Senior hands-on HR Generalist responsible for employee relations, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, performance management, manager coaching, HR policy compliance, employee leaves, accommodations, workers’ compensation, benefits matters, records management, and leadership support. The role advises managers and employees across a regulated home healthcare workforce while ensuring compliance with federal, New York State, and New York City employment requirements.
Position Overview
A growing home healthcare organization is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join its Brooklyn team. This is a senior, hands-on HR role with responsibilities similar to an HR Manager, including employee relations, investigations, performance management, compliance, manager coaching, and HR operations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable advising leadership while remaining closely involved in day-to-day employee mattersKey Responsibilities
The organization provides personalized home healthcare and support services to patients and families, serving a diverse patient population with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and compassionate careEEO Statement
Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employeesPlease Note
Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. Additional details regarding the company, leadership team, and operational structure will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. All hiring decisions will be made directly by the employer.
A growing home healthcare organization is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join its Brooklyn team. This is a senior, hands-on HR role with responsibilities similar to an HR Manager, including employee relations, investigations, performance management, compliance, manager coaching, and HR operations. The ideal candidate will be comfortable advising leadership while remaining closely involved in day-to-day employee mattersKey Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior HR resource for employees and managers across a diverse healthcare workforce
- Lead employee relations matters, including investigations, workplace concerns, disciplinary actions, and performance issues
- Coach managers on performance management, documentation, employee communication, and conflict resolution
- Support consistent HR policies, procedures, and employment practices
- Coordinate employee leaves, accommodations, workers' compensation, and benefits-related matters
- Partner with leadership on retention, workforce planning, engagement, and organizational initiatives
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant employee records and HR documentation
- Ensure HR practices align with federal, New York State, and New York City employment requirements
- 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with significant employee relations responsibility
- Experience as a Senior HR Generalist, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or similar role preferred
- Healthcare, home care, long-term care, or another regulated industry strongly preferred
- Strong experience with workplace investigations, performance management, and manager coaching
- Working knowledge of federal, New York State, and New York City employment laws
- Excellent judgment, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- $85,000–$135,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time position based in Brooklyn, NY
- Competitive employee benefits; specific details will be reviewed during the interview process
The organization provides personalized home healthcare and support services to patients and families, serving a diverse patient population with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and compassionate careEEO Statement
Topaz HR is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employeesPlease Note
Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. Additional details regarding the company, leadership team, and operational structure will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. All hiring decisions will be made directly by the employer.
Topaz HR Advisory, LLC East Orange, New Jersey, USA Office
East Orange, NJ, United States
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