HR Generalist/Paralegal ( temp-to-hire )

Company: Heritage Provider Network
Location: Northridge
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description

The Generalist/Paralegal will assist the employee services managers and director by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients; research, investigations, and fact checking; and document preparation. The generalist/paralegal provides guidance on the interpretation of HR policies, federal and state employment law compliance, with the ability to manage all facets of employment law. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, this position is in a dynamic, hands-on environment requiring strong communication and leadership skills supporting management, peers and employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Provides employee relations support, including conflict resolution, disciplinary action, and performance improvement counseling. Conducts investigations regarding discrimination and unfair employment practices, including, but not limited to those involving federal and state agency charges.
  
• Demonstrates organization and planning skills necessary to handle changing priorities, and numerous projects simultaneously.
  
• Must have initiative and be capable of independent thought and action, with good problem solving skills and ability to function effectively in a fast paced environment.
  
• Meets with attorneys, managers, and other professionals to discuss assigned issues or projects.
  
• Draft documents including discipline, performance review, termination, correspondence related to the various functions of the department as assigned.
  
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; and updates the necessary documents, policies and practices of the department as assigned
  
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves files, Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  Compliance:
  
  This position requires that the Employee abide by the Company's Compliance Plan (including its Standards of Conduct) and all Compliance Policies and Procedures (as listed on the Company's Intranets or Internet pages under Compliance). This position further requires the Employee to act with the highest standards of integrity and professional ethics. This would include but is not limited to the expectation and requirement that the Employee immediately report any potential Compliance, Security or Privacy, or potential Fraud-Waste-Abuse violations or issues to the Company's Compliance Officer, Compliance Hotline, and/or to any Officer of the Company.
  
  Policies:
  
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HIPAA policies.
  
• Follow dress code.
  
• Use time clock appropriately.
  
• Participate in staff meetings.
  
• Notify supervisor in writing of time off requests.
  
• Be courteous and promote professionalism.
  
• Be flexible and adaptable.
  
• Promote organizational goals.
  
• Know and follow safety standards
  
  The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $70,000 and $75,000/ year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, licensure, skills, and experience.
  
  The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered.
  
  Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
  
  If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
  
  As one of the fastest growing Independent Physician Associations in Southern California, Regal Medical Group, Lakeside Community Healthcare Affiliated Doctors of Orange County, offers a fast-paced, exciting, welcoming and supportive work environment. Opportunities abound, and enterprising, capable, focused people prosper with us. We promote teamwork, nurture learning, and encourage advancement for all of our employees. We want to see you excel, because we believe that your success is our success.
  
  Full Time Position Benefits:
  
  The success of any company depends on its employees. For us, employee satisfaction is crucial not only to the well-being of our organization, but also to the health and wellness of our members. As such, we are firmly dedicated to providing our employees the options and resources necessary for building security and maintaining a healthy balance between work and life.
  
  Our dedication to our staff is evident in our comprehensive benefits package. We offer a very generous mixture of benefits, including many employer-paid options.
  
  Health and Wellness:
  
  

• Employer-paid comprehensive medical, pharmacy, and dental for employees
  
• Vision insurance
  
• Zero co-payments for employed physician office visits
  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  
• Behavioral Health Services
  
  Savings and Retirement:
  
  
  • 401k Retirement Savings Plan
    
  • Income Protection Insurance
    
    Other Benefits:
    
    
    • Vacation Time
      
    • Company celebrations
      
    • Employee Assistance Program
      
    • Employee Referral Bonus
      
    • Tuition Reimbursement
      
    • License Renewal CEU Cost Reimbursement Program
      
    • Business-casual working environment
      
    • Sick days
      
    • Paid holidays
      
    • Mileage
      
      Employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the LA City Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
      
      Requirements
      
      
      • Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required; Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred or BA or BS degree and HR certificate or related experience
        
      • 3- 5 years' experience preferred
        
      • Must have extensive knowledge of federal and state regulations including but not limited to: OSHA, ADA, EEO, Workers' Comp, employment law, employee relations, compensation, and benefits
        
      • Working knowledge of PC operations, including spreadsheet and database management and ad-hoc reporting
        
      • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with staff at all levels of the organization

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