Job Details

About Us: Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supports youth and adults across multiple counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. Caminar builds strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment, and wrap-around services, delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care. Founded in 1964, Caminar's vision is to be a beacon of safety, compassion, and fulfillment, supporting all those in our communities who need it most. Our mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care.

SupervisoryResponsibilities:DirectreportsincludeHRGeneralists,TotalRewardsManagerandHRIS Analyst

EssentialDuties&Responsibilities:

1.Leadership&Strategy:

LeadandoverseeallHRfunctionsfortheorganization,ensuringalignmentwith the organization'smissionandvalues.

PartnerwithseniorleadershiptosetandexecuteHRstrategiesthatdriveorganizational effectiveness, engagement, and sustainability.
ServeasanadvisorandpartnertoseniorleadersonHR-relatedissuesandopportunities, culturemanagement,includingworkforceplanning,organizationalstructure,andchange management.
EnsuretheHRteamisequippedwiththetools,resources,andtrainingtosucceedintheir roles.

2.TalentManagement:

• Overseetherecruitment,selection,andretentionoftoptalenttomeettheneedsofthe organization, focusing on diversity and inclusion.
• Ensureaneffectiveonboardingprocesstointegratenewhiresintotheorganizational culture and their roles.
• Leadeffortsinperformancemanagement,ensuringthatemployeesareprovidedwith regular feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• Promotecareerdevelopmentandsuccessionplanningtobuildapipelineoffutureleaders within the organization.

3.EmployeeRelations:

• Fosterapositiveandinclusiveworkplaceculturebysupportingemployeeengagement initiatives and resolving employee relations issues in a fair and timely manner.
• Ensurecompliancewithlaborlaws,ethicalstandards,andorganizationalpoliciesand procedures.
• Developandimplementprogramstosupportemployeewell-being,work-lifebalance,and professional growth.
• Utilizedatasourcestomeasureemployeeengagement.Overseeandadministertheannual employee satisfaction survey, and, along with Senior Leadership interpret results, propose org. and culture changes based on results and assist with execution.

4.Compliance&Risk Management:

• Ensuretheorganizationadherestoallfederal,state,andlocalregulations,aswellas industry standards related to human resources and behavioral health services.
• Overseeandmanageemploymentlawclaimsandlitigation.
• Assess,manageandmitigateorganizationalriskrelatedtoHRpoliciesandpractices, including conducting investigations and handling employee grievances or disputes.
• StayuptodatewithregulatorychangesandadaptHRpoliciesandpracticesasneededto maintain compliance.

5.Compensation&Benefits:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of compensation and benefits programsthatarecompetitiveandalignedwiththeorganization'sbudgetandstrategic goals.
• Analyzecompensationtrendsandmakerecommendationsforadjustmentstoattractand retain talent while ensuring fairness and equity.
• Administerbenefitspackagesandensurethatemployeesareeducatedontheiroptions.

6.Training&Development:

• Developandleadtrainingprogramstoenhanceemployeeskillsandknowledge,especially in areas critical to behavioral health and organizational success.
• Ensureongoingleadershipdevelopmentandcoachingforsupervisorsandmanagersto enhance their effectiveness in managing teams.
• Fosteralearningenvironmentthatsupportscontinuousimprovementandinnovation.

7.InclusiveWorkplaces:

• Leadinitiativesthatpromoteinclusiveworkplacesacrosstheorganization,ensuringthatall employees feel valued, supported, and empowered.
• Developprogramsandpoliciesthatcreateaninclusiveworkplaceandpromote understanding of diverse perspectives.
PartnerwithcommunityorganizationsandadvocacygroupstoadvanceDEIgoalsinthe workforce.

UtilizeHRdataandanalyticstoassesstrends,makeinformeddecisions,andprovide insights to senior leadership.
Developandmonitorkeyperformanceindicators(KPIs)totrackthesuccessofHRprograms and initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education:Bachelor'sdegreeinhumanresources,BusinessAdministration,Psychology,orrelated field. A master's degree or equivalent experience is highly preferred.A Human Resources professional certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is also highly desired.
• Experience:Minimumof8-10yearsofprogressiveHRexperience,withatleast5healthcare settings ispreferred.Experience inbehavioralhealth,humanservices healthcaresettings is preferred.
• LeadershipSkills:ProvenabilitytoleadandmanageHRteams,influenceseniorleadership,and drive organizational change.
• HRExpertise:ExtensiveknowledgeofHRbestpractices,laws,andregulations,particularlyinareas related to compensation, employee relations, and performance management.
• Behavioral Health Knowledge: Familiarity withthe unique HR challenges withinthe behavioral healthindustry,includingcompliancewithhealthcareandmentalhealthregulations,employee burnout, and crisis management.
• CommunicationSkills:Excellentinterpersonalandcommunicationskills,withtheabilitytobuild relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• PlanningandExecutionSkills:ChangemanagementandtheneedtocontinuouslyimproveHR practices is a continuous imperative.Experience with project management is required.
• CulturalCompetency:Demonstratedcommitmenttofosteringadiverseandinclusivework
• environmentthatreflectstheorganization'svaluesandsupportsitsclientpopulation.
• AnalyticalSkills:Stronganalyticalskillswithexperienceusingdatatodrivedecision-makingand improve HR outcomes.
• Compensation&Benefits:Experiencemanagingcompensationandbenefitsprogramsinanon- profit or similar setting.

PositionRequirements:

• Physical:Abilitytositforextendedperiods,useofficeequipment(computer,phone,etc.),and participate in occasional travel as required.
• Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with residentsandstaff,etc.Mustbeabletospeakclearlyandunderstand/beunderstoodusingtheEnglish language.
• Cognitive:Frequentlyrequiredtoconcentrateonmoderatedetailwithconstantinterruption.Mustbe able to attend to a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relatetospecificideas,severalatatime.Must beableto remembermultipletasks/assignmentsgiven to self and others over a period of several days.
• Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments.Occasionalexposuretotoxinsandpoisonoussubstances,dust,andloudnoises.
• Equipment:Frequentlyrequiredtouseacomputer,phone,andfaxmachine.

EssentialRequirements:

• Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.
• This position may require limited, occasional, or frequent driving. If required, a valid California driver license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current personal auto insurance is required by law. In addition, an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.
• Must be able to pass post offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.
• If applicable, a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.
• May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.