Jessica Stessman

Employee Relations Partner @Unitypoint Clinic

Des Moines, IA, US

Supports Medical Director and Clinic leadership with all provider related employee relations support. • Coach and develop leaders skills in effective performance management practices• Helps to maintain a positive employee relations climate by proactively providing guidance to leaders and responding to team member inquiries • Ensure timely and compliant handling of all assigned grievance, discipline and policy interpretation requests and provide advice and counsel to team members. • Works collaboratively with team members and departmental leadership in carrying out their responsibilities on employee relations matters • Participates in the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relations problems, such as working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee appeals and grievances • Responds effectively to employee relations queries, including questions on policies and practices. • Recognizes patterns and anticipates employee-related issues; develops, recommends, and initiates appropriate steps for resolution in accordance with policies and procedures • Provides guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to leaders and team members; helps team members and leaders settle work-related conflicts through advice and guidance • Partners with the Law Department in conducting employee relations investigations • Identifies and recommends solutions when repetition of individual problems indicate negative trends, including disciplinary and commendatory actions • Documents all employee relations matters as appropriate for the situation and in accordance with legal compliance and organizational policies and procedures • Participates in the development and delivery of training; Assists in communication of policies and procedures • Utilizes the Just Culture Framework and DEI principles for decision making and coaches back to leaders to leverage similar tools and resources. • Lead the ADA interactive process with team members

William Penn University

Master's of Business Leadership

Iowa State University

Bachelor of Arts (BA)