Human Resources Director

At Autism 360, we deliver center-based ABA services designed to support children with autism and the families who love them. Our work is fun, engaging, and clinically intentional, focused on measurable progress, ethical care, and sustainability for the professionals doing the work.

As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a Human Resources Director to serve as a strategic leader and culture champion across our organization. This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who is passionate about people, systems, and building environments where teams can thrive.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Charlotte, NC.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be part of a mission-driven, growing pediatric therapy organization making a real impact in the local community.

• Play a key leadership role in shaping employee experience, engagement, and culture across clinics and departments.

• Partner closely with executive and operational leaders to align people strategy with organizational growth.

• Join a workplace that values innovation, accountability, collaboration, and compassion.

• Lead with purpose in an environment where quality care and employee well-being go hand in hand.

• If you care deeply about people, compliance, and doing things the right way, this is a role where your leadership will truly matter.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range of $60,000 to $80,000

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k)

• Company-assigned laptop and Zoom phone number

• PTO and paid holidays

• Company swag

About the Role

The Human Resources Director is a core member of Autism 360’s leadership team. This role oversees all aspects of the HR function, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and a strong, people-centered culture. You will provide strategic direction, hands-on leadership, and ongoing support to teams across the organization while building scalable systems that support growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Support organizational growth, change initiatives, and long-term workforce planning.

• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts.

• Collaborate with recruiting and operations teams to support staffing needs across clinics.

• Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance concerns.

• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.

• Identify training needs and support professional development initiatives.

• Guide leadership and staff through performance management and growth conversations.

• Oversee compensation structures and benefits programs to ensure market competitiveness.

• Support retention strategies through thoughtful rewards and recognition.

• Track and analyze key HR metrics to inform data-driven decisions.

• Continuously improve HR processes, systems, and workflows.

• Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

Requirements

• Three to five years of progressive experience in Human Resources

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field

• Strong working knowledge of HR compliance and employment regulations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Ability to work on-site Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a criminal background check

Preferred

• Knowledge of or experience with HIPAA regulations

• Experience working in ABA, healthcare, pediatrics, or special needs environments