll, and workers compensation procedures
Good presentation skills
Ability to work with associates at all levels of the company
Preferred
Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR/SPHR) is preferred or desire/willingness to acquire
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k)
Associate assistance program
Employee discounts
Referral program
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Company provided life insurance
Adoption benefit
Disability (short and long term)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Optional life and dependent life insurance
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Brookdale
Relationships are the heart of our culture. They help us create a sense of family among our residents, associates and patients. Integrity is our soul.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800MKey Investors
Capital OneCapital One VenturesFosun International
2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2024-12-23Post Ipo Debt
2021-12-21Post Ipo Debt· $100M
Leadership Team
Lucinda "Cindy" Baier
President, CEO and Member Board of Directors
Dawn Kussow
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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