Lydia Antwi-Meridius
Summary
Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Northern Virginia Health Center Commission
2023.02 - Current
- Responsible for ensuring the overall organization's human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations, recruitment, training and development, benefits and compensations, labor law and regulations, and employee wellness
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 300 employee company.
- Championed employee wellness initiatives resulting in improved job satisfaction and reduced absenteeism.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required.
- Analyzes benefit plan usage, costs, and trends to make data driven decisions and recommendations for plan improvement and cost containment.
- Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
- Ensures legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resources federal and state requirements and conducting investigations.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Handles workplace investigations, disciplinary, and termination procedures.
- Oversees and manages a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
- Lead the monthly leadership training for the organization such as sessions on diversity and harassment.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
Human Resources/Director of Business Services
Artis SLM Management
2022.05 - 2023.02
- Reviewed and analyzed data and recommended solutions to improve success and overall employee engagement and retention
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Fostered employee advocacy, planned and organized employee recognition programs such as star of the week, positive care partner of the month.
- Utilized automated systems such as Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG) PRO for recruiting, onboarding, processing and E-Verify new hires, and finalize bi-weekly payroll
- Facilitated monthly leadership trainings and generated analysis reports for board meetings.
- Monitored and ensured employee personnel files confidentiality.
- Interfaced with CFO, and Executive Director and provided information on recruitment, variance reports, cost analysis reports to control accelerating costs.
- Processed residents monthly billing, and Long-Term Care Insurance claims
- Processed account receivable, account payables, private and third-party agencies pertaining to census.
- Reduced turnover rates through effective talent acquisition and retention strategies.
- Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR programs and initiatives.
Logistics Technician/Travel Coordinator
U.S Department of State, Embassy of the United States of America
2021.07 - 2021.10
- Determined program requirements and made recommendations by utilizing analytical methods and techniques to evaluate regions security threats in accordance with the mission travel policy.
- Performed confidential, sensitive, and analytical administrative work and advised Senior Security Officer on potential issues related to travel security threats, and availability of resources.
- Prepared and presented reports and recommendations by researching and collating open-source information capturing security incidents in the Abuja Region which was utilized by the Embassy Executive leadership.
- Assisted and advised program managers on issues with procurement, budgets, planning, implementation of new systems and schedules as well as tracking metrics.
- Developed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Travel Coordinator role serving as a training material for agencies/sections.
- Collaborated with internal and external partners on administrative tasks to ensure efficient mission travel execution.
- Utilized multiple office automation software, coordinated meetings, managed supervisor's calendar, led dedicated events, prepared and reviewed correspondence, including proofing, and editing of documents.
- Optimized logistics operations by implementing efficient inventory management and tracking systems.
- Increased overall warehouse efficiency with effective space utilization and proper organization of materials.
Executive Director
Foxtrail Memory Care Living
2018.12 - 2019.08
- Managed the day-to-day operations and fiscal management of the community.
- Improved customer service as evidenced by decreased family and residents' complaints.
- Maintained employee retention over 95% and implemented employee weekly token.
- Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
- Prepared and delivered community staff reports, including findings and recommendation support for the organizational recruitment plan to control accelerated.
- Developed emergency preparedness protocols to ensure patients safety during emergency evacuations.
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
Memory Care Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
2013.05 - 2018.11
- I started working at, in 2013 in Fairfax, VA as a Care Manager, in 2017 I was promoted to Memory Care Coordinator role in Florham Park, NJ where I managed the overall operations of the memory care department
- Supervised nursing assistant and medication aide technicians including staffing, coaching and staff development.
- Planned, organized, developed, and led the overall operations of the memory care department in accordance with company standards, and State and Federal guidelines.
- Provided last tier review of the Kronos, ADP timekeeping and processed personnel and payroll actions.
- Reviewed, evaluated, and monitored employee's annual performance appraisal and provided counsel and recommended in areas that needed improvement
- Facilitated the Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and daily assignment sheet development to ensure excellence in service delivery, safety, and patient engagement in life skills programming
- Screened, interviewed, coached, and trained new employees on company policies and emergency action plans.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with residents'' families, ensuring proper communication regarding progress and any concerns.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing personalized memory support plans for each resident.
Recreation & Activity Director
HCR-Manor Care
2014.12 - 2017.03
- Created, reviewed monthly programs calendar, and provided the community administrator with modifications and new recommendations
- Effectively utilized my creativity to plan and implement diverse recreation programs focused on stimulating patients mental functioning
- Monitored and maintained cost effective programming within the recreation department budget and used metrics and financial data to make recommendations for any modifications to programs
- Developed, distributed monthly program, and maintained contact with external vendors
- Developed and completed patients care plans, patients transition booklet and attended relevant conference to advance my knowledge on innovative technologies
- Enhanced resident engagement by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
Human Resources Assistant
Bennet Home Care Agency
2013.11 - 2014.04
- Assisted the human resources manager with the overall operations of the business office
- Performed data entry for variety of administrative functions, such as reviewing incoming faxes, mails, client registry, and reviewed documents
- Managed client referrals, job postings, scheduling, clients and personnel records and external business developments
- Assisted with onboarding/offboarding procedures, benefits administration, compliance reports, and job fair events
- Updated company database with data of new client and employee information
- Maintained office files and records and coordinated the review process for both staff and clients.
Education
Master of Science degree - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona08.2016
Bachelor of Science degree - Business Administration
Sanford-Brown College
McLean, VA05.2014
Skills
- Benefits Administration
- Risk Management
- Succession Planning
- New Employee Orientation
- Payroll Administration
- Employee Onboarding
- Legal Compliance
- Employee Relations
- Compensation and Benefits
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Human Resources Operations
- HRIS Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Employee Engagement
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with department managers in the development of focus group and engagement programs, resulting in 10% increase in employee satisfaction and engagement.
- Achieved 90% productivity rate by introducing UKG workforce recruitment and onboarding new hire for tasks.
Certification
- aPHR - Human Resources Certification Institute
- Certified Project Management Essential - Management and Strategy Institute
- Certified Business office Manager - Management and Strategy Institute
- Project Management - Google
- Certified Assisted Living Administrator - New Jersey Department of Health
- Notary Public - Commonwealth of VA
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Northern Virginia Health Center Commission
2023.02 - Current
Human Resources/Director of Business Services
Artis SLM Management
2022.05 - 2023.02
Logistics Technician/Travel Coordinator
U.S Department of State, Embassy of the United States of America
2021.07 - 2021.10
Executive Director
Foxtrail Memory Care Living
2018.12 - 2019.08
Recreation & Activity Director
HCR-Manor Care
2014.12 - 2017.03
Human Resources Assistant
Bennet Home Care Agency
2013.11 - 2014.04
Memory Care Coordinator
Sunrise Senior Living
2013.05 - 2018.11
Master of Science degree - Health Care Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science degree - Business Administration
Sanford-Brown College
- aPHR - Human Resources Certification Institute
- Certified Project Management Essential - Management and Strategy Institute
- Certified Business office Manager - Management and Strategy Institute
- Project Management - Google
- Certified Assisted Living Administrator - New Jersey Department of Health
- Notary Public - Commonwealth of VA
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