Kyle Berk
Columbia,SC
Summary
Human Resource Director/ Executive Director with 12+ years of leadership experience. Expertise in driving organizational change, managing HR functions, and implementing strategies aligned with business goals. Skilled in conflict resolution, talent acquisition, and fostering positive company culture.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
The SSA Group
Columbia, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives
- Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and organizational culture
- Conflict Resolution: Handle and resolve staff conflicts promptly and effectively
- Mediate disputes and provide guidance to ensure a harmonious work environment
- Managerial Support: Oversee department managers, providing support, coaching, and resolution of any HR-related issues
- Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments
- Talent Management: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training processes
- Ensure the organization attracts, retains, and develops top talent
- Performance Management: Implement performance appraisal systems and provide guidance on setting performance standards and goals
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to employees
- Policy Development: Create, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with legal standards and best practices
- Employee Relations: Foster positive employee relations and promote a culture of open communication
- Address employee concerns and grievances with fairness and confidentiality
- Compensation and Benefits: Manage compensation structures and benefits programs
- Conduct salary reviews and ensure competitive and fair compensation practices
- HR Metrics and Reporting: Monitor and analyze HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives
- Prepare and present reports to senior management
- Budget Management: Oversee HR department budget, including staffing costs, training expenses, and other HR-related expenditures
- Compliance: Ensure the organization adheres to labor laws and regulations
- Stay updated on legal changes and ensure HR practices remain compliant
- Employee Development: Design and implement training and development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth
- Encourage continuous learning and professional development
- Workplace Culture: Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture
- Implement initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and well-being
- HR Technology: Utilize HR technology and systems to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency
- Ensure data accuracy and security in HR systems
- Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Coordinated recruitment activities to ensure the organization was staffed with qualified personnel.
- Oversaw payroll processing and conducted wage surveys to ensure competitive compensation packages.
- Developed training programs to improve staff development opportunities.
- Investigated incidents of workplace harassment or discrimination complaints.
Executive Director
ABA Centers of America
Peabody, MA
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Established strategic direction and set goals to accomplish organizational objectives
- Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing the designated budget
- Developed strategies and tactics to achieve the organization's mission
- Ensured compliance with healthcare laws and regulations in daily practices
- Developed and executed operational, financial, and clinical objectives to enhance efficiency, financial performance, clinical quality, and strategic growth of ABA services in the local market
- Collaborated with the recruitment team to interview, attract, and retain top clinical talent
- Oversaw the scheduling team to ensure the appropriate assignment of clients and service hours
- Fostered strong relationships with referral sources through continuous community outreach activities
Director of Operations
Gersh Autism
Greenfield , NH
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed effective scheduling processes to achieve production objectives
- Collaborated with the CFO and other department executives to align efforts and achieve organizational goals
- Provided leadership, insights, and mentoring to newly hired employees to familiarize them with various company programs
- Conducted ongoing training sessions to address staff needs
- Coordinated employee schedules based on shift changes and availability
- Assisted with onboarding new employees by conducting orientations and job-specific training
Director of Residence Life
Gersh Autism
Greenfield, NH
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Cultivated and maintained relationships to promote a positive work culture
- Directed special projects and daily operations
- Ensured team compliance with safety and health guidelines
- Mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations
- Coached and guided direct reports on daily operations and company policies and procedures
- Generated reports to review data and implement corrective actions for improvements
- Oversaw the performance of the Assistant Director of Residential Life and the Directors of Campus Supports
- Conducted reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with federal and local regulations
- Developed and presented new ideas, conceptualizing innovative approaches and solutions
- Analyzed problematic situations and occurrences to provide solutions and facilitate company growth and survival
- Evaluated program effectiveness to develop improved methods
- Scheduled and developed program activities based on program needs
- Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, healthcare providers, and governmental agencies
- Offered training and support to keep team members motivated and working toward objectives
- Fostered positive employee relationships through communication, training, and development coaching
- Maintained safe work and collaboration spaces for night employees
- Managed communication within the organization and with outside clients and partners, thoroughly documenting and reporting overnight activities to management
- Hired team members and trained them in a collaborative team environment
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching
- Complied with company policies, objectives, and communication goals
- Coordinated employee schedules based on shift changes and availability
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs
Program Coordinator
MAB Community Services
Marlborough, MA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Evaluated program effectiveness to develop and implement improved methods
- Scheduled and designed program activities to align with program needs
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date case records, tracking case activity status
- Built trusting relationships with social services, healthcare providers, and governmental agencies
- Provided training and support to keep team members motivated and focused on objectives
- Fostered positive employee relationships through effective communication, training, and development coaching
Assistant Director of Overnight Operations
Dr. Franklin Perkins School
- Ensured safe work and collaboration environments for night employees
- Managed internal and external communication channels, documenting and reporting overnight activities to management
- Conducted team member recruitment and training within a collaborative environment
- Monitored employee productivity, offering constructive feedback and coaching as needed
- Adhered to company policies, objectives, and communication standards
- Organized employee schedules based on shift changes and availability
- Offered continuous training to meet staff needs and enhance performance
Education
PHD - ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Columbia International University
Columbia, SC08-2024
MASTER OF EDUCATION - CURRICULUM AND TEACHING
Fitchburg State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Fitchburg State University
Skills
- Compliance and Regulations
- Program Monitoring
- Team Leadership
- Training and Development
- Organizational Development
- Financial Management
- Client Services
- Complex Problem Solving
- Budget Planning
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Stakeholder Management
- Relationship and Team Building
- Executive Leadership
- Recruitment Strategies
- New Employee Training
- Benefits Administration
- Benefits programs
- Training programs
- Payroll coordination
- Training development
- Compliance
- HR policy development
- Staff compensation
- Leadership Development
- Employee Relations
- Payroll Management
- Retention Strategies
- Recordkeeping
- Leadership coaching
- Human Resources Operations
- Talent Acquisition
- Workforce Planning
- Recruitment and hiring
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Exit Interviews
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/19/90
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
The SSA Group
01.2024 - Current
Director of Operations
Gersh Autism
11.2022 - 01.2023
Executive Director
ABA Centers of America
01.2022 - 01.2024
Director of Residence Life
Gersh Autism
01.2020 - 01.2022
Program Coordinator
MAB Community Services
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Director of Overnight Operations
Dr. Franklin Perkins School
PHD - ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Columbia International University
MASTER OF EDUCATION - CURRICULUM AND TEACHING
Fitchburg State University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Fitchburg State University
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