HR Director

About Axiom Care

At Axiom Care, we pride ourselves on offering a real path to recovery from addiction to underserved populations such as those with low incomes and the prison re-entry population. We achieve this by offering multiple levels of care along with medical services, evidence-based professional counseling, case management, housing, employment assistance, and more throughout the Phoenix metro area.

Job Summary

The HR Director oversees all human resources functions for Axiom Care and its non-profit affiliate, Axiom Community of Recovery, ensuring alignment with each organization's mission and regulatory requirements. This role is responsible for developing and implementing HR policies, directing recruitment, compensation, benefits, payroll administration, employee relations, and training programs, while ensuring compliance with state, federal, and tribal employment laws. The HR Director also partners with the credentialing department to ensure onboarding and medical staff processes meet regulatory and accreditation standards. The HR Director reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyzes wage and salary data to design and maintain competitive and equitable compensation and salary administration programs aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversees full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, testing, selection, and onboarding across all Axiom Care and Axiom Community of Recovery programs and locations.
• Leads new employee orientation to promote engagement and alignment with company goals and values.
• Processes payroll for Axiom Care and Axiom Community of Recovery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all federal and state regulations.
• Maintains accurate and confidential employee records, including benefits participation, personnel transactions, and required government reporting data.
• Conducts internal HR compliance audits to ensure personnel, payroll, training, and licensing files meet Joint Commission, AHCCCS, state, and federal standards.
• Coordinates and delivers management training on interviewing, hiring, performance management, safety, and harassment prevention.
• Advises management on employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices while fostering a positive work culture.
• Responds to inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and employee programs, ensuring consistency and transparency.
• Collaborates with the Credentialing Department to initiate the credentialing process by obtaining and verifying documentation from medical and clinical providers to maintain accreditation compliance.
• Oversees employee benefits administration, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, leave programs, and employee assistance services.
• Conducts and documents accident investigations, preparing reports for insurance and regulatory agencies.
• Prepares and monitors the annual HR budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic resource allocation.
• Oversees employee separations, prepares documentation, conducts exit interviews, and analyzes data to identify retention trends.
• Develops and presents reports and recommendations to reduce turnover, absenteeism, and improve engagement.
• Manages vendor relationships for HR-related services, ensuring contract compliance and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepares personnel forecasts to project employment needs and support strategic planning.
• Develops and communicates directives and policies on employment law, compensation, and benefits to department managers.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and tribal employment laws, consulting legal counsel when necessary.
• Develops and maintains a human resources information system (HRIS) that meets reporting and management needs.
• Oversees the analysis and maintenance of employment records required by law and organizational policy.
• Prepares and delivers presentations and reports to executive leadership and government agencies regarding HR policies and practices.
• Identifies and monitors legal and regulatory requirements affecting HR operations, ensuring continuous compliance.
• Supports Axiom Care's Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) initiatives by promoting inclusive communication, participating in cultural training, and supporting language access efforts.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises employees in the Human Resources Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; Masters degree preferred.
• At least (5) five years of human resource management experience required.
• Healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP (or equivalent) highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Why Join Axiom Care?

Benefits: We take care of our team so you can take care of others. Enjoy medical and dental coverage through Banner|Aetna, vision insurance through EyeMed, a 401(k) with employer match through Principal, tuition reimbursement, generous PTO and sick time, and eight paid holidays—plus added perks like life insurance and wellness benefits.