CANITA WORTH
Windsor Run
Waxhaw,NC
10
years of professional experience
Results-driven HR professional with expertise in strategic business partnership, HR operations, employee relations, workforce analytics, talent development, and change management. Trusted advisor to leaders, driving engagement, operational excellence, and business results through people-focused strategies. I believe people are the foundation of every successful organization, and that investing in their growth, engagement, and experience creates stronger teams, better business outcomes, and a culture where both associates and the organization can thrive.
Work History
HR Manager
1 Year 3 Months- Led HR operational excellence by partnering with leaders, leveraging workforce analytics, resolving complex employee relations matters, and improving HR processes.
- Served as a strategic HR advisor to business leaders, aligning talent strategies, performance management, and employee relations with organizational objectives.
- Led associate engagement initiatives by translating feedback into actionable strategies that strengthened culture, improved retention, and enhanced the overall associate experience.
- Supported talent reviews, leadership development, and workforce planning initiatives by partnering with leaders to align talent strategies with business priorities.
- Led organizational change by coaching leaders, driving effective communication strategies, and facilitating the successful implementation of business and HR initiatives.
- Fostered development, engagement and the company's mission, vision and values through transparency and a people-first approach
HR Manager
9 Months- Led a team of Customer Excellence Representatives in supporting core HR functions
- Developed and managed training programs & employee recognition programs
- Remained current on relevant HR laws and exercised actions within limitations (FMLA, FLSA, ADA, LOAs, Worker’s Comp, EEO, OSHA, etc.)
- Using KPIs, managed employee relations, resolving conflicts, improving staff behavior, all while maintaining confidentiality and upholding policies
- Assisted in policy formation and implementation
- Coached and consulted management team to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives
- Conducted internal investigations, processed terminations, exit interviews and managed disciplinary action documentation for employees
- Managed full cycle recruiting process; using data to implement strategies for cutting hiring times and attracting top-tier candidates
- Led onboarding, led interviews, and negotiated offers
- Oversaw bi-weekly payroll and benefits administration for employees in various departments
Business Office Manager / HR
3 Years 7 Months- Developed and managed training programs to enhance workforce skills and development; evaluated performance metrics using data insights
- Supported managers and supervisors in HR-related matters, including coaching on best practices for handling employee concerns
- Processed bi-weekly payroll, benefits administration, office inventory and customer billing; served as the point of contact
- Processed drug screens, background checks, I9s and E-Verify checks to maintain compliance
- Prepared new hire packets, offer letters; conducted interviews and negotiations
- Led new talent acquisition and recruitment processes for over 50 new full-time hires
- Conducted employee onboarding and helped organize over 1K hours of training and development initiatives
- Processed long term care plans and Medicaid/Medicare billing
High School English Teacher
2 Years 7 Months- Created individual training materials for students for specialized learning; adept in training management
- Managed learning management systems and reviewed metrics to identify improvement areas
- Prepared students for standardized tests by reviewing essential skills, administering practice exams, and providing feedback on performance
Human Resources Specialist
2 Years 4 Months- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes; sourced candidates, led interviews and negotiation of offers
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring accurate understanding of their needs and matching them with top talent
- Used data analytics to reduce time-to-hire for open positions by implementing targeted recruitment strategies
- Wrote job descriptions, and worked with media team to create ads for social media, increasing talent pool by 17%
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English, Minor in Children's Literature
Skills
HR related laws (FMLA
EEO
ADA
etc.)
Training Management/Staff Development
Employee Relations
Engagement & Retention
HRBP & Workforce Management
Benefits Administration/Payroll Processing
Onboarding
Sourcing
Offer Letters
Offer Letters and Onboarding
Compliance Management
Recruitment & Negotiations
Microsoft
Excel
PowerPoint
etc.
Payroll & Benefits Admin.
HR Systems
- ADP Workforce | Workday | UKG/Kronos | Dayforce | Paycom | iCIMS | Homebase | SAP | Paylocity| Qualtrics
- ATS: Indeed | LinkedIn | Paycom | BambooHR
LMS Systems
- PowerSchool | TalentLMS | Canvas | Blackboard | Coursera | Relias
HR Industry Experience
- Healthcare & Senior Living | Manufacturing & Logistics | Construction
Timeline
HR Manager
Windsor Run
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
HR Manager
Spring Arbor LLC
10.2024 - 07.2025Read More
Business Office Manager / HR
Brookdale Senior Living
03.2021 - 10.2024Read More
High School English Teacher
Sugar Creek Charter School
08.2018 - 03.2021Read More
Human Resources Specialist
CCS Construction Staffing
04.2016 - 08.2018Read More
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bachelor of Arts from English, Minor in Children's Literature
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