HR Generalist - MO

Join Our Team as a Human Resources Generalist

At KVC Health Systems, we envision a world in which every person is safe and connected to a strong family and a healthy community. As a leader in social services and behavioral healthcare, we are committed to building a work environment that promotes integrity, respect, and professional growth.

We are proud of our culture of support and connection, reflected in our Work Wellbeing score of 83. We are currently seeking a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team and help us enrich the lives of children and families through exceptional administrative and recruitment support. 

Position Summary

The HR Generalist provides high-level customer service throughout the employee lifecycle. You will be responsible for the end-to-end onboarding experience, ensuring candidates remain engaged from recruitment through their first day. Key duties include conducting comprehensive background checks, maintaining personnel files in compliance with TJC regulations, and managing data entry within our HRIS. This role also supports the HR Compliance team during internal and external audits. This position is available in the Kansas City, MO or St Louis, MO metro area and is hybrid, spending three to four days of the week in the office.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Qualifications: A current valid driver license and auto insurance; proficiency in Word, Excel, and email applications; strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience: Entry-level experience in Human Resources or professional administration; experience working with children and families in a trauma-informed environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external customers via phone and walk-in interactions.
• Manage the full lifecycle of employee compliance, including background checks, clinical requirements, and I9 documentation.
• Collaborate with training and compliance teams to facilitate and host New Employee Orientation.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of new hire information and employee records in ADP.
• Support business unit audits by gathering and organizing required documentation.
• Assist with employee engagement activities, reports, and exit surveys.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding HR policies and procedures.

Behavioral Expectations

• Maintain a high level of professionalism, accountability, and ethical standards.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Display flexibility and a willingness to travel as needed to support various locations.
• Uphold strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Join a team where collaboration fuels our improvement and where you can play a vital role in our mission to help people. At KVC Health Systems, we make meaningful, impactful connections in everything we do.