Human Resource Officer

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**Human Resource Officer**

Location: Bayswater North
Position: Part-Time (0.8 FTE)
Reports to: Manager

**About Simply Helping Loddon Mallee**:
Simply Helping Loddon Mallee is dedicated to providing a diverse range of home care, aged care, and NDIS disability support services. Based in Bendigo, we serve the Loddon Mallee region. Our mission is to help people live comfortably in their own homes and avoid unnecessary moves to residential care. We pride ourselves on offering flexible, high-quality services tailored to each individual’s unique needs, ensuring they have the choice and control they deserve over their care and support both at home and within the community.

**About the Role**:
Simply Helping Loddon Mallee is seeking a dedicated Human Resource Officer to join our team. In this role, you will support the development and implementation of HR policies, maintain employee records, assist in performance management, and handle various employment procedures. Your expertise will contribute to a positive and efficient work environment.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- _HR Administration:_
- Assist the HR Manager with administrative tasks to align with business objectives.
- Review and develop HR policies and procedures.
- Support HR processes including performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation.
- Manage employment letters and status changes with precision.
- Maintain and update the personnel database.
- Attend staff meetings, document minutes, and manage SharePoint records.
- Supervise and guide admin staff in HR functions.
- _Recruitment and Onboarding:_
- Oversee the onboarding process for new hires, including orientations and initial training.
- _Staff Development:_
- Achieve annual staff retention targets.
- Ensure completion of the Simply Helping Induction program.
- Participate in the Annual Performance Review Process.
- Support staff in completing mandatory and ongoing training through Ausmed.
- _Collaboration and Support:_
- Serve as a key resource for HR-related inquiries from staff and managers.
- Engage with employment agencies, TAFE institutes, and career events, including occasional travel to Bendigo.
- Adhere to Simply Helping’s Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and Quality policies.
- _Personal Development and Quality Improvement:_
- Complete all required orientations and inductions.
- Engage in continuous HR and educational activities.
- Attend HR and relevant team meetings and recognize when to refer issues.

**Skills and Attributes**:

- Knowledge:_ Proficiency in various HR functions, SCHADS award, and labour laws.
- Technical Skills:_ Skilled in Microsoft Office; experience with HR software is beneficial.
- Organizational Skills:_ Strong time-management and organizational abilities.
- Communication:_ Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Problem-Solving:_ Strong decision-making skills with high ethical standards.
- Experience:_ Prior HR experience and familiarity with HR software is advantageous.

**Qualifications**:
Experience: Background in HR, business, or a related field.
Education: Diploma of HR preferred; additional HR education or certification is a plus.
Checks: Current National or International Police Check and NDIS Worker Screen Check required.

**Compensation**:

- Part-time (0.8 FTE) position with a salary based on competencies, qualifications, and experience. Some out-of-hours work may be required.

Application Instructions:
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

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