Human Resource Director (HR)

Human Resources Director (LTC)

Highlands Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center – Mountain Top, PA
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Occasional Weekends)

Highlands Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced Human Resources Director to lead HR operations in our long-term care and short-term rehabilitation facility. We are committed to delivering quality care in a supportive, resident-centered environment — and we are looking for an HR professional who shares that commitment.

If you have healthcare HR experience and a strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, recruitment, and employee relations — we encourage you to apply.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Director is responsible for overseeing all HR functions within the facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and corporate regulations while supporting a positive workplace culture. This role works closely with the Administrator and department leaders to recruit, retain, and support qualified staff to deliver exceptional resident care.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Staffing

• Manage full-cycle recruitment (job postings, screening, interviews, onboarding)

• Partner with department heads to identify staffing needs

• Verify credentials, references, background checks, and employment eligibility (I-9 compliance)

• Coordinate pre-employment screenings and physicals

• Ensure Nurse Aide Registry verifications are completed timely

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Counsel and discipline employees as needed in accordance with company policy

• Conduct investigations, manage grievances, and support conflict resolution

• Maintain attendance and disciplinary records

• Conduct exit interviews and manage unemployment claims

• Foster a positive employee relations program and workplace culture

Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure compliance with ADA, OSHA, FMLA, HIPAA, EEOC, and state/federal labor laws

• Maintain personnel files and HR documentation systems

• Support survey readiness and knowledge of Plans of Correction (2567)

• Participate in Quality Assurance and facility committees

• Maintain Affirmative Action plans as required

Training & Development

• Coordinate employee orientation and in-service training programs

• Support department managers in performance evaluations

• Promote continuing education and professional development

• Ensure compliance with mandatory training requirements

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate HR records and statistical reports

• Monitor Workers’ Compensation claims

• Assist with budgeting and cost-effective HR operations

• Report directly to the Administrator and Regional HR leadership

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

• Minimum 2 years of HR experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or skilled nursing facility required

• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance regulations

• Experience with recruitment, employee relations, and personnel file management

• Valid Pennsylvania ID

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Why Join Highlands?

We value our employees as much as we value our residents. When you join our team, you become part of a supportive, mission-driven organization.

Benefits Include:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

• Daily Pay Option (Tapcheck)

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term Disability

Apply today and help us build a team that delivers excellence in long-term care.

Highlands Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, or any other protected classification.