HR Generalist
HEALTHY KIDS PROGRAMS
Fishkill, NY 12524$20 - $25 an hourFull Time
Job Description
Description:
Who We Are
Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it).
Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it’s like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.
Position Summary
Lead and execute HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, experience, and retention. This on-site role in Fishkill, NY manages employee relations, benefits and leave administration, compliance, HR operations, and HR systems, while serving as a direct resource to employees and managers. This is a fantastic role to expand your existing HR experiences and grow your HR career path.
*Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs offers a childcare benefit for eligible employees to support work-life balance. This benefit is available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you are working with us.
Schedule, Location & Compensation
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: HK Programs corporate office at 2 Summit Court, Fishkill, NY 12524
Compensation: $20–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Employee Engagement & Communication
Drive employee engagement initiatives through surveys, community communications, and regular check-ins
Maintain Community Page content and coordinate all-staff Town Halls
Lead monthly benefits education sessions and virtual benefit orientations
Benefits & Leave Administration
Administer benefits for new hires, life events, and open enrollment
Partner with benefits brokers to ensure ACA compliance and appropriate plan coverage
Manage Workers’ Compensation, Short-Term Disability, FMLA, PFL, and unemployment claims
Oversee employee 401(k) administration
Employee Relations & Compliance
Independently manage employee relations matters, including conflicts, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
Partner with legal counsel on employment-related issues
Draft, update, and enforce employee handbook policies
Assist in recruiting efforts by pre-screening applicants for specified positions
HR Operations & Systems
Support managers directly across core HR Generalist functions, including performance management, benefits administration, and disciplinary actions
Process employee lifecycle changes, including terminations, role changes, and pay adjustments
Manage employee offboarding and associated documentation including DOL filings
Administer and support HRIS/HRIMS systems (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Assign and track 8x8 phone numbers
Licensing & Insurance
Manage certificates of insurance and coordinate with brokers and regional leaders
Requirements:
Qualifications
Strong organizational skills with consistent follow-through
Experience with employee conflict resolutions
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Experience with an HRIS/HRIMS system (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential employee information and sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in a related field or 1–2 years of relevant HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Employer Paid Childcare – Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you work with us.
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Plans
401(k) for eligible employees
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Sick Time Off
On-Demand Pay
Career Development & Growth Opportunities
Why Join Our Team
Be part of a supportive, people-first culture where HR plays a central role in employee success
Work in a dynamic, growing organization with opportunities to take initiative and make a real impact
Collaborate with dedicated professionals who value teamwork, engagement, and innovation
Gain experience in a well-rounded HR role, covering employee relations, benefits, compliance, HR operations, and more
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Who We Are
Healthy Kids is not just another childcare provider. We are Inc. 5,000's fastest-growing provider of Early Learning, Before and After School, and Summer Camp Programs with over 150 locations. We are a certified benefit corporation on a mission to reinvent accessible and affordable childcare for today’s families and create opportunities for our team to do what they love (and feel valued while doing it).
Join our award-winning community and dive into a world of excitement, growth, and endless possibilities. Check out what it’s like to work with us at https://www.healthykidsprograms.com/workwithus.
Position Summary
Lead and execute HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, experience, and retention. This on-site role in Fishkill, NY manages employee relations, benefits and leave administration, compliance, HR operations, and HR systems, while serving as a direct resource to employees and managers. This is a fantastic role to expand your existing HR experiences and grow your HR career path.
*Featured Benefit: Employer-Paid Childcare
Healthy Kids Programs offers a childcare benefit for eligible employees to support work-life balance. This benefit is available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you are working with us.
Schedule, Location & Compensation
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: HK Programs corporate office at 2 Summit Court, Fishkill, NY 12524
Compensation: $20–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Employee Engagement & Communication
Drive employee engagement initiatives through surveys, community communications, and regular check-ins
Maintain Community Page content and coordinate all-staff Town Halls
Lead monthly benefits education sessions and virtual benefit orientations
Benefits & Leave Administration
Administer benefits for new hires, life events, and open enrollment
Partner with benefits brokers to ensure ACA compliance and appropriate plan coverage
Manage Workers’ Compensation, Short-Term Disability, FMLA, PFL, and unemployment claims
Oversee employee 401(k) administration
Employee Relations & Compliance
Independently manage employee relations matters, including conflicts, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions
Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and FLSA
Partner with legal counsel on employment-related issues
Draft, update, and enforce employee handbook policies
Assist in recruiting efforts by pre-screening applicants for specified positions
HR Operations & Systems
Support managers directly across core HR Generalist functions, including performance management, benefits administration, and disciplinary actions
Process employee lifecycle changes, including terminations, role changes, and pay adjustments
Manage employee offboarding and associated documentation including DOL filings
Administer and support HRIS/HRIMS systems (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Assign and track 8x8 phone numbers
Licensing & Insurance
Manage certificates of insurance and coordinate with brokers and regional leaders
Requirements:
Qualifications
Strong organizational skills with consistent follow-through
Experience with employee conflict resolutions
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Experience with an HRIS/HRIMS system (Paylocity, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms); Paylocity experience is a plus
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential employee information and sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in a related field or 1–2 years of relevant HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Benefits
Employer Paid Childcare – Available for school-age children (ages 5–13) enrolled in our program on the days you work with us.
Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
AFLAC Supplemental Plans
401(k) for eligible employees
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Sick Time Off
On-Demand Pay
Career Development & Growth Opportunities
Why Join Our Team
Be part of a supportive, people-first culture where HR plays a central role in employee success
Work in a dynamic, growing organization with opportunities to take initiative and make a real impact
Collaborate with dedicated professionals who value teamwork, engagement, and innovation
Gain experience in a well-rounded HR role, covering employee relations, benefits, compliance, HR operations, and more
Healthy Kids Programs is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibit discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs.