About Stella Mental Health

Stella Mental Health is a fast-growing mental health company with 250+ employees across a large and expanding geographic footprint. We are on a mission to transform mental health care and make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. Our People & Culture team plays a critical role in supporting that mission by building a great place to work.

Role Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Part-Time HR Generalist to join our People & Culture team. This role is hands-on and varied. you’ll own recruiting coordination, payroll processing, and day-to-day HR generalist functions. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable working independently in a remote, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting

• Post and manage job openings across multiple job boards and platforms
• Screen applicants and conduct initial phone screens
• Schedule and coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers
• Maintain candidate tracking and disposition records in our ATS (Rippling)

Payroll

• Process payroll across multiple pay cadences and multiple EINs with a high degree of accuracy
• Audit timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies prior to each payroll run
• Support state tax registration and employer account setup when expanding into new states
• Assist with payroll compliance issues, including multi-state wage and hour requirements
• Identify and escalate payroll discrepancies or compliance risks proactively

HR Generalist

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including Rippling workflows and documentation
• Maintain and update HR documents, job descriptions, policies, and employee records
• Assist with employee relations inquiries and escalate as appropriate
• Coordinate employee training sessions, including scheduling and participation tracking
• Support ad-hoc People & Culture projects as needed

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an HR generalist or HR coordinator role
• Hands-on payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state environment
• Experience with full-cycle recruiting coordination
• Proficiency with HRIS systems; Rippling experience strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of HR compliance across multiple states
• Exceptional attention to detail; accuracy in payroll processing is critical to this role
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in a healthcare or mental health setting is a plus

Job Details

• Type: Part-Time, Hourly
• Hours: Approximately 20-25 hours per week (flexible schedule)
• Pay Rate: $30–$35/hr, depending on experience
• Location: Remote/Hybrid — Preferably reside in Illinois, Utah, or California

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• A mission-driven organization that makes a positive impact on people’s lives
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

At Stella, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential values that must be embedded in everything we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve and fostering an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. Stella Mental Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants of all backgrounds to apply.