PORT Health
Employee Relations Specialist – PORT Health
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Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) , our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a full-time Employee Relations Specialist to help foster a positive, respectful, and compliant work environment across our locations in North Carolina and Virginia.
Your Role in Our Mission The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for supporting a positive, compliant, and productive work environment by managing employee concerns, conducting investigations, and advising managers on performance, behavior, and workplace policy matters. This role ensures that employee issues are addressed consistently and fairly in alignment with federal and state employment laws and the organization’s values.
Intermittent travel within the assigned service area is required (Western NC and Virginia).
Why Join Us? As part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive. You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development and a full benefits package for eligible positions.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional flexibility to address time-sensitive employee needs and travel to various worksites as required.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary: $51,000–$59,000 per year for this full-time exempt position
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Life and Disability Insurance (company paid)
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
What We’re Looking For
Conducting fair and thorough investigations into employee concerns (e.g., harassment, discrimination, misconduct).
Documenting findings and recommending appropriate actions in line with policy and legal standards.
Acting as a trusted resource for employees and advising managers on conflict resolution, performance issues, and policy interpretation.
Supporting grievance resolution, coaching conversations, and delivering employee relations training.
Maintaining confidential records and identifying trends to support compliance and strategic planning.
Collaborating with HR leadership and legal counsel as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred: SHRM-CP, PHR) or a combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years of HR experience, with at least 1–2 years focused on employee relations or workplace investigations.
Familiarity with federal and state employment laws (North Carolina and/or Virginia experience strongly preferred).
Maintain valid state driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work.
Ready to Apply? Send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com or apply at www.eastersealsPORT.com.
About Easterseals PORT Health Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families across North Carolina and Virginia.
We are an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!
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Employee Relations Specialist
role at
PORT Health .
At
Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) , our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities. We are seeking a full-time Employee Relations Specialist to help foster a positive, respectful, and compliant work environment across our locations in North Carolina and Virginia.
Your Role in Our Mission The Employee Relations Specialist is responsible for supporting a positive, compliant, and productive work environment by managing employee concerns, conducting investigations, and advising managers on performance, behavior, and workplace policy matters. This role ensures that employee issues are addressed consistently and fairly in alignment with federal and state employment laws and the organization’s values.
Intermittent travel within the assigned service area is required (Western NC and Virginia).
Why Join Us? As part of our mission, we help our team members embrace their potential, build resilience, and thrive. You will benefit from ongoing professional growth and development and a full benefits package for eligible positions.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional flexibility to address time-sensitive employee needs and travel to various worksites as required.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary: $51,000–$59,000 per year for this full-time exempt position
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
Life and Disability Insurance (company paid)
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
What We’re Looking For
Conducting fair and thorough investigations into employee concerns (e.g., harassment, discrimination, misconduct).
Documenting findings and recommending appropriate actions in line with policy and legal standards.
Acting as a trusted resource for employees and advising managers on conflict resolution, performance issues, and policy interpretation.
Supporting grievance resolution, coaching conversations, and delivering employee relations training.
Maintaining confidential records and identifying trends to support compliance and strategic planning.
Collaborating with HR leadership and legal counsel as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred: SHRM-CP, PHR) or a combination of education and experience.
Minimum 3 years of HR experience, with at least 1–2 years focused on employee relations or workplace investigations.
Familiarity with federal and state employment laws (North Carolina and/or Virginia experience strongly preferred).
Maintain valid state driver’s license and auto insurance for personal and agency vehicles utilized for work.
Ready to Apply? Send your resume to recruiter@eastersealsPORT.com or apply at www.eastersealsPORT.com.
About Easterseals PORT Health Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner, providing exceptional services in disability, mental health, and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication, and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults, and families across North Carolina and Virginia.
We are an Inclusive Culture, Diverse Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self, and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!
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