Emma Jens

Collaborates with Talent Acquisition Partners, as well as Hiring Managers while moving New Hires throughout the MercyOne onboarding process.

• Facilitates Background Checks and Iowa Criminal Checks for New Hires
• Completes Form 2310 for New Hires as necessary
• Completes Primary Source Verifications of licenses and certifications, and communicates with New Hire to ensure these documents are gathered in a timely manner
• Ensures New Hires Employee Health Clearance forms are completed to standard
• Collaborates with Talent Acquisition Partners and Hiring Managers regarding any hold ups in the Onboarding process
• Sends New Hire Clearance Email, including First Day and Orientation Information prior to New Hire's start date

• Collaborated with hiring managers regarding interview process for candidates. Reviewed applications, prepared recruitment packet and ensured participants in interviews were prepared
• Assisted with the Interview Process as necessary, and conducted Exit Interviews of Employees
• Utilized Workday to move New Hires through the Hiring Process. Ensured all Employees were accurately entered into Workday
• Administered onboarding process for new employees. Ensured hiring manager, Facilities and Information Technology Offices were prepared for new employee’s first day/week
• Completed first day New Hire Orientation with each New Employee
• Served as the resource expert for the Human Resources Information Systems. Audited data to ensure accuracy of information
• Distributed and collected Mercy College performance evaluations, as well as Faculty Contracts annually
• Provided administrative support for the Human Resources’ office including filing, ordering supplies and scheduling meetings
• Other duties as assigned

• Worked with Goodwill of Central Iowa Skills Training graduates to match them with a job that suits their talents, abilities, and desires.
• Assisted clients in building successful job search strategies.
• Assisted with resume building, job applications, and employer-employee communications
• Conducted mock interviews to help clients prepare for interviews with potential employers.
• Documented all engagement activities with program participants
• Completed all file holder responsibilities, including but not limited to attending team meetings, updating all paperwork, care, plans, releases of information, etc. for each participant assigned to caseload.

• Provided ongoing guidance and support to clients throughout job search and onboarding process.
• Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
• Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
• Collaborated with local employers to identify job opportunities for clients.
• Conducted mock interviews to help clients prepare for interviews with potential employers.

• Assisted with development and implementation of each clients goal plans with the objective of becoming integrated and involved community members
• Provided assistance and support to individuals with various intellectual disabilities and chronic mental illness.