Sahar Kashif
Matawan
Summary
HR Business Partner with a Master's in Human Resource Management from Rutgers University and a Bachelor's in Psychology. Transitioned from an HRBP intern to a full-time role at Ainsworth Inc., where I successfully aligned HR strategies with business goals, managed performance reviews, and implemented improvement plans. Experienced in employee relations, compliance, and streamlining HR processes using UKG. Dedicated to fostering positive workplace cultures, driving employee engagement, and supporting organizational success through leadership development and strategic HR initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resource Business Partner
Ainsworth Inc.
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitate weekly HR touch-base meetings with cross-state team members and collaborate with VPs to streamline processes and procedures across departments and office locations, ensuring effective communication and organizational alignment.
- Achieve a 100% completion rate for performance reviews across the national region by efficiently tracking and managing the process, while designing and implementing Performance Improvement Plans to address underperformance and boost employee engagement.
- Manage employee relations, including disciplinary action plans, and create a clean, organized offboarding process for resignations and terminations, ensuring compliance and professionalism.
- Contribute to the transition of two companies under Ainsworth by transferring and validating employee data across HRIS platforms, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless integration process.
- Develop and present an onboarding guide for U.S. Leaders and VPs, redesign new hire orientation sessions to enhance the onboarding experience, and author a comprehensive employee handbook to standardize policies and procedures.
- Utilize UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) software to manage employee data, streamline HR processes, and digitize employee records across multiple state offices, increasing efficiency and data accessibility.
Staffing Coordinator Assistant
Care One at King James
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Assisted patients and families with appointments and answered inquiries while complying with HIPAA and updated COVID-19 guidelines
- Assisted in orientation for new hires across all company departments, ensuring a smooth integration into the team
- Coordinated shift scheduling for medical staff, optimizing staff allocation to meet patient needs
- Handled communication from medical professionals, facilitating efficient information flow and conflict resolution
- Gained hands-on experience in payroll processing and benefits administration by shadowing senior staff
Human Resources Assistant
Resilience Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with the executive team to foster a high-performing work environment through proactive engagement and support
- Conducted initial screenings of active applicants to identify candidates that met departmental needs and organizational goals
- Coordinated interview schedules, conducted interviews, and facilitated the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition
- Led team meetings to align on company goals and ensure consistent representation of organizational values
- Developed strategic initiatives to support and advance the organization’s mission and objectives
HR Intern
Springhill’s Post-Acute Care
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained and updated census data, scheduled visitations, and ensured adherence to professional guidelines
- Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and medical personnel, maintaining clear and professional communication while complying to HIPAA
- Prepared comprehensive employee files, including job descriptions, applications, background checks, and certifications, ensuring all documentation was complete and up-to-date
- Conducted interviews to assess candidate qualifications and fit for the organization
- Assisted in investigating Worker’s Compensation claims, gaining insight into the claims process and resolution strategies
Education
Masters - Human Resource Management
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Human Resource Management
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ05.2023
Skills
- HRIS
- UKG
- Recommending Policy Improvements
- Workday
- Internal Communications
- Optimizing Performance
- ICIMs
- Employee Engagement
- Striven
- Excel Force
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional Working
ASL
Professional Working
Timeline
Human Resource Business Partner
Ainsworth Inc.
01.2024 - Current
Human Resources Assistant
Resilience Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2023
Staffing Coordinator Assistant
Care One at King James
12.2021 - 09.2023
HR Intern
Springhill’s Post-Acute Care
04.2021 - 12.2021
Masters - Human Resource Management
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Minor in Human Resource Management
Rutgers University
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