Recruitment and Benefits Specialist

Summary:

The Recruitment and Benefits Specialist at CHCFD is responsible for managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from interviewing and hiring to onboarding and training new employees. Additionally, this role involves coordinating and overseeing the benefits enrollment process, ensuring that staff members have a comprehensive understanding of their benefits options. This position is crucial in maintaining a well-staffed, knowledgeable, and satisfied workforce dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Hiring:

Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for various positions within the FQHC. Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates to ensure they meet the necessary qualifications and fit the organization's culture. Coordinate and manage the interview process, including scheduling interviews, preparing interview questions, and guiding hiring managers in candidate selection. Conduct background checks and verify employment references to ensure candidate suitability.

Onboarding and Training:

Facilitate a comprehensive onboarding process for new hires, including orientation sessions, paperwork completion, and introduction to company policies and procedures. Coordinate and conduct training programs to ensure new employees are fully equipped to perform their job duties effectively. Provide ongoing support and resources to new employees during their initial period of employment to ensure a smooth transition.

Benefits Administration:

Oversee the benefits enrollment process, ensuring all employees are informed about their benefits options and enrollment deadlines. Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries and issues, providing clear and accurate information. Coordinate with benefits providers to ensure timely and accurate administration of benefits plans. Conduct periodic benefits reviews and communicate any changes or updates to employees.

Employee Relations and Support:

Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and benefits. Foster positive employee relations by addressing concerns and facilitating conflict resolution as needed. Support the team in developing and implementing HR initiatives and programs that enhance employee satisfaction and engagement.

Compliance and Record-Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, benefits documentation, and training records. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Participate in audits and prepare reports as required by management or regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration, preferably within a healthcare or FQHC setting.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Certifications:

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Work Environment:

The position operates in a professional office environment. Occasional travel to various clinic locations is required. The role may require prolonged periods of sitting, typing, and working at a computer. Will require rare evenings for provider recruitment. CHCFD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Recruitment and Benefits Specialist 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 126 North 10th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 $58,000

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Full-time Summary:

The Recruitment and Benefits Specialist at CHCFD is responsible for managing the entire recruitment lifecycle, from interviewing and hiring to onboarding and training new employees. Additionally, this role involves coordinating and overseeing the benefits enrollment process, ensuring that staff members have a comprehensive understanding of their benefits options. This position is crucial in maintaining a well-staffed, knowledgeable, and satisfied workforce dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment and Hiring:

Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for various positions within the FQHC. Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates to ensure they meet the necessary qualifications and fit the organization's culture. Coordinate and manage the interview process, including scheduling interviews, preparing interview questions, and guiding hiring managers in candidate selection. Conduct background checks and verify employment references to ensure candidate suitability.

Onboarding and Training:

Facilitate a comprehensive onboarding process for new hires, including orientation sessions, paperwork completion, and introduction to company policies and procedures. Coordinate and conduct training programs to ensure new employees are fully equipped to perform their job duties effectively. Provide ongoing support and resources to new employees during their initial period of employment to ensure a smooth transition.

Benefits Administration:

Oversee the benefits enrollment process, ensuring all employees are informed about their benefits options and enrollment deadlines. Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries and issues, providing clear and accurate information. Coordinate with benefits providers to ensure timely and accurate administration of benefits plans. Conduct periodic benefits reviews and communicate any changes or updates to employees.

Employee Relations and Support:

Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and benefits. Foster positive employee relations by addressing concerns and facilitating conflict resolution as needed. Support the team in developing and implementing HR initiatives and programs that enhance employee satisfaction and engagement.

Compliance and Record-Keeping:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, benefits documentation, and training records. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Participate in audits and prepare reports as required by management or regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration, preferably within a healthcare or FQHC setting.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Certifications:

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is a plus.

Work Environment:

The position operates in a professional office environment. Occasional travel to various clinic locations is required. The role may require prolonged periods of sitting, typing, and working at a computer. Will require rare evenings for provider recruitment. CHCFD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace.