HR Generalist

*Annual salary is $72,000, with the opportunity to earn more based on experience, and also comes with an excellent benefits package, generous PTO and company match 401(k).

At Country Meadows, our mission is to provide exceptional services that enrich the lives of those we serve. We believe that starts with creating a supportive, respectful, and engaging workplace for our co-workers. We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist who is passionate about people, enjoys navigating complex situations, and wants to make a meaningful impact across our organization. In this role, you will partner with leaders and co-workers to strengthen our workplace culture, support employee success, and ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR practices.

Current Opportunity: Full-time day shift in Bethlehem, PA

HR Generalist Responsibilities

• Partner with organizational leadership to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offers, and onboarding.
• Maintain recruitment systems, job postings, applicant tracking reports, and hiring metrics.
• Support co-worker engagement and retention through stay interviews, exit interviews, rounding, and other initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted resource to leaders and co-workers regarding employee relations, workplace concerns, organizational policies, and employment practices.
• Conduct and support confidential workplace investigations, including complaints involving harassment, discrimination, policy violations, and other employee concerns.
• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Administer FMLA, leaves of absence, and other protected leave programs, ensuring appropriate documentation and compliance.
• Lead the interactive process for ADA and religious accommodation requests and assist with return-to-work and transitional duty programs.
• Provide training and education on HR policies, employment law, workplace investigations, compliance, and Just Culture.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations while promoting consistent and legally compliant HR practices.
• Travel regularly to assigned campus locations to provide hands-on HR support and build relationships with co-workers and leadership.

HR Generalist Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressive human resources experience.
• Demonstrated experience in full-cycle recruitment, employee relations, workplace investigations, leave administration (FMLA/ADA), and employment law compliance.
• Experience providing guidance to leaders on performance management, corrective action, conflict resolution, and HR policies.
• Strong investigative, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive situations professionally.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements, including regular travel throughout the assigned region.
• Ability to work in a pet-friendly environment.

Our Investment in You

• Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
• Length of service bonus
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday, a Personal Day of Meaning, and the opportunity to roll over unused time
• Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability, and optional long- and short-term disability plans

Our Support for You

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, PA
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for times of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

About Country Meadows

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

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