Always Compassionate Health · 2 hours ago
Vice President Human Resources
Melville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expAlways Compassionate Health is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources (VPHR) to lead their people infrastructure as a strategic partner to the leadership team. This role involves driving organizational performance, developing a high engagement culture, and ensuring legal compliance while managing all aspects of human resources.
Health CareHome Health CareHospitalNursing and Residential CareRehabilitationTherapeutics
Hiring Manager
James D'Agostino
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy that supports the organization’s long-term business objectives and culture, positioning HR as an enabler, not an obstacle, to operational success
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team on all matters related to organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, change management, and succession planning
Proactively identify and manage legal risks, ensuring the company's policies, procedures, and practices are compliant with all federal, state (especially NYS regulations), and local employment laws
Design, implement, and manage innovative and competitive compensation strategies, including base pay, merit increases, and advanced bonus and commission structures that drive high-level performance and retention
Strategically manage all company benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) and related insurance programs, conducting annual reviews to ensure cost effectiveness, competitiveness, and compliance
Oversee the payroll function, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing for all employees
Design and implement comprehensive, legally defensible policies and procedures across all areas of the employee lifecycle
Lead the annual review and update of the Employee Handbook to reflect current business practices and state/federal labor laws
Design and roll out a modern, effective performance management and review system that encourages continuous feedback, development, and accountability
Oversee all disciplinary, grievance, and termination procedures, ensuring fairness, documentation, and compliance to minimize litigation risk
Design scalable, structured, and compliant processes for onboarding new employees and executing professional, legally sound offboarding procedures
Implement programs for leadership development, employee training, and career progression to build a strong internal talent pipeline
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required
Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (Director or VP level) reporting directly to executive leadership
Experience in healthcare or a highly regulated service industry is a significant advantage
Deep expertise in advanced compensation plan design, performance management system implementation, and comprehensive knowledge of federal and New York State employment law (e.g., wage and hour, leave, classification)
Demonstrated ability to act as a strategic business partner, influence without direct authority, and balance employee advocacy with organizational risk mitigation
Experience implementing or managing modern HRIS and payroll systems
Preferred
A Master's degree (MBA or MA in HR) and/or HR certification (SHRM-SCP or SPHR) is strongly preferred
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Always Compassionate Health
Always Compassionate Health, one of the more progressive health organizations in the state of New York, provides the highest quality community-based services, combined with the technological capacity to enhance an individual’s quality of life.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
The Philadelphia Inquirer
2025-08-14
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