Human Resources Director
24 days ago
Chicago
Job Description Lead with purpose. Inspire people. Strengthen culture every day. Mercy Circle is a vibrant continuing care retirement community sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, located on Chicago’s southwest side. We provide a full continuum of care—independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing—to adults 62 years and older in a mission-driven, person-centered environment. We are seeking a strategic, relationship-driven leader to join our leadership team as the Human Resources Director. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible leadership role responsible for overseeing all human resources functions while partnering closely with executive leadership to support a thriving, mission-aligned workplace. What You’ll Do As the Human Resources Director, you will combine strategic leadership with hands-on execution to support employees, strengthen culture, and ensure organizational excellence. Leadership & Strategy • Lead the development and execution of HR strategies aligned with Mercy Circle’s mission and organizational goals, • Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness, • Foster a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven culture across all departments, • Partner with leadership to support change management and organizational growth initiatives Talent Acquisition & Retention • Oversee recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent, • Develop and implement retention and engagement strategies to support workforce stability, • Ensure a welcoming and supportive onboarding experience for new employees, • Monitor staffing trends and proactively address workforce needs Employee Relations & Development • Provide guidance and coaching to managers on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution, • Support leadership in conducting performance evaluations and development planning, • Promote employee engagement through training, recognition, and development programs, • Maintain a strong visible presence with staff to build trust and communication Compliance, Policies & Risk Management • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, • Develop, implement, and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook, • Oversee investigations related to employee concerns, ensuring fair and consistent resolution, • Support workplace safety and risk management initiatives Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations • Oversee compensation and benefits administration in collaboration with finance and external partners, • Develop and update job descriptions, • Ensure accurate HR and payroll systems, records, and reporting, • Analyze HR data and metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement, • Manage payroll coordination and HR operational processes Collaboration & Support • Collaborate with department leaders to support staffing, engagement, and performance goals, • Participate in leadership initiatives to improve employee satisfaction, retention, quality assurance/performance improvement and overall organizational effectiveness, • Participate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) rotation, providing leadership support across the community as needed, • Maintain flexibility to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours to ensure visibility and engagement with staff across all shifts Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred), • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibility, • Experience in healthcare, specifically in a skilled nursing setting, • Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices, • Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills, • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, • SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification (preferred), • Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office applications Why Mercy Circle? At Mercy Circle, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a mission-driven community dedicated to dignity, compassion, and excellence in care. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, • Life and disability coverage, • 403(b) retirement plan, • Generous paid time off, • Tuition reimbursement Mercy Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace. Company DescriptionMercy Circle is a premiere Catholic Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. Located on Chicago’s southwest side, Mercy Circle is a unique 110-unit CCRC comprised of: -\t44 Independent Living apartments -\t43 Assisted Living apartments (including a 9-unit memory care neighborhood) -\t23-bed skilled nursing unit For over eight years, Mercy Circle has consistently been recognized as a leader in senior living: -\tCMS 5-Star Rated Community -\tU.S. News & World Report – Top Rehab Unit -\tChicago Tribune Top Workplace (6 consecutive years) -\tTop CCRC & Best of Senior Living by A Place for Mom (7 years) These awards reflect our exceptional clinical quality, staffing, and survey performance, as well as outstanding resident, family, and employee satisfaction.Mercy Circle is a premiere Catholic Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. \r\n\r\nLocated on Chicago’s southwest side, Mercy Circle is a unique 110-unit CCRC comprised of:\r\n•\t44 Independent Living apartments\r\n•\t43 Assisted Living apartments (including a 9-unit memory care neighborhood)\r\n•\t23-bed skilled nursing unit\r\n\r\nFor over eight years, Mercy Circle has consistently been recognized as a leader in senior living:\r\n•\tCMS 5-Star Rated Community\r\n•\tU.S. News & World Report – Top Rehab Unit\r\n•\tChicago Tribune Top Workplace (6 consecutive years)\r\n•\tTop CCRC & Best of Senior Living by A Place for Mom (7 years)\r\n\r\nThese awards reflect our exceptional clinical quality, staffing, and survey performance, as well as outstanding resident, family, and employee satisfaction.