Ellisha Berchini
Phoenix
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven HR leader with extensive experience in HR generalist functions, change management, compensation and benefits, and employee relations. Skilled in driving strategic HR initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Generalist - Interim V.P. of Human Resources
ArmorWorks Enterprises
11.2024 - Current
- Managed full-cycle recruitment for 75+ employees annually, optimizing sourcing, screening, and onboarding procedures
- Administered benefits programs for 500 employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave management.
- Conducted thorough investigations into employee complaints and policy violations, ensuring fair and compliant resolutions.
- Designed and delivered training on diversity, inclusion, sexual harassment prevention, and performance management.
- Enhanced HR processes, resulting in 90% increase in efficiency through audits and streamlined workflows.
- Managed annual performance reviews and set up goal-setting meetings to align employee performance with organizational objectives.
- Delivered cost-saving initiative by negotiating benefit packages, achieving 80% savings.
- Spearheaded the implementation of an applicant tracking system that reduced time-to-fill positions by 80%.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decision making.
Human Resources Director
Tempe Post Acute / Desert Marigold Senior Living
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained 100% compliance with HR policies, and achieved 95% CCA rating in Assisted Living.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved service delivery.
- Improved Worker's Comp timeframe and brought both facilities down from Tier 3 to Tier 1 in first 90 days and kept at Tier 1 throughout time with company.
- Led recruitment efforts, including job postings, interview coordination, and onboarding.
- Guided managers in employee relations, workforce planning, and performance management.
- Managed licensing verification, background checks, and regulatory compliance for all employees.
- Advised management on compensation strategies and staff development.
Admissions Coordinator
Community Bridges Inc CPEC
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Managed the petition process for Court Ordered Mental Health Evaluations, coordinating with law enforcement.
- Oversaw transfers of recipients to Level 1 facilities, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
- Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
- Completed preliminary paperwork for incoming and outgoing patients.
- Assisted in developing new admissions policies that aligned with institutional values and priorities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure seamless coordination of all aspects of patient care from admission to discharge.
- Maintained accurate records in electronic health system while safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Assisted case managers in coordinating post-discharge services such as home health care or rehabilitation facilities arrangements when needed.
- Improved accuracy in documentation by diligently reviewing and verifying patient insurance information, demographics, and medical history.
Total Rewards Compensation Analyst
TSMC - Contract
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Supported merit and bonus administration, systems testing, and compensation analysis.
- Prepared data for annual compensation surveys, ensuring accurate submissions.
- Assisted in benefit transactions and prepared monthly accruals for the finance department and HRBP.
- Collaborated with recruiters to help develop compensation packages and maintain fair employee pay levels.
- Maintained strong working knowledge of Department of Labor's Fair Labor Standards Act and other regulations.
- Delivered targeted advise on issues such as applicable employment regulations, compensation strategies, and internal systems to help companies update antiquated or ineffective approaches.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction with competitive compensation packages, utilizing data-driven decision-making processes.
- Assisted in integrating acquired companies'' compensation systems into existing frameworks during mergers and acquisitions scenarios.
Payroll / HR Administrator
Desert Tree Farms
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Processed compensation reviews, ensuring alignment with US Government standards for H2A/H2B visa employees.
- Conducted payroll administration with a focus on compliance and accurate compensation adjustments.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies.
- Managed payroll and timekeeping to track hours and accurately pay employees.
- Maintained accurate employee records through diligent documentation of personal information, job history, performance evaluations, and other relevant data.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Oversaw hiring, staffing, and labor law compliance.
Revenue Audit Clerk
Gila River Gaming Enterprise
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Streamlined audit processes for enhanced efficiency, implementing automated tools and software solutions.
- Assisted in the development of new policies and procedures, contributing to a more effective audit process.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the department, leading to reduced manual labor hours spent on repetitive tasks.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by consistently verifying transaction details and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles.
- Performed technical and detailed audits of financial records to ensure compliance with internal controls.
- Developed Excel models to track daily financial data, contributing to accurate reporting.
HR Manager
Sourcely, LLC
05.2017 - 10.2019
- Original founders sold to a new company. They kept the name but not employees.
- Ensured completed of employee relations, credentials, and background screenings.
- Managed recruitment, training, and onboarding of new candidates.
- Led account management, product pricing, and customer service resolution.
- Created and implemented departments SOPs and policies.
- Assisted in training sales, operations, and other departments within the company.
Various
Various
11.2015 - 05.2017
- QA Processor : Processed medical charts for insurance companies, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Tech Support : Provided technical support to customers, troubleshooting internet issues, managing high call volumes, and issuing tickets for field technicians.
- Teller/Cashier : Processed customer deposits brought to Cash Vault Services, ensuring secure handling of currency and maintaining inventory counts. Separated, counted, and packaged currency, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Phoenix College
Phoenix, Arizona12-2025
No Degree - (CCL) Certificate of Completion: Admin of Justice
Phoenix College
Phoenix, Arizona05-2023
Skills
- HRIS, PeopleSoft, Workday
- Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Development
- HR Metrics and Reporting
- Recruitment and Onboarding
- Performance Management and Change Management
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Certification
- Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card - Expiration: 06/2026
- Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) - Expiration: 09/2027
- Notary Public - Expiration: 02/2026
- BLS CPR - Expiration: 06/2025
- First Aid - Expiration: 06/2025
- Arizona Caregiver AZGC22614 Issued: 09/2024
Timeline
HR Generalist - Interim V.P. of Human Resources
ArmorWorks Enterprises
11.2024 - Current
Human Resources Director
Tempe Post Acute / Desert Marigold Senior Living
01.2024 - 12.2024
Admissions Coordinator
Community Bridges Inc CPEC
06.2023 - 01.2024
Total Rewards Compensation Analyst
TSMC - Contract
02.2023 - 05.2023
Payroll / HR Administrator
Desert Tree Farms
12.2021 - 01.2023
Revenue Audit Clerk
Gila River Gaming Enterprise
11.2019 - 10.2021
HR Manager
Sourcely, LLC
05.2017 - 10.2019
Various
Various
11.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Public Safety Administration
Phoenix College
No Degree - (CCL) Certificate of Completion: Admin of Justice
Phoenix College
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