Beacon Specialized Living · 1 month ago
Recruiter - (Talent Acquisition Specialist)
Beacon Specialized Living is focused on providing quality care and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. They are seeking a Direct Support Professional Recruiter who will be responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates to maintain a strong workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract top candidates for DSP roles
Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, community events, job fairs, schools, and local organizations
Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, applicant screening, interviewing, reference checks, and offers
Build and maintain relationships with community partners, workforce development agencies, and educational institutions to create a steady talent pipeline
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational hiring policies and procedures
Maintain accurate candidate tracking in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and recruitment logs
Partner with program leadership to understand staffing needs and forecast hiring trends
Represent the organization in a professional, mission-driven manner to promote the role of DSPs and encourage community interest in caregiving careers
Assist with onboarding and orientation of new hires as needed
Track and report on recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, source effectiveness, retention, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse candidate pools
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS)
Demonstrated ability to recruit with creativity and persistence in competitive labor markets
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices
Relationship-building and networking skills
High level of integrity and professionalism
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in human services, healthcare, or high-volume hourly recruiting
Knowledge of direct care or developmental disability services is a strong plus
Company
Beacon Specialized Living
Beacon Specialized Living provides compassionate, person-centered care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and autism.