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Wellspring

Human Resources Business Partner

Wellspring, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201

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Agency Overview Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope. We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.

Wellspring’s recovery‑oriented programming incorporates person‑centered care & utilizes a multi‑disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods. Wellspring’s success depends on our highly qualified and dedicated staff.

We hire individuals who are committed to excellent service to our clients, to each other, and to the community.

We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to apply!

Human Resources Business Partner Summary Wellspring, a non‑profit organization dedicated to supporting adult mental health services, as well as housing assistance in the Louisville, KY area, is seeking an HR Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as the sole HR professional within the organization. This individual will report directly to the CEO and will support a staff of approximately 115 employees.

Position Description The HRBP supports Wellspring’s people strategies from pre‑hire to retire in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, staffing, benefits, leave management, training, employee relations and engagement, culture, safety, and compliance. The position is not responsible for payroll duties but will work closely with the payroll team. The HRBP will focus on developing & sustaining a positive workplace culture, compliance with HR policies, and providing guidance to leadership and employees on HR‑related matters.

Competencies

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to build collaborative relationships

Decision‑making skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgement

Ability to multi‑task and prioritise

HR expertise and compliance

Employee relations and conflict resolution

Organisational and time management skills

Relationship building and influence

Training and development

Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.

At least three years’ HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience is preferred. Non‑profit experience is preferred. HR certification is a plus.

Experience Requirements

Ability to work independently as a department of one and provide strategic HR guidance

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR practices

Experience in employee relations, benefits administration, workforce planning, and performance management

Strong communication, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills

HRIS knowledge and experience; HRIS implementation a plus

ATS knowledge and experience

Special Skills / Other Requirements

Willingness to pursue certification or possession of certification through SHRM or HRCI

Remains current in HR laws and OSHA requirements

Fire safety and other emergency procedures

Ongoing education & skills training

Job Responsibilities HR Leadership & Strategy

Serves as the primary HR contact for employees and leadership

Advise senior leadership on HR best practices and workforce planning

Develop and implement policies and procedures in alignment with organisation’s mission and goals

Supports staffing efforts with workforce planning, hiring efforts, and succession planning

Develop and implement onboarding strategies and complete required tasks

Compliance & Policy Management

Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices

Reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance

Reviews CARF standards related to workforce development and management annually to ensure compliance with standards

Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non‑mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti‑harassment training, professional licencing, and aptitude exams and certifications

Employee Relations & Performance Management

Serve as a trusted advisor for employees and managers on workplace issues, conflict resolution, and HR policies

Support leadership with performance management, including coaching, performance evaluations, and improvement plans

Fosters a positive work culture that promotes employee engagement and retention

Contributes to the organisation newsletter

Create, implement, and sustain continuous performance management processes

Employee Benefits & Leave Management

Serves as the point of contact for benefits administration, including health insurance, FMLA, and other leave policies

Educate employees on benefits offerings and coordinate open enrolment

HR Best Practices

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law

Collects and analyzes internal and external information to compare the organisation’s HR practices to those prevailing in the market

Reviews agency policies and procedures with recommendations for updating, as needed

Salary $75,000 - $87,500

Other Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short‑and Long‑term Disability

Option for a 401(K) Retirement plan with employer match

Generous paid holidays and vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

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