Position Overview The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to leadership and employees within Neighborhood Health Association, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). This position supports the organization's mission by aligning human resources practices with operational and patient care goals while fostering a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment. The HRBP provides guidance in employee relations, workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, benefits administration, compliance, and employee engagement within a healthcare setting focused on serving diverse and underserved populations. Key Responsibilities
Partner with leadership to support workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational goals. Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, coaching, corrective action, and conflict resolution. Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, training, and professional development initiatives for clinical, administrative, and support staff. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and healthcare employment regulations, including FQHC, COBRA, FMLA, and FTCA requirements. Assist with HR policies, benefits administration, credentialing, workplace investigations, and employee records management. Support workplace safety initiatives, emergency preparedness activities, and continuous quality improvement efforts. Analyze HR data and workforce trends to support strategic decision-making and organizational improvement. Promote a positive, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace environment. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field required. Minimum of four (4) years of progressive human resources experience required, preferably in healthcare or community health settings. HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
Job Requirements/Skills
Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and performance management functions. Experience working in an FQHC, community health center, nonprofit healthcare organization, or similar environment preferred.
Knowledge of employment laws, healthcare regulations, and HR best practices. Experience with HRIS systems, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Strong customer service orientation and commitment to employee support.
Work Environment In office with occasional travel between clinic locations, training events, and community activities may be required.
Who We Are: Neighborhood Health Association (NHA) is Northwest Ohio's largest community health center system. Since 1969, we've grown to 13+ clinics offering medical, dental, pediatric, women's, senior, and homeless care-plus a full-service pharmacy and lab. We focus on prevention and helping people take charge of their health Our Mission: Through our exceptional health care services, we empower and educate, aggressively working to eliminate health care inequities, while supporting personal responsibility for one's own health regardless of the ability to pay. Join Our Team: We are a drug free workplace, and an Equal Opportunity Employer