Human Resource Intern - part-time - 1st shift - Mon-Fri at Community Mental Health Affiliates

New Britain, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruitment, Onboarding, Retention Strategies, HR Administration, Resume Review, I-9 Audits, Record Maintenance, Compliance, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, MS Office Suite, Excel

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Why CMHA? Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. (CMHA) is a private non-profit treatment provider headquartered in New Britain, with seven locations throughout the city and in Waterbury. We partner with clients and the community to promote recovery from mental illness and substance use, treating more than 7,500 adults and children each year. CMHA is Connecticut’s first fully Joint Commission accredited Behavioral Health Home and is a SAMHSA Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). Visit cmhacc.org to learn more. Internal mobility and career pathing is a focus at CMHA with many employees growing from individual contributors to leaders. CMHA is looking to hire a part-time, 20 hours per week, Human Resource Intern. This position will be located at 233 Main Street, New Britain, CT 06051. Flexible days and hours. Compensation: * Undergraduate: $18.00 * Graduate: $19.00 Position Summary: As a Human Resources Intern, you will gain knowledge of the day-to-day operations within the HR Department. You will learn about and support functions of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding and retention strategies. Assist the HR team with the administration of HR programs, procedures, plans and guidelines to help align the workforce to ensure alignment and effective delivery of HR support/services to the business Essential Responsibilities and Target Outcomes: * Review résumés for entry‑level roles and flag qualified candidates. * Prepare onboarding packets and assist with new‑hire orientation logistics. * Assist with I‑9 audits and reverification tracking. * Assist with maintenance of employee records and ensure compliance with company policies. * Other responsibilities may include general HR support tasks such as organizing documents, assisting with administrative projects, and helping the team with day‑to‑day departmental needs. Requirements: * Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelors, Masters, or PHD degree in Human Resources or Human Resources Leadership. * High School Diploma or GED. * Excellent written/verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, facilitation, time management, critical thinking, decision-making, and analytical skills. * Technical aptitude and ability to navigate MS Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. * Valid CT Driver’s License. We care about our employees by offering benefits that strike a harmonious work-life balance. We also care about your future. CMHA offers: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance packages. * 403(b)-retirement savings plan with CMHA matching starting after 1 year of service. * 11 observed holidays. * 3 Wellbeing days off on a Friday throughout the year to extend a long weekend. * 2 CHMA/Personal days to use throughout the calendar year. * Up to 24 days of PTO that increases with years of service. * Paid agency closure between Christmas and New Year’s (except 24/7 programs) *must be approved annually. * Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. * A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers counseling, coaching, and wellness resources for staff as well as members of their household. * Higher education tuition discounts at participating schools through the Alliance’s academic partnerships. * Free ongoing professional development opportunities and continuous access to Continuing Education Units (CEUs), featuring comprehensive training in Evidence-Based Practices, such as EMDR, DBT, and CBT. * Employee discounts for shopping, the New Britain YMCA, travel, and entertainment. * Free employee subscriptions to the calm app. * Annual Company Picnic. * CMHA-sponsored Loan Reimbursement Program and Scholarship Program. * Free Student Loan Wellness for eligible employees and their family members access to: * Student loan consolidation and refinancing. * Loan payoff projection dashboard. * Coaching and support via chat, email, and phone. * College cost calculator. * College financial planning. * 3 NHSC-approved sites for federal student loan repayment. * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Enhancement for eligible employees access to: * Automated Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) form management for past and present employers. * Automated reminders for annual (PSLF) recertifications to help you stay on track. * Resources and ongoing communications that make PSLF understandable. * The opportunity to receive the national average of $72,000.00 in forgiveness. Community Mental Health Affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer except in the case of a bon fide occupation qualification or as otherwise permitted or required by law, does not discriminate of the basis of race, color, age, disability, sec, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical condition including by not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familiar status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. Any individual needing assistance completing an online application should contact CMHA's Human Resources Department at Careers@cmhacc.org [Careers@cmhacc.org].

Responsibilities

The intern will gain knowledge of daily HR operations, supporting functions across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies. Essential tasks involve reviewing resumes, preparing onboarding materials, assisting with I-9 audits, and maintaining employee records to ensure compliance.