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Above Target HR Consulting LLC is a boutique human resources consultancy based in Cheshire, Connecticut, dedicated to helping organizations strengthen their people practices so they can focus on core operations. Led by Maria Joy, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, a senior HR professional with over 25 years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, and distribution environments, the firm delivers pragmatic, compliant, and business-aligned solutions across the HR lifecycle. Services span employee relations, manager and supervisor training on effective people leadership and documentation, policy administration with up-to-date employee handbooks aligned to federal and state employment law, and comprehensive HR audits that uncover compliance gaps and opportunities for improvement while aligning practices to company mission. The firm develops precise job descriptions, navigates complex leave administration including FMLA and ADA, and supports recruitment to address staffing needs and reduce the impact of vacancies. Beyond hiring, Above Target HR Consulting designs retention strategies that position employers as destinations of choice, including recognition programs that reinforce culture and engagement. Workplace safety and workers’ compensation support include identifying injury sources and structuring effective return-to-work programs. For individuals, the firm offers career coaching typically delivered in 3–5 sessions at the Cheshire office, covering job search strategy, interviewing skills, goal setting for career change or further education, skills testing using written and computerized tools to surface aptitudes, salary expectation setting, and tailored resume development—including multiple versions aligned to different goals. Known for responsive service and practical execution, Above Target HR Consulting partners with in-house HR teams on projects or acts as an outsourced HR resource, providing hands-on support that is right-sized for small and mid-sized businesses. Maria Joy is active in the profession as a board member of the CT SHRM Council and the Human Resource Association of Central Connecticut, bringing current best practices and a strong compliance perspective to every engagement.
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