HR Coordinator

Human Resources Coordinator Job Description

The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for managing day-to-day Human Resources operations and collaborating with Compliance to ensure consistent workforce management, regulatory adherence, and ethical practices. This role reports to the Director of Human Resources. The Human Resources Coordinator will promote a culture of accountability and professionalism and ensure compliance with employment laws, organizational policies, and HR best practices. This role is based in Birmingham, AL, but travel between facilities is required as needed, with on-site presence at each location expected at least twice per year.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day HR functions for a workforce of 70 to 150 employees across multiple levels of care and physical locations in Alabama
• Serve as primary HR point of contact for employees and managers
• Assist the HR Director in developing, maintaining, and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Coordinate and monitor compliance with state licensing, accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission), and payer required credentials
• Administer and ensure staff complete mandatory annual training (HIPAA, ethics, boundaries, infection control, etc.)
• Manage performance management, corrective action, and internal incident investigation procedures and processes
• Maintain complete documentation of personnel files, credentialing records, licenses, required attestations, performance management, incident investigations, and annual training requirements
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire orientation processes
• Support benefit enrollment and explain coverage options for new hires
• Perform internal investigations related to employees, workers compensation claims, temporary leave, return-to-work plans, and injury follow-ups

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration, Behavioral Health, Business Administration, or related field
• 2 years of HR generalist or HR management experience
• Experience administering benefits, maintaining personnel files, and managing onboarding processes
• Working knowledge of federal and Alabama employment law, regulatory standards, and confidentiality requirements
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Preferred

• 2 years of experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, or other licensed healthcare setting
• Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation requirements as they apply to staffing and personnel
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification
• Experience managing staff credentialing and mandatory training tracking in a regulated environment