HR People Specialist

Position Title:HR People Specialist

Program/Dept:Human Resources

Reports to: Head of People Strategy and Operations

Classification:Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $87,000 + Benefits

About Us:Caminar is a leading behavioral health organization that supports youth and adults across multiple counties in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. Caminar builds strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment and wrap-around services, delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care. Founded in 1964, Caminar's vision is to be a beacon of safety, compassion, and fulfillment, supporting all those in our communities who need it most. Our mission is to build strength and stability through comprehensive mental health and substance use treatment delivered through evidence-based, whole-person care.

Caminar values diversity. People of all races, ethnicities, countries of origin, faiths, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities are welcome here. To learn more, please visit

Position Summary

The HR People Specialist plays a pivotal role in enhancing the employee experience through comprehensive onboarding, orientation, and employee engagement initiatives. Additionally, this role supports other human resource functions and serves as a central point of contact within the HR department, fostering collaboration and cohesion.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage a comprehensive onboarding program that fosters engagement and accelerates new hire productivity.
• Coordinate and facilitate orientation sessions, ensuring alignment with Caminar's mission, values, and policies.
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure timely and effective onboarding experiences tailored to each role and region in the program.
• Conduct new hire orientation and provide benefits overview sessions.
• Monitor onboarding metrics and feedback to continuously improve processes.
• Track employee development progress and maintain accurate training records in the HRIS/Relias system. Follow up with leaders to ensure compliance.
• Develop and implement an annual HR training calendar, to include regulatory and leadership development learnings.
• Conduct stay and exit interviews, trend results, present, and implement appropriate recommendations to foster an engaged workforce.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace and culture in all communications and interactions.

• Collaborate with HR leadership to resolve employee inquiries related to policies, benefits, leaves, and general employment matters.

• Serve as a point of reference for employee benefits inquiries, providing timely and accurate information.

• Assist in the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and wellness initiatives.
• Support annual open enrollment processes and coordinate benefit-related communications.
• Liaise with benefits providers to resolve employee issues and ensure compliance with benefit policies.
• All other duties and tasks assigned

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Trend time from offer acceptance to onboarding completion.
• Percentage of new hires completing onboarding within the targeted timeframe.
• New hire satisfaction scores from onboarding surveys.
• Post-orientation feedback scores from participants.
• Number of orientation sessions conducted per quarter.
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State training requirements
• Track and trend the number of professional development workshops delivered annually.
• Employee satisfaction with training programs (via post-training surveys).
• Employee satisfaction with benefits support services.
• Timeliness and accuracy of training and benefits record updates in HRIS

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field, and three plus years of human resource work experience. A Human Resources professional certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is also highly desired.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and to represent the organization in a positive manner.
• Strong problem-solving skills identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to manage and respond timely to customer needs in a professional manner.
• Exhibits strong communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Dependable and reliable at work on time and adheres to the company's scheduling requirements.
• Uses equipment properly and adheres to safety and security requirements.
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently on special projects

Position Requirements:

• Physical: Occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs., and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods.
• Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with residents and staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.
• Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days.
• Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances, dust, and loud noises.
• Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, phone, and fax machine.

Essential Requirements:

• Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.
• This position may require limited, occasional, or frequent driving. If required, a valid California driver's license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current personal auto insurance as required by law. Additionally, an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies is a key job requirement.
• Must be able to pass post offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.
• If applicable, a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.
• May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.