HR Manager

HR Manager Location: Remote Company: Ascension Recovery Services (ARS) Status: Full-Time | Exempt Reports To: Vice President, Human Resources Join a Team That's Changing Lives Ascension Recovery Services (ARS) is the nation's first Substance Use Disorder Management Services Organization (SUD-MSO), providing operational, clinical, compliance, and administrative support to behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment centers across the country. Our mission is to help treatment centers deliver exceptional, person-centered care while building sustainable organizations that improve lives, strengthen communities, and expand access to treatment. At ARS, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We are seeking an experienced HR Manager who is passionate about developing leaders, building strong workplace cultures, supporting organizational growth, and helping our facilities deliver life-changing care. If you thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and enjoy partnering with leaders to solve problems, drive results, and support employees, we'd love to meet you. About the Role The HR Manager serves as a strategic Human Resources Business Partner supporting multiple behavioral health treatment facilities across the ARS portfolio. This role partners closely with operational, clinical, and executive leaders to provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition, leadership development, compliance, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. The HR Manager will provide leadership and oversight of Talent Acquisition initiatives while helping leaders attract, develop, and retain top talent across a growing, multi-state organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities HR Business Partnership Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned facilities and leadership teams. Build trusted relationships with operational, clinical, and executive leaders. Provide coaching and guidance on employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning. Support facility growth, acquisitions, start-ups, and organizational change initiatives. Assist leaders in building high-performing, engaged teams. Partner with leadership teams to identify organizational needs and develop practical people strategies. Employee Relations & Investigations Conduct workplace investigations and provide recommendations for resolution. Advise leaders on employee performance concerns, corrective action, and termination decisions. Support conflict resolution and foster a positive, accountable workplace culture. Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and employment practices. Manage sensitive employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion. Talent Acquisition Leadership & Workforce Planning Lead and develop a multi-site, multi-state recruitment team supporting talent acquisition across multiple facilities and business entities. Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to Recruiters and HR Coordinators. Partner with operational and clinical leaders to develop strategic recruitment plans that support organizational growth, new facility openings, acquisitions, and workforce needs. Monitor recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, candidate pipeline activity, source effectiveness, offer acceptance rates, turnover, and vacancy trends. Develop and maintain recruiting dashboards and regularly report talent acquisition metrics and workforce trends to leadership. Build and maintain talent pipelines for clinical, operational, leadership, and support positions. Develop, implement, and continuously improve interview guides, candidate evaluation tools, and hiring processes across all job families. Create and facilitate interview training programs for hiring managers focused on candidate assessment, behavioral interviewing, legal compliance, and selection best practices. Ensure consistent recruitment processes, employment practices, and candidate experiences across all locations and affiliated entities. Partner with leadership teams on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development strategies. Support employer branding initiatives and strategies that position ARS and affiliated treatment centers as employers of choice. Performance Management & Leadership Development Facilitate performance review and goal-setting processes. Coach leaders on employee development, accountability, and difficult conversations. Assist leaders with performance improvement plans and employee development strategies. Support leadership training and organizational development initiatives. Partner with leaders on succession planning and talent development. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Support Joint Commission, CARF, OSHA, state licensing, and accreditation requirements. Assist with policy development, implementation, and communication. Maintain accurate employee records and documentation. Support audits, compliance reviews, and risk mitigation efforts. Assist with leave management, accommodations, and employee policy interpretation. HR Operations & Analytics Support HRIS administration, reporting, and workforce analytics. Analyze turnover, staffing, engagement, recruiting, and performance metrics. Assist with benefits administration and employee lifecycle processes. Participate in special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and strategic HR initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems, and the employee experience. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience. Minimum of (10) years of progressive Human Resources experience. Minimum of (10) years of experience leading recruitment, talent acquisition, or workforce planning initiatives. Experience managing recruitment teams across multiple locations, facilities, or business entities. Experience supporting multiple locations, departments, or business units. Experience with employee relations, investigations, and performance management. Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. Excellent communication, organizational, facilitation, and problem-solving skills. Ability to travel regularly to assigned facilities. Preferred Qualifications PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or similar HR certification. Experience in healthcare, behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, or multi-site operations. Experience conducting workplace investigations. Experience supporting Joint Commission or other accredited healthcare organizations. Experience with BambooHR, Relias, Indeed, LinkedIn Recruiter, and applicant tracking systems. Experience supporting growth organizations, acquisitions, or start-up operations. Why You'll Love Working Here The work we do changes lives, and we believe in investing in the people who make that possible. Benefits & Support ICHRA Health Benefit with Premium Reimbursement Dental & Vision Insurance Employer-Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Insurance Options 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Opportunities Career Growth & Advancement Collaborative Leadership Team Opportunity to Impact a Growing National Organization Equal Employment Opportunity Ascension Recovery Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and respected. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.