HR GENERALIST - NON PROFIT

About the Organization

Preferred Behavioral Health Group (PBHG) is a dynamic and innovative non-profit organization recognized as the premier behavioral health provider in New Jersey. Named one of "THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN NEW JERSEY" for both 2024 and 2025 by NJBIZ, PBHG is dedicated to changing and saving lives through a Trauma Informed Care culture. We prioritize staff development, diversity, and a growth mindset, fostering an environment where employees feel valued and belong.

About the Role

This full-time position supports the Human Resources Department by handling varied HR responsibilities, including onboarding and offboarding, leave management, workers' compensation administration, and oversight of the internship program. The role also involves HRIS administration using the ADP WorkforceNow platform.

Responsibilities

• Ensure orientation checklists and introductory reviews for new hires are completed on time by monitoring the ADP WorkforceNow performance dashboard and following up with managers as needed.
• Manage the pre-employment onboarding process, including medical and fingerprinting requirements, to ensure all applicants are cleared for employment (e.g., criminal background checks, drug and Mantoux screening).
• Administer all employee leaves of absence, including FMLA/NJFLA, personal, and workers' compensation leaves. Maintain accurate records and coordinate with employees and occupational health facilities for a smooth return-to-work process. Handle timecard entries for benefit time taken during leaves.
• Refer employees to Corporate Care Occupational Health for work-related injuries and file workers' compensation claims with the insurance carrier.
• Maintain the OSHA Form 300 log of workplace accidents and injuries to fulfill annual BLS reporting requirements.
• Review and process employee status changes bi-weekly, forward to finance for approval, and update ADP. Generate separation letters for terminated employees, including required unemployment benefit notices.
• Coordinate the exit interview process by corresponding with employees during their notice period, obtaining exit questionnaires, and summarizing findings for the HR Director quarterly.
• Ensure transferred or promoted employees meet all mandatory regulatory requirements (e.g., fingerprinting, medical, CARI) for their new positions.
• Oversee the PBHG Internship Program, including referring applicants to supervisory personnel and coordinating intern paperwork and orientation start dates.
• Assist with HR audits by reviewing personnel files, providing documentation, and running reports in ADP WorkforceNow as requested.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws, employee records management, retention requirements, and document security.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field.
• Licensure: PHR or SHRM-CP certification is desirable.
• Experience: Minimum of one to two years in Human Resources; experience in the non-profit sector is a plus.

Skills

• Proficient with MS Office Suite and ADP WorkforceNow or similar HRIS platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, customer service, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and prescription insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision insurance, Aflac, and pet insurance.
• Staff training and development opportunities.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program.

Pay

Hourly rate range: $23.50 - $25.50.

Location: Office, 1500 Route 88, Brick, New Jersey.