Mgr, Employee Advocacy

Area of Interest:

Business Professionals FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0

Department:

Human Resources Shift:

8-5

Job ID:

181918

Overview Shift:

Mon-Fri, 8:00AM-5:00PM UnityPoint Health is seeking an Employee Relations Partner to provide day-to-day support and consultation on employee relations matters. This role plays a key part in fostering a positive workplace culture aligned with our FOCUS Values and Just Culture principles, ensuring team members and leaders feel supported and engaged. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program . Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family . With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Provide proactive guidance to leaders and respond to team member inquiries. Ensure timely and compliant handling of grievances, discipline, and policy interpretation. Conduct and document employee relations investigations in partnership with HR and Legal. Recognize patterns, anticipate issues, and recommend solutions to improve workplace climate. Support conflict resolution, coaching, and disciplinary documentation. Monitor trends and escalate concerns to HR Business Partners and DEI teams. Assist with ADA interactive processes, employee health compliance, and fit-for-duty conversations. Participate in training, policy communication, and retention initiatives.

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or related field required .

Experience:

3+ years' experience of Employee Relations experience required , including conducting investigations required .