HR Director

Central Queens Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking an experienced and motivated HR Director to join our team. We are a team-oriented skilled nursing facility committed to providing quality care to our residents while creating a positive, supportive, and professional environment for our employees.

The ideal candidate will have prior Human Resources experience in a long-term care/skilled nursing facility, with strong knowledge of employee relations, payroll, benefits, compliance, onboarding, and HR administration.

• Manage the hiring process from recruitment through onboarding.
• Ensure all required onboarding documentation is completed.
• Process background checks, license/certification verifications, employment references, and other pre-employment requirements.
• Manage employee relations and assist with disciplinary actions related to attendance, lateness, performance, and policy violations.
• Coordinate with department managers regarding employee performance and disciplinary matters.
• Work closely with the union regarding employee grievances and other labor-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and facility HR requirements.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel records.
• Process weekly payroll and ensure accurate and timely distribution of employee checks.
• Process employee health insurance enrollment and changes.
• Track and maintain accurate employee vacation and sick time.
• Maintain and track required employee credentials and renewal dates.
• Maintain accurate employee census and HR records required for Department of Health reporting.
• Complete employment verifications for current and former employees.
• Manage and process workers' compensation claims.
• Coordinate with employees, insurance carriers, and other parties throughout the claims process.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and follow up on outstanding claims.
• Prepare monthly HR reports and QAPI-related reports.
• Maintain accurate employee census information for regulatory reporting.
• Ensure HR files and documentation are complete, current, and organized.
• Work closely with the Administrator and department heads on staffing and employee-related matters.
• Perform other HR and administrative duties as assigned by the Administrator.
• This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive.

• Previous HR experience in a skilled nursing facility/long-term care setting required.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Experience with payroll processing and employee benefits.
• Experience handling employee relations and disciplinary matters.
• Experience working with unions and unionized employees preferred.
• Knowledge of New York State Department of Health and Department of Labor requirements preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and staff.

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off

If you are an experienced HR professional looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment, we would love to hear from you.