Director of Human Resources (ABA Therapy)

We are a fast-growing, mission-driven healthcare organization providing specialized behavioral health services to children and families. Our work focuses on making a tangible difference in the lives of the clients we serve, combining evidence-based clinical approaches with a compassionate, patient-first philosophy. With a workforce of over 200 employees across multiple locations, the organization is committed to fostering a culture of professional growth, accountability, and collaboration. Leadership invests heavily in training, development, and creating an environment where employees feel supported, challenged, and inspired to deliver their best work.

Our team thrives on innovation, operational excellence, and ethical care. We value leaders who are both strategic and hands-on, who can navigate the complexities of healthcare operations while keeping employee engagement, retention, and recruitment at the forefront. This is a place where high-performing professionals can make a meaningful impact while being part of a close-knit, mission-driven organization dedicated to long-term growth and community impact.

We are seeking a seasoned, compassionate Human Resources Director to lead all HR operations for a multi-site behavioral healthcare organization. This fully onsite role in Beachwood, Ohio, requires a strategic and hands-on leader to manage a team of four HR professionals, with a major focus on recruiting and managing the recruiting function. The HR Director will oversee recruitment strategies, talent acquisition, and onboarding to ensure the organization attracts and retains top-tier healthcare talent while also handling all other aspects of HR, including employee relations, compliance, and performance management. This role demands a leader with a strong healthcare HR background, the ability to mentor and develop their team, and a balance of operational rigor with empathy and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of four HR professionals, including a dedicated recruiting team
• Develop and execute recruiting strategies to attract, hire, and retain top healthcare talent across multiple sites
• Oversee the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding
• Manage all employee relations for 200+ employees, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management
• Advise executive leadership on HR strategy, workforce planning, retention, and organizational development
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and healthcare-specific employment regulations
• Drive improvements in HR policies, procedures, and systems to optimize efficiency and employee experience
• Partner with leadership to foster a positive, supportive, and mission-driven culture
• Maintain a strong onsite presence and accessibility to employees and leaders alike

Qualifications

• Significant HR leadership experience within a healthcare setting (required — non-negotiable)
• Proven experience managing HR teams, including recruiters, and supporting organizations of 150+ employees
• Deep knowledge of employee relations, recruitment, compliance, and healthcare employment standards
• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate, hands-on leadership style
• Confident, steady presence capable of handling sensitive and high-stakes situations
• Ability to operate fully onsite in Beachwood, Ohio
• Strategic thinker who is also comfortable being hands-on day to day
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment

Compensation

• Salary range: $110,000 – $120,000
• Full-time, onsite role based in Beachwood, Ohio