Human Resources Business Partner

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversees workplace investigations from initial intake through interviews, escalation, resolution, or closure
• Collaborates with Business Office Managers to address and resolve complex employee relations matters
• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of legal requirements regarding daily employee management, minimizing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Offers ongoing performance management support to the leadership team, including coaching, counselling, career development, and disciplinary actions
• Reviews trends and metrics from stay interviews and employee feedback, working with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies
• Delivers training and guidance on the exit interview process, and analyzes collected data
• Facilitates communication between communities and unemployment claims manager, and participates in unemployment hearings when required
• PARTNERS Closely with management and employees to foster positive working relationships, enhance morale, and improve productivity and retention
• Ensures full compliance with health and safety regulations, while remaining informed of updates to laws and regulations affecting the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Human Resources and 5 years of direct HR experience; or 10 years in a Human Resources role
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skills required
• Strong facilitation or training skills
• Working knowledge of multiple human resources functions, including, but not limited to, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state employment laws (FMLA, PFML, ADA, FLSA)
• Experience working with managers on complex performance management, disciplinary and termination issues
• Ability to maintain a high level of quality, accuracy, and timely documentation of assigned work
• Solid analytical and computer skills

About the Role

We understand the key to delivering a successful senior living experience is through high-quality service, and care and support provided by the most talented and dedicated team members in the industry. At both our Waterstone Senior Living and Bridges® by EPOCH communities, and our home office, our commitment to excellence depends on remarkable people who share our mission and vision.

Benefits

Full-Time Benefits Package includes:

• Medical Plans and Dental Plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(K) Auto Enrollment through Fidelity after 30 days with a discretionary company match
• $50,000 Life Insurance Policy
• VOYA Voluntary Benefits Critical Illness and Accident
• Verizon Cell phone Discount
• Wishbone Pet Insurance Discount
• Training and Growth Opportunities
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement with Annual Amount of $500. English Language Classes Applicable
• Free Parking
• $1,500 Refer a Friend Bonus Incentive

About EPOCH Senior Living

Founded in 1997 and known for delivering outstanding service, EPOCH Senior Living currently operates a network of premier senior living communities throughout the Northeast. With eleven communities, Bridges® by EPOCH is New England’s largest stand-alone memory care assisted living provider. Offering a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living and memory care supported by Bridges®, Waterstone communities are known for offering seniors 62 and over a luxury senior living experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EPOCH/BRIDGES/WATERSTONE is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.