Sonja R. Belle
Lake St. Louis,MO
Summary
Resourceful Human Resources Manager offers employee relations and business management expertise paired with first-rate communication and problem-solving abilities. Strategic and well-rounded professional seasoned in managing and overseeing various aspects of HR. Commended for building trusting relationships within organization to support business needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager
Kindred Hospital
St. Louis, MO
05.2022 - Current
- Supported the three hospitals in the MO Region as I partner with the hospital's leadership team to manage and document employee relations and corrective actions, ensuring consistent application of policies and promoting an open-door environment
- I oversee the employee evaluation process, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation
- I respond to information requests from various agencies and attend relevant hearings
- I coordinate leadership development and training opportunities, champion organizational initiatives, and ensure new hires understand benefits and HR policies
- I manage the employee experience through 'stay' and 'exit' interviews, collaborate with HR centers of excellence to resolve employee concerns, and ensure compliance with new programs and regulations
- I also manage leave of absence requests, reasonable accommodation processes, and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Additionally, I collaborate on compensation analysis, participate in key position hiring, and act as a liaison between Kindred Corporate and the hospital for HR issues
HR Business Office Manager
McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
St. Louis, MO
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted in developing and implementing human resources policies and procedures
- I manage the front office staff, including hiring, evaluating, counseling, and scheduling
- I handle unemployment and workers' compensation claims, assist in benefits administration, and maintain employee files for regulatory compliance
- I manage a tracking system for employee records, notarize documents, conduct new hire orientations, and process payroll for 150 employees
- Additionally, I collaborate with senior leadership to align staffing, recruiting, and retention strategies with organizational goals
Human Resource Director
St. Andrews, Brooking Park
Chesterfield, MO
11.2020 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with senior leadership to align staffing, recruiting, and retention strategies with organizational goals
- I process bi-weekly payroll for 200 employees in Kronos and manage FMLA documents
- I lead the development and implementation of HR policies, processes, training, and initiatives to support compliance and strategic needs
- I oversee HR programs, including compensation, benefits, leave, disciplinary matters, performance management, and training
- I identify staffing needs, develop hiring practices, and conduct trend analysis using HRIS data
- I ensure compliance with employment laws, stay updated on HR trends, and communicate changes to management
- I develop departmental budgets, facilitate leadership development, recruit and train staff, oversee daily operations, provide performance evaluations, and handle employee discipline and termination
Human Resource Generalist
Lutheran Senior Services, Mason Pointe
Chesterfield, MO
09.2016 - 11.2020
- Processed data in the HRIS system (Workday) to generate background checks, schedule drug screens, and review background screening results
- I negotiate salary offers and sign-on bonuses, manage FMLA documents, and respond to employee questions, providing guidance on HR policies
- I prepare new hire onboarding materials, deliver orientations, and maintain employee files
- I handle external HR requests, manage employee relations issues, and participate in developing department goals with the HR Director
- I conduct exit interviews, coordinate employee benefits, prepare unemployment compensation claims, and practice a management style that encourages staff input and collaboration
- Contracted May 2016 – September 2016
Human Resource Specialist
MoDOT – Missouri Department of Transportation
Chesterfield, MO
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Recruited, pre-screened applicants, including affirmative action recruiting, and assist supervisors with the interviewing and hiring process
- I provide information on policies and procedures, ensuring uniform compliance
- I conduct job analyses, recommend salary placements, and write job descriptions
- I collect and analyze data related to personnel policies and human resources programs, preparing responses to information requests
- I review data for equal employment opportunity and affirmative action compliance, preparing necessary reports
- I train and administer benefits, provide mock interviews and resume critiques, lead job fairs and application workshops, develop and lead Affinity Groups, and offer coaching and counseling to staff at all levels
Human Resource Coordinator
Barnes Jewish Hospital Healthcare
St. Louis, MO
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Researched, investigated, and reported on over 15 employee relations issues, including sexual harassment, timekeeping issues, EEOC claims, and unemployment claims
- I provide coaching and counseling to staff at all levels and have conducted over 25 full cycle recruiting efforts for 10 departments
- I implement innovative recruiting ideas, such as using social media and open houses, and conduct at least 30 on-site interviews weekly
- I manage onboarding and new hire orientation for over 15 new hires weekly and administer all new hire employee benefit paperwork
- I assist department managers with employee relations issues and process payroll and benefits administration for 450 employees using PeopleSoft HRIS system
- Contracted September 2011 – January 2012
Education
Master of Management -
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MOBachelor of Science -
Fontbonne University
St. Louis, MOSkills
- HR leadership
- Unemployment claims management
- Workforce improvements
- Training development
- Recruitment
- Labor law compliance
- Employment law
- Benefits and compensation management
- Onboarding and orientation
- Leadership development
- HRIS management
- Employee handbook development
- Regulatory compliance
- Employee morale management
- Employee engagement
- Compensation and benefits
- Grievance handling and redressal
- Compliance
- Employee relations
- HR policies and procedures
- Payroll administration
- Employee retention
Timeline
Human Resources Manager
Kindred Hospital
05.2022 - Current
HR Business Office Manager
McKnight Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
09.2021 - 04.2022
Human Resource Director
St. Andrews, Brooking Park
11.2020 - 09.2021
Human Resource Generalist
Lutheran Senior Services, Mason Pointe
09.2016 - 11.2020
Human Resource Specialist
MoDOT – Missouri Department of Transportation
04.2015 - 02.2016
Human Resource Coordinator
Barnes Jewish Hospital Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2015
Master of Management -
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Science -
Fontbonne University
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