Overview

ABOUT US Channing House is a leading not-for-profit Life Plan Community in Palo Alto, founded in 1960. We believe that older adults thrive in a vibrant setting that supports active, engaged and healthy living. We provide a sustainable, innovative community that promotes this lifestyle, while embracing respect and dignity for all who live and work here. Our team of 200 staff members, from Front-Line to Leadership, drive the mission of Channing House, providing services to the 265 highly engaged residents who call Channing House their home. POSITION SUMMARY The Human Resource Generalist is responsible for performing a variety of core HR-related duties and works closely with the Human Resources Manager to support Channing House's employees and day-to-day HR operations. This role is responsible for executing a majority of the core HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, employee records & benefits administration, leave administration communications and support to team members, training coordination, support and involvement in employee engagement, and compliance activities. The Human Resources Generalist works closely with the Human Resources Manager in delivering consistent, compliant, and employee-centered HR services throughout the employee lifecycle and supports the strategic work and direction of the Human Resources Director. The Human Resources Generalist exemplifies our Core Values: Do the right thing; Be a team player; Focus on quality; Adapt to change. Together with the entire team at Channing House, your role contributes to promoting a healthy and vibrant home for our residents. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES This position will be responsible for, but not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities: Human Resources Core Responsibilities - 20% of job duties:Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists with the implementation of human resources policies, procedures, and programs and recommends process improvements to the HR Manager.Supports compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations by maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring required records, and bringing potential issues to the attention of the HR Manager.Protects organization's values by managing and maintaining confidential information and communication.Recommends, evaluates and participates in staff development for the organization.Supports Human Resources projects, department initiatives, and continuous process improvement efforts.Coordinate employee communications and engagement activities, including maintaining compliance posters, updating open positions, drafting and distributing employee communications, supporting onboarding, orientation, staff celebrations, and special events. Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the Human Resources Manager/Director.Supports HR Manager with employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.Support employee training and development programs by scheduling sessions, tracking attendance, and assisting with meeting coordination, including capturing clear and accurate meeting minutes when needed.Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other company meetings and seminars as needed.Maintain accurate and organized employee records, including personnel, medical, benefits, I-9, agency, and volunteer files in compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Manage employee photos, name badges, and parking permits.Maintains accurate employee information within the HRIS, ensuring personnel records, employment changes, and required documentation are current and complete. Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.Provide Payroll/Accounting with accurate information for any personnel wage changes, new hires, working interviews and terminations to ensure accurate and timely