Human Resources Generalist

Gracelight Community Health is seeking an experienced HR Generalist to support the people who make our mission possible. This is a hands-on role covering recruitment, employee relations, workplace investigations, onboarding, training, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, and accommodations.

We’re looking for someone who brings sound judgment, emotional maturity, and consistent follow-through. You should be comfortable handling sensitive conversations, managing competing priorities, and working independently while knowing when to seek guidance.

What You’ll Do

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned positions, from screening applicants through offers and pre-employment requirements.

• Coordinate onboarding and deliver new hire orientation.

• Support employees and managers with workplace concerns, policy questions, performance management, and corrective action.

• Conduct impartial workplace investigations and prepare clear, factual documentation.

• Coordinate leaves of absence, workers’ compensation claims, reasonable accommodations, and return-to-work arrangements.

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data.

• Conduct employee and manager training.

• Partner with the HR team and leadership to support a respectful, accountable workplace.

What You’ll Bring

• Four to six years of progressively responsible HR experience, including substantial HR Generalist responsibilities.

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Demonstrated experience in recruitment, employee relations, workplace investigations, onboarding, and training.

• Working knowledge of California employment requirements and experience supporting protected leaves, disability accommodations, and workers’ compensation.

• Hands-on experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems. Paycom experience is a plus.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to build trust while maintaining confidentiality and appropriate boundaries.

• The ability to manage your work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and follow matters through to resolution.

• Healthcare or multisite HR experience and PHR or SHRM-CP certification are preferred.

Work Location

This position works onsite at Gracelight’s administrative office in Los Angeles, with travel to our health centers as needed. It is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

About Gracelight

Gracelight Community Health provides medical, dental, behavioral health, and other essential services to Los Angeles communities. Our HR team helps create an environment where employees feel supported, understand expectations, and can do their best work for our patients.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Four to six years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including substantial HR Generalist responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in recruitment, employee relations, workplace investigations, onboarding, and employee training.
• Working experience supporting workers’ compensation claims, leave administration, reasonable accommodation, and return-to-work processes.
• Hands-on experience using HRIS and applicant tracking systems required; Paycom experience preferred.
• Healthcare or multisite organizational experience preferred.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or a comparable HR certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of California and federal employment requirements, including those related to employee relations, protected leaves, disability accommodations, and workers’ compensation.
• Ability to conduct objective investigations, evaluate information, and prepare clear, factual documentation.
• Emotional maturity and professionalism when handling conflict, sensitive information, and difficult conversations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and recognize when consultation or escalation is necessary.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain policies and processes in practical terms.
• Ability to build positive working relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new systems.