Job Description
About Children’s Specialized ABA Children’s Specialized ABA is designed to address the comprehensive needs of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). By leveraging the expertise of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence, the program aims to expand access to innovative and compassionate care, empowering children diagnosed with autism to thrive. Children’s Specialized ABA offers home-based, community-based, and center-based ABA therapy. At Children’s Specialized ABA, we envision a future where every child diagnosed with autism has access to innovative and compassionate care, empowering them to thrive and reach their full potential. Our vision is built on four core values: Inclusivity : We celebrate the diversity within the Autism spectrum and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and values each person’s individual strengths and differences. Innovation : We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration, exploring new ideas to develop personalized solutions that enhance quality of life for all children with Autism. Connection : We actively engage with the health systems and broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism. Quality and Safety : We invest in research and training to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve. Join Us as a HR Business Partner – Employee Relations The HR Business Partner (HRBP) – Employee Relations serves as a hands-on HR partner to Clinical and Operational leaders across a multi-site ABA organization. This role is primarily focused on employee relations, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and manager coaching, while ensuring consistent and compliant application of HR policies and practices. The HRBP – Employee Relations provides day-to-day guidance to leaders on performance management, employee concerns, and organizational changes, helping to resolve issues proactively and reduce risk. This role partners closely with HR leadership to support a balanced approach to compliance, workforce experience, and engagement, while contributing insights that strengthen retention and overall employee experience. Operating within a matrix HR structure, this position collaborates with the HR Director and the Director of People Experience & Engagement to support both tactical execution and continuous improvement of HR processes across the organization. What You'll Do: HR Partnership & Leader Support Serve as a trusted HR partner to clinical, operational, and regional leaders across multiple locations Provide day-to-day guidance on employee relations, performance management, and organizational changes Coach leaders on communication, conflict resolution, and effective people management practices Support consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and best practices Develop and deliver training, job aids, and tools to strengthen manager capability Employee Relations & Investigations Manage employee concerns, complaints, and workplace issues with professionalism and urgency Conduct workplace investigations (e.g., harassment, discrimination, policy violations), ensuring thorough documentation and timely resolution Interview employees and leaders, gather evidence, and provide clear findings and recommendations Partner with HR leadership and legal counsel on complex or high-risk matters Ensure cases are triaged, documented, and resolved within established timelines Manager & Employee Guidance Provide coaching to managers and employees to support early and effective resolution of workplace concerns Advise on corrective action, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and termination considerations Support leaders in navigating difficult conversations and employee performance discussions Respond to HR inquiries and escalate issues as appropriate Performance Management Support annual performance review processes across clinical and administrative teams Coach leaders on performance management best practices and documentation standards Review performance documentation for consistency, fairness, and compliance Partner with leadership to drive performance improvement initiatives Policy, Compliance & Risk Management Interpret and apply company policies and multi-state employment laws Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Maintain accurate and confidential employee