Human Resource Assistant (Remote)

For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5\-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K\-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom. At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives. We are seeking a proactive, detail\-oriented **Human Resource Assistant** to join our team and support our mission. This role requires strong technical skills, excellent organizational ability, and a can\-do attitude. You will be the first point of contact for employees, providing HR support, resolving day\-to\-day questions while fostering a positive workplace environment. In addition to core HR responsibilities, this role includes supporting employee benefits and HRIS processes, requiring a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. **HR Support*** Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries, providing timely and professional HR support. * Manage day\-to\-day HR questions related to policies, benefits, employee relations, and other HR processes. * Conduct new hire orientation sessions. * Maintain and update employee records in HR databases and systems. * Time and attendance management. * Provide administrative support, including preparing reports and HR documents using Excel and other Microsoft Office tools. * Ensure HR practices are consistent with organizational values and legal standards. * Additional responsibilities as assigned. **Benefits Support*** Serve as a resource for employees on benefit\-related questions, enrollment, and issue resolution. * Help prepare and distribute employee benefit communications and updates. * Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure data integrity in HRIS systems. **HRIS Support*** Process employment verification requests. * Monitor and manage attendance points, review attendance reports, and coordinate necessary adjustments in accordance with school leadership and company policies. * Prepare HR reports, audit employee data, identify discrepancies, and ensure the accuracy of HRIS records. * Coordinate pre\-employment administrative tasks, track required documentation, and support the completion of onboarding requirements for new hires. ### **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. * 1\-3 years of experience in HR support. * Strong technical skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite. * Hyper attention to detail with proven accuracy in managing employee files and data. * Excellent organizatio