Optalis Health & Rehabilitation | Grand Rapids, Michigan Area
At Optalis Health & Rehabilitation, our employees make a difference in the lives of residents every day. We are seeking a hands-on Human Resources Business Partner who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and helping facility leaders create a workplace where employees can succeed.
The HRBP supports the employee experience from recruitment and onboarding through employee relations, leave administration, and retention. This role also handles important timekeeping and payroll preparation responsibilities in partnership with Corporate HR and Payroll.
What you’ll doPartner with facility leaders on staffing, employee relations, performance management, attendance, and retention.
Lead local recruiting efforts, manage candidates in the applicant tracking system, and coordinate interviews and hiring.
Guide new hires through onboarding, orientation, employment documentation, and required training.
Review timecards, missed punches, schedules, and pay information; help resolve payroll questions and coordinate corrections with Corporate Payroll.
Maintain accurate employee information and process approved changes in the HRIS.
Support employees with benefits questions, leave requests, workers’ compensation matters, and return-to-work processes.
Help managers address workplace concerns promptly, consistently, and with appropriate documentation.
Maintain personnel records and support required reporting, audits, and compliance activities.
Work with Corporate HR on investigations, policy interpretation, and more complex employee matters.
Build a visible, approachable HR presence for employees and leaders.
At least 2–3 years of human resources experience, including hands-on timekeeping or payroll responsibilities.
Working knowledge of employee relations, recruiting, onboarding, benefits, leaves, and employment practices.
Strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to handle sensitive information.
Clear communication skills and confidence coaching managers through difficult conversations.
Comfort working in an HRIS, applicant tracking system, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy healthcare environment.
A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or another healthcare setting is a plus. ADP experience is also a plus.
This position involves regular movement throughout a healthcare facility and interaction with employees in clinical and nonclinical departments.
Join Optalis and help us support the people who care for our residents.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
- 2-3 years of HR experience, including payroll processing
- Knowledge of state and federal labor laws and healthcare regulations
- Proficiency with HRIS
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience managing time and attendance systems and payroll adjustments
- Experience with applicant tracking systems, recruitment, onboarding, and retention programs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced settings
- Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care environment
What We Do
Optalis Health and Rehabilitation delivers exceptional post-acute care across Ohio and Michigan. The company provides comprehensive services, including specialized rehabilitation programs, 24/7 skilled nursing, and personalized assisted living options, all designed to promote optimal recovery and independence. With a dedicated clinical team and patient-centered approach, they create seamless transitions from hospital to home while providing compassionate support at every stage of healing.
