Human Resource Assistant

Job description

Sequoia is a nonprofit organization that provides an array of behavioral health services for adults, children and their families in Washington County. Services are based on the belief that people have the right to culturally competent, accessible, person-centered treatment and that anyone can recover, and maintain a life full of hope and meaning. Our clinical services are evidence-based and trauma informed and include psychiatric medication, intensive case management, integrated dual diagnosis treatment, individual, group and family therapies, supported employment, substance use services, adult residential treatment and supportive housing.

All staff are supported and encouraged to develop and grow with Sequoia. We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits package. We are seeking employees who are excited by the idea of lifelong growth in the skills they bring to helping those in need in and organization that fosters that growth through collaboration, integration, and fostering a healthy work/life balance in and environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. If this sounds like an organization you would like to be part of, we encourage you to apply and start an amazing career with Sequoia today.

• Employer paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 24 days of PTO
• 9 Holidays
• Employee Incentive Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Employer paid Short term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401k retirement plan with Employer match
• Employee assistance program
• Supervision for licensure
• Annual allowance for professional development

Position Overview:

The Human Resource Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organization’s Human Resource department.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date Human Resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of Human Resource files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Provides clerical support to the HR department.
• May assist with payroll functions including processing, answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, and distributing checks.

Education:

• High School Diploma or Associate in a related field
• Experience:
• At least one year of Human Resource management experience preferred.

Required skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, Human Resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications
• Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion practices in the workplace
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, and retirement plan providers.
• Conducts or assists with new hire orientation.
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Member of DEI committee and Great Place to work committee

Physical requirements:

• Ability to meet the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation:
• Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment;
• Walk, bend, kneel, and reach; Ability to lift a 20 lb.; Stand and/or sit for long periods of time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaverton, OR 97078: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person