Human Resource Specialist

Job description

Join a Growing Team That Puts People First Ascend is seeking a motivated, people-focused Human Resources Specialist to join our growing team in-person in Union City. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping employee experience, supporting leadership, and helping drive the continued growth of a mission-driven healthcare organization. At Ascend, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and set up for success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong teams, and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Do: Onboarding & Employee Experience: - Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation - Create a welcoming and organized first-day experience - Support employee engagement initiatives and retention efforts - Serve as a trusted resource for employee questions and support HR Operations & Compliance: - Maintain employee records and HR documentation - Ensure compliance with California labor laws and HR best practices - Support leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, and employee relatio...