People & Culture Generalist

Altaya Specialized Home and Support Services
Full-Time | $80,000 – $95,000 per year
Reports to: Director

Start Date: Negotiable

Posting Close Date: March 27, 2026

Altaya Specialized Home and Support Services is seeking a People & Culture Generalist to strengthen our workforce systems, support leaders, and help build stable, well-supported teams delivering care to children, youth, and families.

This role works closely with leadership to support recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance, while contributing to a workplace culture grounded in respect, accountability, and relational practice.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful HR professional who can balance compliance, people support, and operational realities in a dynamic human services environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic People & Culture Support

Provide guidance to leadership on workforce planning and employee relations matters
Identify opportunities to improve HR systems, policies, and workforce processes
Monitor workforce trends such as turnover, recruitment challenges, and training compliance
Support consistent people-management practices across programs

Recruitment & Workforce Strategy

Coordinate recruitment processes including job postings, screening, and interview scheduling
Support hiring managers in structured and equitable hiring practices
Maintain candidate pipelines to support staffing stability
Track hiring timelines, vacancies, and recruitment trends
Develop and update job descriptions to reflect evolving organizational needs

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

Provide guidance to managers on workplace conflict, performance concerns, and employee relations
Support early problem-solving and respectful conflict resolution
Assist leaders with coaching conversations and disciplinary processes
Conduct workplace investigations when required
Promote respectful workplace practices and relational leadership

Performance Management & Staff Development

Support performance review systems across the organization
Assist leaders with coaching, feedback, and performance improvement planning
Track completion of performance reviews and follow-up actions
Provide guidance on employee development and growth opportunities

Onboarding & Workforce Integration

Coordinate onboarding processes for new employees
Ensure required documentation, certifications, and training are completed before independent work
Track certifications such as First Aid and CPI
Monitor probationary review timelines

HR Compliance & Policy Support

Support implementation of HR policies and procedures
Assist with policy development and updates as organizational needs evolve
Ensure compliance with BC Employment Standards and workplace regulations
Maintain accurate HR documentation and internal compliance records

HR Systems & Workforce Data

Maintain HR records and employee documentation
Utilize HR and organizational systems such as ShareVision
Track workforce indicators including vacancies, turnover, and training compliance
Provide HR insights to leadership to support workforce planning

Workplace Culture & Staff Wellbeing

Support initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and recognition
Contribute to retention and staff satisfaction strategies
Help foster a respectful and collaborative workplace culture

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Human Resources or related field
CPHR designation or active CPHR candidate
Strong understanding of BC Employment Standards and HR best practices
Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, and performance management
Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
Strong organizational and documentation abilities
High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

Additional Requirements:

Standard/Community First Aid (CPR/AED)
Criminal Record Check
MCFD Prior Contact Check
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
Privacy training (or willingness to complete)

Working Environment

This role works in a hybrid office and remote environment and may occasionally travel to program locations. The position involves collaboration with managers and leadership, supporting workforce needs in a dynamic caregiving organization.

The role requires strong organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and professionalism when supporting sensitive workplace matters.

Benefits & Perks

At Altaya, we believe strong care for children and families begins with supporting the wellbeing of our team. Full-time employees are eligible for the following:

3 Weeks Paid Vacation to start for full-time roles, with potential increases over time
6 Wellness Days per year, which can be taken as time off or paid out
Paid Bereavement Leave – up to 3 paid days per occurrence
Professional Development Funding for courses, workshops, certifications, and cultural learning opportunities
Paid Team Gatherings & Events, including team-building activities
Community Engagement Opportunities that may be paid or recognized with lieu time
Holiday Appreciation Gifts provided during the Christmas season
Health & Dental Benefits Continuity during maternity/parental leave and for up to 60 days during other unpaid leaves

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care
Wellness program
Work from home

Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have supporting employee relations, performance management, or workplace conflict matters?
Have you conducted workplace investigations (e.g., bullying, harassment, misconduct)?
Have you independently managed recruitment processes including screening, interviews, and reference checks?
Are you comfortable working in a hybrid environment with occasional travel to program or community locations?
In 2–3 sentences, what interests you most about this opportunity with Altaya?

Education:

AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)

Experience:

Human resources: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

CPHR designation or active candidacy (required)

Location:

Kamloops, BC (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kamloops, BC

Application deadline: 2026-05-19
Expected start date: 2026-06-01

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