Human Resource Generalist

About Liberty Behavioral Community Programs

Liberty Community Programs is a mission-driven organization providing high-quality behavioral health, developmental disability, and community-based services. Our employees are dedicated to helping individuals achieve wellness, independence, and a sense of belonging. We believe that investing in our people is central to sustaining our impact and fulfilling our mission.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the HR department, serving as a trusted resource to employees and supervisors. The HR Generalist provides expertise across multiple HR functions—including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, compliance, and performance support—to ensure a positive employee experience and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.

This role requires a proactive, customer-service mindset and a commitment to fostering an equitable, trauma-informed, and inclusive workplace aligned with Liberty Community Program's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies, performance expectations, and employee relations issues.
• Support conflict resolution and facilitate early intervention to promote positive workplace relationships.
• Partner with HR leadership to promote employee engagement, recognition, and wellness initiatives.
• Assist in conducting stay interviews, exit interviews, and employee feedback analysis.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities including job postings, candidate screening, scheduling interviews, and preparing offer letters.
• Support new hire onboarding and orientation to ensure a positive and consistent employee experience.
• Maintain recruitment metrics and assist in workforce reporting and compliance tracking.

Benefits & Leave Administration

• Assist employees with benefit enrollment, changes, and inquiries; coordinate open enrollment and wellness campaigns.
• Administer employee leaves of absence (FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA/FEHA accommodations) and ensure documentation compliance.
• Partner with payroll and HRIS teams to ensure accurate employee records and benefits deductions.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure adherence to federal and West Virginia labor laws, including wage and hour, leave, anti-harassment, and equal employment laws.
• Maintain personnel files, I-9 documentation, and HRIS data integrity.
• Support audits, accreditation reviews, and regulatory compliance (e.g., DHCS, DDS, CARF, or Joint Commission as applicable).
• Participate in safety and risk management initiatives.

Training & Development

• Support implementation of employee training programs including compliance training, leadership development, and trauma-informed workplace practices.
• Track mandatory training completion and coordinate continuing education requirements.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field required.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in healthcare, behavioral health, or human services.
• Strong knowledge of West Virginia employment laws (wage and hour, leave requirements, discrimination laws, ADA compliance, and relevant federal regulations).
• Experience with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems (ATS), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sensitivity.
• PHR or SHRM‑CP certification preferred

Core Competencies

• Employee-Centered Service
• Integrity and Confidentiality
• Compliance and Risk Awareness
• Communication and Collaboration
• Equity and Inclusion
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability and Initiative

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $23.00 -$26.00/ Hourly. (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K.