HR Director

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

We are a patient-focused organization committed to delivering exceptional care in the field of behavioral health and substance abuse treatment. Our team thrives in a supportive, compliance-driven environment where every staff member plays a crucial role in promoting healing and recovery. We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Human Resources Director to lead our HR functions and support our mission of excellence in care.

The Human Resources Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Human Resources department. This role ensures compliance with internal policies, JCAHO standards, and state/federal employment laws. The Director will manage all aspects of HR, including recruitment, onboarding, training, benefits administration, employee relations, and maintaining confidential employee records.

This position plays a key leadership role in shaping workplace culture, promoting best practices, and supporting organizational growth within a regulated healthcare setting.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, interviews, and onboarding

• Oversee employee training and development programs

• Administer employee benefits and leave programs

• Maintain accurate and confidential HR files and documentation

• Monitor and enforce compliance with federal/state labor laws and JCAHO requirements

• Provide guidance on company policies, employee relations, and performance management

• Serve as a key advisor to leadership on HR strategy and workforce planning

• Ensure HIPAA compliance and confidentiality in all HR operations

• Address workplace conflicts using a solution-focused, empathetic approach

• Lead initiatives related to employee engagement, wellness, and retention

• Ensure alignment with Drug-Free Workplace and Workplace Violence policies

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field

• Masters degree or HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) preferred

Experience:

• 35 years of progressive experience in human resources

• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership or supervisory HR role

• Strongly preferred: experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or substance abuse treatment settings

• Familiarity with Virginia labor laws and healthcare compliance regulations

• Proficient knowledge of federal/state employment laws and HR best practices

• Knowledge of JCAHO and HIPAA compliance standards (preferred)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity

• Conflict resolution and employee relations expertise

• Compassionate, team-oriented, and solution-focused mindset