Human Resources Director

Job description

Human Resources Director

Location: Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Healthcare / Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Join a Team Voted a Great Place to Work® Four Years in a Row!

Willow Ridge Rehabilitation & Living Center is seeking an experienced, motivated, and people-focused Human Resources Director to join our leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being actively involved in the employee experience —from recruiting and onboarding new team members to supporting employee relations, engagement, retention, and workplace culture.

At Willow Ridge, we believe that taking great care of our residents starts with taking great care of our team. If you are passionate about building strong teams and creating a positive workplace where employees can succeed, we would love to connect with you.

Position Overview

The Human Resources Director is responsible for overseeing day-to-day human resources operations for the facility, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, training, employee engagement, and retention.

Working closely with facility leadership, the HR Director serves as a trusted resource for employees and managers while helping maintain a positive, professional, and supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and retention efforts for nursing and non-nursing positions

Partner with department leaders to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies

Coordinate new-hire orientation and support a positive onboarding experience

Manage employee relations matters, including coaching, investigations, corrective action, and workplace concerns

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws , regulations, policies, and HR best practices

Support benefits administration, payroll coordination, workers' compensation, and leave management

Maintain accurate employee files, documentation, and HRIS records

Support employee engagement, recognition, retention, and professional development initiatives

Assist leadership with workforce planning and succession planning

Coordinate employee training and ongoing education requirements

Help plan employee appreciation activities and facility events that strengthen workplace culture

Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, communication, and respect throughout the facility

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience

Healthcare, skilled nursing, or long-term care HR experience strongly preferred

Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR compliance, employee relations, and HR best practices

Experience with recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and retention strategies

Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred but not required

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on employee experience, workplace culture, and resident care

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Worksite address

rutherfordton, NC, 28139, US

Who can apply

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