Embark operates behavioral health facilities across the US that support adolescents, young adults, and their families by offering a full continuum of care from Short & Long-Term Residential, Wilderness Therapy environments, IOP/PHP clinics to virtual outpatient care. Our local IOP/PHP clinics are a critical part of our strategy to increase access to life-saving mental health treatments for families with insurance.

What do you bring to this position?

• Leads the recruiting efforts to find prospective clinic employees.
• HR Management functions for multi-site locations.
• Conducts new-hire interviews for select positions.
• Member of the strategic management team.
• Provides input on planning, operations, and policy development.
• Administers New Hire Orientation, supports onboarding, development and transition plans for new hires, and supports promotions or internal transfers.
• Responds to inquiries regarding openings and explains the application process.
• Reviews resumes. Conducts the initial screening interview for all positions.
• Proactively plans for strategic company growth in the local market.
• Works closely with program management to remain updated as to staffing needs.
• Manages and responds to employee disciplinary action and employee relations issues.
• Assists with scheduling and the review of new hire on-boarding and orientation.
• Educates and drives compliance regarding training and maintains personnel files requirements.
  Administers changes and updates in the HRIS system.
• Communicates pertinent HR information to division, corporate, and program leadership.
• Coordinates background checks, drug tests, and all pre-employment related items.
• Handles unemployment claims, worker's comp claims, fields benefit questions, and coordinates performance review process.
• Oversees and audits local payroll, submits corrections, and makes miscellaneous payroll adjustments.
• Champions employee recognition programs
• Completes exit interviews for employees leaving the program.
• Oversees and tracks the employee disciplinary process by investigating claims and recommends an appropriate response if a violation of company P&P has occurred.
• Provides employee support and counseling regarding job-related problems.
• Oversees and becomes proficient at payroll/HRIS functions for salary and hourly employees. HR is the final approver of timecards if supervisors do not approve timecards.
• Understands and becomes proficient at utilizing the various technology platforms used within the company, i.e., the applicant tracking system, HRIS/payroll system, worker’s compensation claims, unemployment portals, the employee engagement survey system, and any other endorsed platform used for company efficiencies.
• Facilitates Workers Compensation Reports of Injury and all cases needing additional medical attention for employees.
• Tracks applicant/employee referrals to ensure timely payout of bonuses and
• Maintains, obtains, and tracks all certifications and licensing from eligible employees.
• Reports and facilitates some aspects of risk management, reporting injuries, property damage, and other insurance related claims.
• Understands and coordinates request for FMLA and long-term disability.
• Oversees holiday parties and special events. Recognizes each employee on their birthday and employment anniversary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, a degree in human resources or business is preferred. Plus a minimum of 2 years of HR experience.
• Ability to pass a state background check and work in the Chandler, AZ office. (This position is not remote)

• Embark Behavioral Health offers an amazing atmosphere of acceptance and support in a professional, friendly environment. The Embark support office is located in Chandler, AZ and supports 1,500+ employees across the nation in 40 different locations and growing.
• As a member of the Embark team, you will be fully supported by key Embark leaders who share your passion to find top A-Player talent to join the Embark family. Together we remain focused on the mission to facilitate lasting positive change for young people and their families.
• Access to professional growth using our leading-edge strategies and trainings with our exceptional leaders.
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, and paid maternal leave.
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunity to influence growth and lasting change among adolescents and their families, create joy in their lives, and heal generations.
• Join a team of nationally recognized industry leaders who provide you with a framework of training and support.
• At Embark, team members embrace the core values of empathy, trusting relationships, service, growth, and results.