Avamere Skilled Advisors

Manage and process semi-monthly payrolls, audit timekeeping records, handle employee changes, process garnishments, generate reports, and collaborate with HR and Accounting to ensure accurate payroll operations. | At least 1 year payroll processing experience, knowledge of payroll principles, strong detail orientation, excellent communication and organizational skills, proficiency in Excel and office software, and ability to maintain confidentiality. | Now Hiring! Full Time Payroll Processor Avamere 25115 SW Parkway, Suite B, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 Apply now at https://teamavamere.com/ Job Summary The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation by managing payroll processes, including calculating wages, processing payments, and maintaining records, while adhering to tax laws and regulations. Be knowledgeable of our Payroll/HR software and other technological tools to communicate clearly and accurately with employees and managers regarding our payroll processes and answer questions regarding paychecks, benefits/deductions, and taxes. Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities • Review and audit timekeeping records for compliance and established standards. • Process all new hires, employee maintenance requests, and terminations. • Process all manual/off cycle pay per company and state guidelines. • Process semi-monthly payrolls for all employees, ensuring accuracy in hours worked, deductions, and withholdings. • Review and audit semi-monthly payrolls. • Daily monitor the payroll department mail and email inboxes, researching all issues with follow-through to resolution. Escalate issues when appropriate. • Process wage garnishments and Child Support requests. • Generates and distributes monthly reporting such as Union, BLS, New Hire, and other required reporting. • Work with HR and Accounting to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and financial statements. • Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with customers, both internal and external. • Assist with documentation on payroll processes and maintain filing for the department. • Assists with other special projects as required. • Cross train with the entire Payroll department and document procedures. Qualifications • High School diploma or equivalent, additional schooling or training highly preferred. • Must have 1+ years of experience processing payroll, or in a similar accounting field. • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and payroll principles and procedures. • Highly detail orientated. • Excellent communication and verbal skills (both written and oral) in order to effectively solve problems with other employees, all levels of Avamere staff and third parties external to Avamere. • Excellent organizational and time management skills in order to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines. • Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate and solve problems with minimal assistance. • Understanding of modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment. • Proven capability for effective use of computer systems including spreadsheet, word processing and email software. • Strong Excel skills. • Must maintain a high standard of confidentiality and honesty. • Must work effectively as a team member, with management staff and must be able to work independently and/or unsupervised. • UltiPro & Dimensions timekeeping system preferred. Over 25 years Avamere has provided short term and long-term rehab to geriatric patients throughout Oregon and Washington. Over 4300 employees in Oregon and Washington have joined our team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. This is more than a job – it’s a place where our team members build lasting relationships with patients and residents, their families, and fellow team members. Post-Acute Care is an important part of the recovery after surgery and other medical conditions that require a bit more hands-on care before the patient returns home. Our teams specialize in post-acute care, focusing on skilled nursing services, rehabilitation, and therapy, as well as discharge planning and support services. Find your calling at Avamere where we support you in your career path. Benefits Overview: At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible. • 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, 100% match up to 3% of your annual income. • Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave. • EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits. • Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement • Generous employee referral bonus program • Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account) • Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company. • Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance and more. Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Lead labor relations strategy, negotiate and administer collective bargaining agreements, advise leadership on labor issues, handle grievances and arbitration, and ensure compliance with labor laws. | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years progressive labor relations experience in unionized regulated environment (healthcare preferred), 5+ years people management, strong negotiation and labor law knowledge. | Labor Relations Manager • Must have healthcare experience Avamere, 25115 SW Parkway, Suite B, Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 Apply now online at: https://teamavamere.com/ Job Summary The Labor Relations Manager is responsible for maintaining positive working relationships between Avamere leadership team, union and Avamere employees. This position is responsible for navigating the complexities of labor law, collective bargaining and union contracts to ensure fair and efficient operations. Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities • Lead and manage labor relations strategy across the organization, aligning with business objectives and regulatory requirements. • Assist in negotiating and advising on collective bargaining agreements across a two-state territory. • Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), ensuring consistent application across departments. • Advise senior leadership and Administrators on labor relations issues, including discipline, grievances, arbitration, and contract interpretation. • Responsible for contract administration, grievance handling, arbitration preparation, and labor-related investigations. • Develop and maintain positive relationships with union leadership to foster a collaborative and productive labor environment. • Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including NLRB, FMLA, FLSA, and other applicable regulations. • Conduct investigations and represent the company in labor disputes, arbitrations, and hearings. • Analyze labor trends, grievances, and arbitration decisions to identify risks and recommend proactive solutions. • Partner with HR, Legal, and Compliance teams to ensure alignment on labor-related policies and practices. • Provide training and guidance to managers and supervisors on labor relations best practices and contract compliance. • Direct personnel on required collective bargaining changes, support managers and employees with understanding the applicability of rules. • Recommend and implement plans and approaches to support overall business strategies. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in labor relations, Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. • A minimum of five years’ progressive labor relations experience within a unionized and regulated environment (healthcare industry experience strongly preferred). • A minimum of five years’ experience of direct people management. • Ability to interpret financial models to facilitate economic analysis throughout the collective bargaining process and for monitoring of results thereafter. • Deep knowledge of labor laws, collective bargaining processes, and union-management relations. • Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills. • Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills. • Ability to interpret complex contracts and legal documents. • Strategic thinker with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset. • Experience working with regulatory bodies and understanding of healthcare-specific labor challenges. • Leadership and teamwork skills to negotiate with and influence peers and management on policy and strategic issues. • Communication and interpersonal skills to include the ability to manage and motivate employees, use oral and written communication to create a vision, communicate strategy, and effectively interface with other company leaders. • Understand and utilize the company’s strategic plan, regulatory and healthcare environment, as well as the company’s policies, procedures and practices, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations to guide decision-making. Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.