HR Business Partner

CHI Saint Joseph Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive health systems in the Commonwealth of Kentucky supporting over 5000 active team members 8 hospitals and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern CHI Saint Joseph Health we are dedicated to building healthier communities by elevating patient care through high quality healthcare professionals and Humankindness. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work-life balance such as:

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health a nonprofit Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175000 team members and 25000 physicians and advanced practice commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states.

Why Join Our Team:

• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the employee experience and culture of a vital healthcare institution.
• Collaborative and supportive HR team dedicated to excellence.
• Meaningful work that directly contributes to delivering exceptional patient care.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution (Emphasis):

• Expertly manage and resolve complex employee relations issuesincluding grievances disciplinary actions performance management concerns and workplace disputes ensuring fair and consistent application of hospital policies and legal compliance.
• Conduct thorough impartial and timely investigationsinto allegations of misconduct harassment discrimination and other policy violations gathering evidence interviewing witnesses and compiling comprehensive reports with clear recommendations.
• Facilitate effective conflict resolution mediating disputes between employees departments and management fostering constructive dialogue and mutually agreeable solutions.
• Provide expert guidance and coaching to managers and supervisorson employee relations best practices performance management difficult conversations and policy interpretation.
• Develop and deliver training sessionson topics such as conflict resolution harassment prevention and effective communication to promote a harmonious work environment.
• Stay current with employment laws and regulations(e.g. FMLA ADA Title VII) to ensure all employee relations activities are legally defensible and compliant.

Employee Engagement & Culture:

• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction partnering with leadership to identify opportunities for improvement and implement targeted solutions.
• Act as a champion for the hospitals values and culture promoting a positive inclusive and respectful work environment.
• Analyze employee feedback(e.g. surveys exit interviews) to identify trends and recommend strategic interventions to improve the employee experience.
• Collaborate with department headsto design and implement recognition programs team-building activities and communication strategies that foster a sense of belonging and appreciation.
• Support change management initiatives ensuring clear communication and employee buy-in during organizational transitions.

Strategic HR Partnership:

• Serve as a primary HR point of contactfor assigned departments/business units understanding their operational needs and providing strategic HR support.
• Partner with leadershipto develop and implement HR strategies that align with the hospitals overall goals and objectives.
• Analyze HR data and metricsto identify trends and inform decision-making related to employee relations engagement and talent management.
• Contribute to the development and review of HR policies and procedures ensuring they are fair consistent and effective.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related degree preferred.
• 5 years of progressive HR experience with a significant focus on employee relations and engagement preferably within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting complex investigations including strong interviewing techniques evidence gathering and report writing skills.
• Proven track record of successful negotiations and conflict resolutionin emotionally charged situations.
• Exceptional organizational skillswith the ability to manage multiple priorities complex cases and deadlines effectively while maintaining meticulous records.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations(e.g. FMLA ADA Title VII Workers Compensation).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills(written and verbal) to effectively build rapport influence stakeholders and communicate sensitive information with empathy and clarity.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentialityand exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive employee information.
• Proficiency in HRIS systemsand Microsoft Office Suite.
• HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP SPHR PHR)highly desirable.