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DEANNA CARICATO

East Stroudsburg,USA

Summary

Experienced human resources professional with a diverse background in various HR disciplines. Adept at improving employee relations and optimizing HR processes to drive organizational success. Skilled in managing recruitment, onboarding, and employee development programs to foster a positive and productive work environment. Currently pursuing SHRM-CP certification, expected to be completed by 2025.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

BrightStar Care of Stroudsburg and Allentown
04.2024 - Current
  • Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on talent management, payroll, FMLA and benefits.
  • Served as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns or questions to promote open communication and maintain trust.
  • Facilitated criminal background check process for new hires.
  • Ensured legal compliance by staying current with federal and state regulations, reducing potential risks to the company.
  • Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
  • Understood, interpreted and mediated human resources inquiries to support administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs.
  • Conducted career fairs, screened resumes and interviewed applicants to build candidate pipelines and enhance company culture.
  • Managed talent acquisition process, resulting in improved candidate quality and faster time-to-fill ratios.
  • Reduced employee turnover by creating a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.

Human Resources Administrator

Easterseals Eastern PA
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Facilitated new hire paperwork and enrollment into benefits programs
  • Collected employee time records to process weekly payroll or distribute checks
  • Prepared and monitored budget and expenses to verify spending compliance
  • Collaborated with department supervisors to develop hiring policies and procedures
  • Interpreted and explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, and regulations
  • Maintained and updated human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks, and directories and performance evaluation forms
  • Prepared and maintained employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, and promotions, used human resources management system software
  • Conducted reference or background checks on job applicants
  • Administered employee benefit plans
  • Analyzed employment-related data and prepared required reports
  • Addressed employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns
  • Reviewed time sheets, work charts, and wage computations to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies with employees and other departments
  • Executed post-processing audits to validate payroll accuracy and promptly make adjustments
  • Generated payroll reports for management on a regular basis
  • Verified attendance, hours worked and pay adjustments to post information in designated records
  • Processed and issued employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions
  • Trained employees on organizations' timekeeping systems
  • Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details

HR Recruiter

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
12.2022 - 01.2023
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes
  • Verified applicant references and employment details
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicant's relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations
  • Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process

HR Recruiter, Employment Specialist/Training Coordinator

Country Meadows Retirement
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Company Overview: Home Health Care & Nursing Services
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network
  • Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates
  • Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs
  • Verified applicant references and employment details
  • Facilitated new employee orientations to foster positive team attitude
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems
  • Home Health Care & Nursing Services

Human Resources Assistant

XPO Logistics
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Explained HR policies and procedures and answered employee questions
  • Versed in the coordination, planning, and implementation of various styles of recruitment events and job fairs
  • Coordinated mass hiring of Peak Season Contingent Workers resulting in 1,200 new hires within two-month time frame
  • Oversaw safety program management, compliance, and worker's compensation procedures
  • Communicated with Dept
  • Of Labor to provide accurate and detailed responses to Unemployment claims within deadline
  • Coordinated and facilitated employee onboarding, including orientation and training schedules for multiple sites as well as Peak Season mass hire events
  • Addressed all hourly staffing and recruiting needs, including job postings, interviews, and temp agency collaboration
  • Administered pre-employment background checks and facilitated drug screenings
  • Oversaw Data collection and analysis for Peak bonus payout Included excel databases featuring hours and production requirements
  • Documented and monitored payroll, scheduling, and labor hours in Kronos
  • Monitored employee relations and supported harmonious work culture through effective conflict resolution
  • Identified training requirements for existing employees and organized various training sessions, workshops, and other activities
  • Introduced new hires and conducted induction training sessions explaining HR policies, procedures, laws, rules, regulations, and standards
  • Assessed workforce requirements across each project and conducted recruitment drives and selection processes
  • Advised managers on employment matters such as sexual harassment and equal employment opportunity laws to keep to ensure workplace compliance
  • Stayed up to date on industry changes to keep the organization responsive to new legal standards
  • Ensured proper communication across hierarchy and with employees for timely re-dressal of employees' grievances, complaints, and harassment allegations, promoting harmonious work environment
  • Collaborated with both manager and employees to handle questions and resolve work-related issues
  • Organized employee engagement surveys analyzed results data and formulated plans to increase satisfaction
  • Executed multiple philanthropic events to foster positive community relations
  • Oversaw sites first Employee Engagement Program providing opportunities for collaborative ideas across all job descriptions
  • Managed successful training programs for both new hires and established employees
  • Contributed to implementing various initiatives across organization to generate maximum value addition towards performance improvement, employee retention, and employee welfare
  • Maintained and updated complete records for all personnel, including records management, attendance, absenteeism, performance, pay-slips, and timesheets
  • Effectively corresponded and guided hourly employees of diverse backgrounds

