Human Resources Assistant

Summary

Join Valera Health, a leader in tele-mental health, as a Human Resource Assistant! This role supports the HR department's efficient operations through administrative tasks and services. You will answer employee and applicant inquiries, assist with events and projects, maintain HR files, and support new hire onboarding. The ideal candidate possesses an Associate's degree or relevant experience, strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with Google Workspace and HRIS systems. Valera offers competitive pay ($21-$28/hr with potential bonuses) and benefits including health, vision, dental insurance, 401k, paid time off, short-term disability, and life insurance.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in related field required or relevant experience within the field (2 years)
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Google Workspace or related software
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), Paylocity
• The ability to stay focused and manage their time effectively while working remotely
• The ability to keep information confidential and to disseminate when appropriate

Responsibilities

• Answer frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refer more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management
• Assist with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, and employee recognition events
• Provide clerical support to the HR department
• Answer employee inquiries
• Assist with special projects as directed by the HR Director
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of Human Resource files and records
• Perform periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
• Assist HR Generalist with onboarding new hires

Preferred Qualifications

• Tele-mental health experience
• Startup experience
• Drive to succeed, collaborating outlook, aligns with our mission

Benefits

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401k through the Standard
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Office Equipment