Corewell Health
Senior Employee Relations Specialist
Corewell Health, Southfield, Michigan, United States, 48076
Senior Employee Relations Specialist
Corewell Health
Job Summary Acting as a neutral party, engages with HR Partners (HR Business Partners, Navigators, etc.), leaders and team members to interpret policies, employment law, legal and regulatory issues, and to evaluate concerns, conduct and document investigations. Consults and influences at multiple levels within the organization to drive a high-performance culture built upon trust and transparency. Occasionally completes research and employee relations special projects; supports leaders and HR Partners in advising in matters related to performance management. Serves as team member advocate as necessary to support union avoidance strategies. Approaches duties and work relationships as a trusted partner and informal leader.
Essential Functions
Conducts investigations in situations requiring interviews and more complex analysis, potentially engaging other partners (Risk Management, Privacy, Legal, Security, etc.) or where risk is identified that requires meticulous handling to mitigate organizational risk.
Acts as an escalation point for intermediate level cases that may need deeper analysis and/or consultation; tracks, monitors and reports on investigations, root causes, outcomes and organizational impact.
On occasion, designs and deploys systematic processes, education, and visible projects impacting employee relations to advance alignment and organizational priorities effectively; evaluates metrics and data to develop viable and sustainable recommendations.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships at all levels, provides exceptional customer service and timely follow‑through while anticipating customer needs; facilitates effective communications to promote employee morale and to create a conducive environment for reduced costs and increased productivity.
Legal case management including employment litigation, administrative charges (NLRB, MDCR, EEOC), and attorney demands; acts as a resource to employees and leaders regarding employment law and legal issues; documents, analyzes, recommends and tracks solutions.
Performs investigations at the direction of legal counsel and works with legal counsel in the course of such investigation to provide guidance, recommendations and assistance as requested; in such cases the team member reports directly to legal counsel.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
5 years of relevant experience in leadership or HR generalist/case management.
About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top‑notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement – to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter (restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!).
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance.
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.
Primary Location SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand Rapids
Employment Details • Employment Type: Full time • Shift: Day (United States of America) • Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 • Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • Days Worked: Monday to Friday • Weekend Frequency: N/A
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with vaccine requirements if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other.
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Job Summary Acting as a neutral party, engages with HR Partners (HR Business Partners, Navigators, etc.), leaders and team members to interpret policies, employment law, legal and regulatory issues, and to evaluate concerns, conduct and document investigations. Consults and influences at multiple levels within the organization to drive a high-performance culture built upon trust and transparency. Occasionally completes research and employee relations special projects; supports leaders and HR Partners in advising in matters related to performance management. Serves as team member advocate as necessary to support union avoidance strategies. Approaches duties and work relationships as a trusted partner and informal leader.
Essential Functions
Conducts investigations in situations requiring interviews and more complex analysis, potentially engaging other partners (Risk Management, Privacy, Legal, Security, etc.) or where risk is identified that requires meticulous handling to mitigate organizational risk.
Acts as an escalation point for intermediate level cases that may need deeper analysis and/or consultation; tracks, monitors and reports on investigations, root causes, outcomes and organizational impact.
On occasion, designs and deploys systematic processes, education, and visible projects impacting employee relations to advance alignment and organizational priorities effectively; evaluates metrics and data to develop viable and sustainable recommendations.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships at all levels, provides exceptional customer service and timely follow‑through while anticipating customer needs; facilitates effective communications to promote employee morale and to create a conducive environment for reduced costs and increased productivity.
Legal case management including employment litigation, administrative charges (NLRB, MDCR, EEOC), and attorney demands; acts as a resource to employees and leaders regarding employment law and legal issues; documents, analyzes, recommends and tracks solutions.
Performs investigations at the direction of legal counsel and works with legal counsel in the course of such investigation to provide guidance, recommendations and assistance as requested; in such cases the team member reports directly to legal counsel.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
5 years of relevant experience in leadership or HR generalist/case management.
About Corewell Health As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top‑notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement – to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter (restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!).
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance.
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.
Primary Location SITE - Corewell Health Place - 100 Corewell Drive NW - Grand Rapids
Employment Details • Employment Type: Full time • Shift: Day (United States of America) • Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 • Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • Days Worked: Monday to Friday • Weekend Frequency: N/A
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with vaccine requirements if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other.
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