HR Generalist

HR Generalist

Carmel, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Carmel+NY+USA+10512)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Location:HK Programs Corporate Office – 2 Summit Court, Fishkill, NY 12524

Schedule:Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Work Arrangement:On-site

Compensation:$26–$28 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications

About the Role

Healthy Kids Programs is seeking a motivated, approachable, and detail-oriented HR Generalist with at least 1 year of HR experience to support employee engagement, benefits administration, HR operations, employee relations, and compliance across our various programs and departments.

Based at our Fishkill, NY corporate office, this on-site role offers opportunities to deliver presentations, facilitate training sessions, and work directly with employees and managers across different teams and locations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented, with a genuine interest in supporting employees and fostering a positive workplace culture.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of HR functions while making a meaningful impact on the employee experience in a supportive, people-first organization.

KeyResponsibilities

• Maintain and update employee information in Paylocity daily, including HRIS records, personnel information, and reports, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

• Assist employees with benefits administration and general HR-related questions.

• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, including launching employee surveys, encouraging participation, and maintaining an active and engaging employee community page in Paylocity.

• Support employee retention initiatives and internal communications to promote connection, recognition, and a positive workplace culture.

• Maintain accurate personnel records and help ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and company policies.

• Conduct employee orientations, benefits presentations, and HR training sessions using Microsoft Teams and other presentation tools as needed.

• Create engaging presentations, training materials, and employee communications using Canva and Microsoft Office tools.

• Partner with managers, program leadership, and site directors to address employee concerns, provide HR guidance, and promote a positive workplace culture.

• Support employee relations, conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary documentation.

• Assist with maintaining employee handbook policies and promoting consistent policy implementation across programs and departments.

• Handle sensitive employee information and HR matters with professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

• Prepare, maintain, and organize HR forms, correspondence, and personnel documentation.

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of HR experience; generalist experience preferred.

• Associate degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.

• Strong technology skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, with the ability to facilitate orientations, training sessions, and employee meetings using Microsoft Teams.

• Experience creating presentations and visual materials using Canva, PowerPoint, or similar tools, or the ability to learn these tools quickly.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.

• Ability to handle employee relations matters, performance discussions, and confidential employee information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and leadership.

• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.

Benefits & Perks

• Employer-Paid Childcarefor children enrolled in our program on the days you work with us

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

• AFLAC Supplemental Plans

• 401(k) for eligible employees

• Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Paid Sick Time Off

• On-Demand Pay

• Career development and growth opportunities

Why Join Us

• Be part of a supportive, people-first culture where employees are valued.

• Make a meaningful impact on employee engagement and workplace culture.

• Collaborate with a dedicated team and build relationships across a variety of programs and departments.

• Develop your HR skills through hands-on experience, presentations, training, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Enjoy unique employee benefits, including employer-paid childcare for eligible employees.

About Healthy Kids Programs

Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are one of Inc. 5000’s fastest-growing providers of early learning, before- and after-school, and summer camp programs, with more than 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love and feel valued while doing it.

Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Learn more atWork With Us | HealthyKidsPrograms (https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus2) .

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Salary Description

$26 - $28 per hour