Human Resources Business Partner

Our Mission and Values

The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a “Life Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

UCP of GA’s vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of GA offers supports designed to help people maximize their potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives.

Job summary

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management within their assigned regions and departments. HRBP will also run the daily functions of the Human Resource (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Essential functions of the job

• Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units (Day Center Manager and 2 Sr. Area Managers).
• Function as a strategic business advisor to the executive/senior management regarding key organizational and management issues.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Oversee leave management – FMLA, LWOP and Workers' Compensation management. Develop and implement plans to support safety, investigate causes of workplace injuries, and oversee the return-to-work process.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation to front-line employees, managers, and directors.
• Participates in the evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
• Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company’s mission and strategic vision.
• Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operation objectives.
• Develop and deliver training plans that meet the requirements for both UCP GA as well as the creation of training plans for professional development and compliance.
• Oversee risk and compliance programs associated with training, recruitment and other aspects of the employee life cycle.
• Travel to various program sites and external locations for training, meetings and other events.

Other Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain positive and productive relationships with individuals, families, co-workers and community members.
• Maintain objectivity to set appropriate limits while working with individuals and employees.
• Maintain respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual and individual differences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and aptitude required

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and employment law.
• Ability to build relationships
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a business partner role, is preferred.
• HR certification recommended but not required

General information

• All requirements of this position are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the associate will possess abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is an at-will employer.