Human Resources Generalist

Welcome to your opportunity to change the world! If you have a servant’s heart and want to be part of something truly special, then Caritas Family Solutions needs you. We have been serving the people of Illinois since 1947 and have over 500 committed and mission-driven team members. At Caritas, we do not hire people for jobs; we find new team members for rewarding and life-changing careers that make the world better.  

If you are kind, patient, and ready to make a difference, we would love to meet you! 

Full-time employees are offered the competitive benefits outlined below: 

• Generous Paid Time Off? 
• Paid training 
• Health Insurance? 
• Dental and Vision 
• Life insurance 
• 403(b) with company contribution 5% 
• Tuition reimbursement 

We know great candidates bring a wide range of experience. If you believe you can be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. 

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist 

Department: People and Culture 

Status: Full-Time, exempt

Reports To: Director of People and Culture

Compensation Starting Pay: $60,000 annually

Description of Typical Work Schedule: 8:00am - 5:00pm (Hours set based on necessity of department or office.)

PURPOSE: The Human Resources Generalist provides support to the Human Resources Department for the execution of the full range of Human Resource services ensuring the transparency, integrity, and efficiency of HR services in Caritas Family Solutions. This role acts as a business partner in providing clear communication by actively listening, exhibiting patience, knowledge, and empathy to the customer base. This position reports to the Director of Human Resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.  

• Plan and strategize HR programs with the Director of HR to benefit workplace culture and create job posts based on hiring needs.
• Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting, and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
•  Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring to complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Stay up to date and compliant with changes in labor laws, HR-related policies, and hiring processes.
• Assist the HR Director and Administrative Managers in managing the recruitment and onboarding process of new employees.
• Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
• Contact job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications.

Please note that the Responsibilities and Qualifications provide a general overview of the primary duties for this role and the basic qualifications. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

• Degree/Field Required: Bachelor's degree in any related field.
• Degree/Field Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Workforce Development, Psychology, or Public Administration (related fields will be considered).
• Experience Required: Minimum 3 years (Can be interchanged with equivalent experience from an advanced degree related to this job and/or with other relevant experience verified by applicant/incumbent). 
• Licenses/Certifications Required: None
• Licenses/Certifications Preferred: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Trauma-informed: Must display a willingness to adopt trauma informed interventions, principles, and practices as well as commitment to ongoing development of their capacity for application of trauma informed care. Realizes the prevalence of trauma among persons served by Caritas and the general population. Recognizes how trauma affects everyone involved-including clients, their families, staff, and community; and impacts behaviors. Responds to trauma by actively implementing the guiding principles of trauma informed care into their daily practice. Resists re-traumatization of persons served and staff providing services, by creating safe, welcoming, and supportive environments.
• Proficient Computer Skills In: Excel Outlook PowerPoint Word Database Management Software Paycom HCMS is a plus

VEHICLE RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Access to reliable transportation to get to/from work: Required. 

Access to a reliable automobile: Not required but preferred.

Must provide proof of auto liability insurance (and continue to while working in this position): Required.

Must possess a valid driver's license: Required.

Drug Free Workplace: 

Caritas Family Solutions is dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive environment for our clients and employees. As part of this, a strict, drug-free workplace policy is maintained.