HR Generalist at Alvarado Parkway Institute in La Mesa, California

Job Description:

Are you interested in working in a fast-paced, challenging behavioral healthcare organization? 

Are you interested in a position that is rewarding and makes a difference in the lives of others? 

Alvarado Parkway Institute is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team of HR professionals as an HR Generalist. 

This is a regular, full-time position.  Office hours are generally from Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm. 

This is a salaried/Exempt position and therefore, not eligible for overtime as per State and Federal law. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Respond to all inbound and outbound contacts in a courteous, timely, and professional manner


• Complete employee case investigation and tracking for COVID-19 and follow all required scripts, policies, and procedures when performing contact tracing


• Respond to all inquiries consistent with confidentiality and privacy policies and refers callers to alternate sources when appropriate


• Communicate and coordinate with other departments to resolve issues as applicable


• Attend meetings and trainings and review all new training material to stay up-to-date on changes to program knowledge, systems, and processes


• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments


• Assists the HR Recruiter in conducting interviews, and hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with the HR Recruiter and departmental hiring managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings


• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee recognition programs


• Assist with the onboard process of new employees


• Adhere to all attendance and work schedule requirements


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies


• Ensure the accuracy of all benefit enrollments in the HRIS (Paycom) to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information


• Assist employees regarding benefit claim issues and plan changes


• Distribute all benefit enrollment materials and determine eligibility


• Assist the HR Manager in administering the Open Enrollment process


• Assist the HR Manager in enrolling employees with benefit carriers and process life status changes


• Respond to benefit inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefit enrollments, status changes, and other general inquiries


• Respond to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes, and contribution amounts. Manage the annual catch-up contribution enrollment


• Assist the HR Director in conducting labor relation investigations. 


• Effectively interpret FMLA/ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities and process FMLA/LOA requests


• Knowledge of safety practices, worker’s compensation and basic OSHA regulations


• Provide necessary reports as needed


• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Required Education & Experience:

• 4 year degree in applicable field of study


• At least 4 years of Human Resources experience.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.


• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and best practices applicable to human resources.


• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Education & Experience: 

• SHRM or HRCI certification preferred


• Experience with Paycom software strongly preferred


• Strong recruitment and benefits skills strongly preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.

About API

Alvarado Parkway Institute (API) is San Diego's leading provider of comprehensive mental health and substance abuse care. As a part of our Behavioral Healthcare system, API operates a free-standing 66 bed psychiatric hospital in La Mesa, California with four Intensive Outpatient/Partial Hospitalization Programs. These programs emphasize symptom management, community integration, and prevention of hospitalization or re-hospitalization.

Joining Alvarado Parkway Institute means not only a rewarding career with a supportive and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, 401k plan, generous paid vacation, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives. 

Rewards

Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System (API) offers a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time and part-time employees.

• PDO (Paid Days Off)


• Sick time


• Medical (Employee and dependent contributions)


• Dental


• Vision


• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)


• 401(k)


• Life insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Accident Insurance, Hospital plan & Critical Illness Plan


• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance


• Legal Assistance Plan

API is committed to improving mental health and quality of life by helping people maximize their potential.  If you value working each day to serve the needs of the Behavioral Healthcare community, making an impact in the lives of so many who need treatment and support, consider joining our team of compassionate healthcare professionals.  Work where you can make a positive impact and lasting difference in people's lives!  

EEO Statement

API provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.