Human Resources Generalist

Alan Ritchey Inc.
01.2018 - 05.2021
  • Supported efforts of department managers in managing staffing budget for direct and indirect labor
  • Managed employee lifecycle processes by handling onboarding, employee performance, and discipline tasks
  • Designed and implemented human resources policies and procedures
  • Established and maintained contact with external recruitment sources
  • Maintained in-depth knowledge of labor laws and regulations
  • Communicated performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position
  • Conducted investigations for employee complaints and concerns to determine resolutions
  • Participated in weekly staff meetings and met with management to review progress and status of various issues
  • Coordinated and led large-scale recruitment initiatives
  • Assessed staffing options and alternatives to support achievement of business goals during peak and seasonal periods
  • Supervised and coordinated work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations

Human Resources Assistant

Alan Ritchey Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2021
  • Attracted applicants by placing job advertisements and contacting recruiters
  • Partnered with hiring leaders to organize and schedule employee onboarding and orientation
  • Coordinated with outside staffing agencies to secure temporary employees based on departmental needs
  • Processed job applications and scheduled interviews, drug screenings and background record checks
  • Collected employee time records to process weekly payroll or distribute checks
  • Collaborated with department supervisors to develop hiring policies and procedures
  • Facilitated new hire paperwork and enrollment into benefits programs

Administrative Assistant

XPO Logistics
07.2017 - 10.2018
  • Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements
  • Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve
  • Maintained records of consumer employment activity such as potential and current employers
  • Conducted assessments, interviews and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support
  • Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities
  • Conducted outreach activities to identify, screen and enroll participants into the program
  • Completed human resource operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees., Supported front office staff by providing word processing of correspondence and reports
  • Scheduled meetings and assisted in making travel arrangements
  • Filed and retrieved documents, introducing more efficient filing system adopted by company
  • Gained valuable skills by learning how to create spreadsheets and use pivot tables
  • Prioritized and managed multiple tasks and competing priorities in servicing requests from senior managers
  • Worked on special projects, taking lead on important project initiatives
  • Partnered with Senior management to create a work environment embodying the 75 principle with a focus Quality and Environmental
  • Successfully facilitating securing the ISO9001 site certification guided by the Quality Manager
  • Assisted company in preparing proposals for new business, including editing and collating
  • Greeted visitors and escorted them to their destinations
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and calendar maintenance for 20-member team
  • Troubleshot problems with office equipment and software to help staff stay productive and on-task
  • Organized conferences and special events, including setting up the catering and preparing all supporting materials
  • Utilized Microsoft Office to compose, prepare, and edit correspondence and department documents
  • Documented payments and expenses to keep financial records current
  • Supported Senior Management Team by handling day-to-day needs and special projects with good multitasking and research skills

Education

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School
Princeton, NJ

Skills

  • Project Management
  • File and Records Management
  • Staff Development
  • Employee Programs
  • Performance Management
  • Benefits Administration
  • HR Policies Implementation
  • Employee Onboarding
  • HRIS Systems
  • Payroll Expertise

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

BrightStar Care of Stroudsburg and Allentown
04.2024 - Current

Human Resources Administrator

Easterseals Eastern PA
03.2023 - 04.2024

HR Recruiter

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services
12.2022 - 01.2023

HR Recruiter, Employment Specialist/Training Coordinator

Country Meadows Retirement
05.2022 - 12.2022

Human Resources Assistant

XPO Logistics
10.2018 - 05.2021

Human Resources Generalist

Alan Ritchey Inc.
01.2018 - 05.2021

Human Resources Assistant

Alan Ritchey Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2021

Administrative Assistant

XPO Logistics
07.2017 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Princeton High School

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