Hope Haven of East Texas is a Christian, faith-based non-profit providing a direct solution to the foster care crisis in East Texas. We demonstrate Christ's love to children and teens in the foster care system by providing home, healing, and hope through a combination of residential and family care, life skills training, and professional mental and behavioral support because we believe that every child deserves to be safe and equipped for the future. HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATE Reports To: Director of Business Administration Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred in one of the following fields: business administration, human resources, or related field. Two years direct experience in human resources or payroll processing and benefit management. Prior experience in a nonprofit organization is a plus. Knowledge of current labor laws, payroll laws and regulations. Primary Purpose: The Human Resource Associate is responsible for facilitating the administrative duties relevant to the recruiting, hiring, training, and retention of the employees of Hope Haven of East Texas. Compensation Status: Full-Time Salaried GENERAL RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES
Meets regularly with the Director of Business Administration to report on the employment need status of Hope Haven. Consults in the development and maintenance of an Organizational Staffing Plan that defines the description, qualification, numbers, and duties of personnel necessary to operate multiple ministry operations effectively and efficiently. Manages on-going training and support to personnel, employed or volunteering, that complies with licensing and contract standards. Maintains all personnel and volunteer records, including training records, in compliance with all regulatory entities. Assists as necessary with the prompt and accurate administration of employee compensation and benefits, including scheduled payroll payment, records of Paid Time Off, and administration of other benefits. Manages employee relations, adherence to policy and procedures, discipline, and terminations, in cooperation with direct supervisors. Advises on standards for ADA, FMLA, OSHA, Texas Workforce Commission and current employment laws and practices. Participates in investigations relative to complaints about staff or volunteers in accordance with Residential Child Care licensing and ensures the development of corrective action plans for staff and children, as necessary, including recommendations for licensing enforcement when needed. Assists in compliance and communication with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services licensing and contracting requirements. Manages Hope Haven recruiting and hiring process, including posting job openings, screening applications, conducting initial contact with applicants, and referring candidates to hiring supervisors. Manages new hire documentation and on-boarding process. Designs and Implements Employee Retention Strategies in cooperation with Hope Haven leadership. Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor. POSITION KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Requires specific and detail knowledge of Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Minimum Standards for the license, contract, and operation of a Residential Treatment Center / Group Residential Operation pertaining to staff and volunteers. Ability to coordinate multiple individuals, projects, and activities. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to discern and differentiate and respond appropriately to a broad range of people and circumstances. Ability to operate effectively in situations of stress. Ability to use Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Teams proficiently. Requires the knowledge of and acknowledgement of the unique Faith Based Mission Statement of Hope Haven of East Texas.
