human resources generalist

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Employer details Carebridge Community Support

Job details

*Job Title*: Human Resources Generalist *Location:* Onsite ? Almonte, Ontario *Company Overview:* At *Lanark Community Alliance, *we are strengthening communities in Lanark County together. LCA is a coming together of multiple, independent, like minded corporations including: · Carebridge Community Support, · Community Living Association -Lanark County and · Clayton Seniors? Housing Corporation. Together we are finding ways to improve services and enhance the experience of each person we work with to create a stronger voice for the people we serve. *What You?ll Do:* As the HR Generalist, you will be responsible for providing a wide range of HR services and support to our employees and leadership team. You?ll have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping a dynamic work environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: * Administering and educating employees on HR programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance, employee and labour relations, training, and development. * Advising employees and Supervisors on the interpretation of Agency policies and practices, and the Collective Agreement. * Address and mediate employee complaints and conflicts by providing fair and impartial resolutions, whether through informal or formal processes. * Conduct investigations into employee grievances, complaints of discrimination, harassment, and other workplace violations. Document findings and recommend corrective actions as necessary. * Prepare correspondence, policies, reports, proposals, job descriptions, policies, and other employment documentation as required. * Support supervisors in handling performance-related issues, including providing advice on disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and terminations. * Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. * Stay current on compliance requirements and industry best practices; recommend changes or modifications to existing policies and programs to remain in compliance, and adopt best practices where feasible. * Ensure effective exit interviews and provide management with analysis and recommendations. * Provide guidance to the payroll department for accurate processing of sick pay, benefits, and vacation payouts. * Foster learning, development, and operational expertise in staff by guiding and mentoring staff through coaching and performance management. *What We?re Looking For:* We are searching for a proactive HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. The ideal candidate will have: * Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. * 3+ Years working experience as an HR Generalist/Business Partner. * Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Office Suite and e-mail required. * Knowledge of and exposure to the full range of human resources activities, throughout the entire employee life cycle. * Strong knowledge of employment legislation and working knowledge of collective agreements is an asset. * Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. * Excellent time and project management skills. * Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently. * Ability to think critically and approach issues with a solution-oriented mindset. * Motivated individual with proven initiative. * Strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse and inclusive environment. * Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive and private information with tact, professionalism, and discretion. * Experience working in a unionized environment an asset. * Working towards or CHRP Designation achieved an asset * A Clear Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector. *Why Join Lanark Community Alliance?* *Serve the Community*: Ability to make a positive imp