The Role
This is a newly defined executive HR leadership seat, reporting directly to the President and supervising a team of two Regional HR Business Partners and a home office HR Operations Coordinator, with professional oversight and ownership across all centers. You'll set HR strategy for the organization, coach and develop center-level HR Managers, and serve as a trusted partner to senior leadership on the people issues that matter most in long-term care. This role is for someone who wants to build, not maintain.
What You'll Do
- Set HR strategy and lead workforce initiatives that improve retention, engagement, and performance, partnering closely with Operations
- Supervise and develop the Regional HRBPs and HR Operations Coordinator; coach center-level HR Managers to operate at a high level
- Own home office HR functions: recruiting, onboarding, benefits, and leave administration including FMLA
- Oversee compliance across all twelve centers: reviews, licensure tracking, personnel files, leave tracking, and benefits testing/filing
- Lead sensitive employee relations matters and investigations to resolution
- Build career paths and leadership development programs that support CCR's culture of care
- Review HR policies and benefit offerings annually; maintain current knowledge of employment law
- Manage HR vendor relationships and audit center HR functions for consistency
You'll thrive here if you:
- Have a track record of progressive HR leadership and are ready to build, not just maintain
- Are willing to drive change when change is what the organization needs
- Have the confidence to speak up for the good of the people and the organization, even when it's not the popular call
- Can think critically, use data to make informed decisions, drive innovation, and be a partner to leadership and a voice for the people who care for our residents
- Enjoy coming into the office daily and proactively contributing to the team
Qualifications
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required; masters’ degree preferred
- 7+ years of senior HR management experience, ideally in healthcare or LTC
- SHRM-CP or PHR required, SHRM-SCP or SPHR strongly preferred
- Thorough knowledge of employment law and the ability to apply it accurately in real situations
- Experience with HRIS platforms; Paycom experience a plus
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work; ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
**Must successfully complete a pre-employment health screening, criminal background, and reference check**
Commonwealth Care of Roanoke is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
- Master's degree
- 7+ years of senior HR management experience (ideally in healthcare or long-term care)
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification
- SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification
- Thorough knowledge of employment law and ability to apply it
- Experience with HRIS platforms
- Paycom experience
- Must successfully complete pre-employment health screening, criminal background, and reference check
- Ability to perform prolonged computer work and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds
What We Do
Commonwealth Care of Roanoke is a healthcare leader in Virginia, operating twelve modern facilities dedicated to providing compassionate and complete rehabilitation services. Their mission is to improve the lives of patients through individualized and responsive care, utilizing a network of health and rehab centers. They prioritize clinical excellence and strict compliance to ensure that every patient is supported in returning to their best possible health.
