Director, Human Resources

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing management to the Human Resource functions. Plans, directs, controls, & monitors all aspects of the Human Resources department. Responsible for assisting with decision making, employee relations, and implementation of systems which promotes safety and well-being of all employees within the hospital. The individual will need to complete position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame, and must be flexible with his/her work schedule. This position involves discretion and independent action within prescribed limits.

Position Responsibilities:

Clinical / Technical Skills (40% of performance review)

• Requires knowledge of Federal and State regulatory agency standards related to health care organizations.
• Analytical, leadership, and time management skills are required.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong decision-making skills.
• Possesses requisite level of technical and professional knowledge in Human Resources.
• Must be knowledgeable of federal, state, and hospital mandated reports.
• Responsible for maintaining personnel files, including license verification and background checks.
• Responsible for recruitment of hospital staff.
• Responsible for communicating and processing of hospital-wide benefits package
• Communicates all issues and concerns, as well as, presenting reports to Administration and the Governing Board.
• Responsible for assisting employees with requests for all offered Leave of Absences, to include Family and Medical Leave and Military Leave
• Assist employees and insurance carriers with processing and questions related to Workers Compensation
• Monitors and presents hospital-wide policies during Orientation.
• Responsible for planning and participating in employee events, including Orientation, Town Halls/Open Forums, Employee Socials, and Annual Education
• Available to employees for guidance in all aspects of Human Resources functions.
• Must possess budgetary knowledge for department
• Assist the Accounting department in processing payroll by reviewing payroll registers, correcting errors related to rates and benefits, and other requests as needed
• Process garnishments and COBRA, as required
• Ensures the completion and documentation of orientation, competencies, and evaluations for all staff.
• Assists management and staff in resolving employee relations and conflicts
• Ensures the accurate processing of new employees, employee changes, and terminations.
• Builds and maintains strategic relationships.
• Manages conflicting and competing priorities.
• Cooperates with auditors and other regulatory agencies
• Responsible for completing assignments and submitting reports in a timely manner, including federal and state surveys
• Perform other duties as required

Safety (15% of performance review)

• Strives to create a safe, healing environment for patients and family members
• Follows all safety rules while on the job.
• Reports near misses, as well as errors and accidents promptly.
• Corrects minor safety hazards.
• Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
• Attends all required safety programs and understands responsibilities related to general, department, and job specific safety.
• Participates in quality projects, as assigned, and supports quality initiatives.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.

Teamwork (15% of performance review)

• Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation.
• Responds willingly to colleagues and serves as an active part of the hospital team.
• Builds collaborative relationships with patients, families, staff, and physicians.
• The ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing as required
• Demonstrates listening skills and the ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken and written word.
• Demonstrates adequate skills in all forms of communication.
• Adheres to the Standards of Behavior

Integrity (15% of performance review)

• Strives to always do the right thing for the patient, coworkers, and the hospital
• Adheres to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and laws.
• Applies the Mission and Values of SUN Behavioral Health to personal practice and commits to service excellence.
• Supports and demonstrates fiscal responsibility through supply usage, ordering of supplies, and conservation of facility resources.
• Completes required trainings within defined time periods, as established by job description, policies, or hospital leadership
• Exemplifies professionalism through good attendance and positive attitude, at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and staff information, following HIPAA and other privacy laws.
• Ensures proper documentation in all position activities, following federal and state guidelines.

Compassion (15% of performance review)

• Demonstrates accountability for ensuring the highest quality patient care for patients.
• Willingness to be accepting of those in need, and to extend a helping hand
• Desire to go above and beyond for others
• Understanding and accepting of cultural diversity and differences