Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility · 17 hours ago
Recruiter
Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiter to manage full-cycle recruitment and support broader talent acquisition efforts across the organization. This role involves sourcing and engaging high-quality candidates for various positions while ensuring efficient hiring practices in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
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Responsibilities
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for assigned roles, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, reference checks, and offer facilitation
Proactively source candidates through job boards, resume databases, LinkedIn, industry platforms, professional associations, and networking efforts
Develop and maintain talent pipelines for high-volume, high-turnover, and hard-to-fill positions, including licensed and clinical staff
Conduct structured phone screens and preliminary interviews to assess qualifications, cultural alignment, and licensure requirements
Partner closely with hiring managers to define job requirements, compensation expectations, and realistic hiring timelines
Advise hiring managers on market conditions, candidate availability, and competitive compensation trends in the Long Beach / Los Angeles market
Maintain accurate and compliant documentation within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring all candidate records meet audit and regulatory standards
Track and analyze recruitment metrics including time-to-fill, source effectiveness, interview-to-offer ratios, and turnover trends
Support workforce planning initiatives by identifying anticipated hiring needs and creating sourcing strategies in advance of openings
Ensure recruitment practices comply with California labor laws, EEO standards, healthcare regulatory requirements, and internal policies
Coordinate background checks, pre-employment screenings, and onboarding documentation in collaboration with HR and department leaders
Assist with drafting and updating job descriptions in partnership with HR leadership
Promote a positive candidate experience through timely communication, professionalism, and inclusive hiring practices
Participate in job fairs, campus outreach, community workforce initiatives, and employer branding efforts
Build relationships with external recruitment partners, workforce development boards, and professional networks
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by ensuring equitable recruitment processes and outreach strategies
Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to recruiting workflows, sourcing strategies, and hiring processes
Provide regular recruitment status updates and hiring forecasts to HR leadership and executive team members as requested
Ensures all recruitment activities comply with California employment laws, EEO standards, and internal policies
Participate in job fairs, community outreach initiatives, and employer branding efforts to strengthen the organization’s talent pipeline and visibility in the market
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or hospital setting
Minimum 2 years of recruiting and/or talent acquisition experience (in-house preferred)
Demonstrated experience actively sourcing candidates beyond passive job postings
Experience managing 10+ requisitions simultaneously
Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems and online recruiting platforms
Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills
Working knowledge of California labor laws and employment compliance standards
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across disciplines and departments
Demonstrated sound professional judgment; clinical judgment where applicable to licensure/role
Proficiency in the use of computers and standard keyboard functions for data entry and electronic documentation
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read, write, and communicate fluently in English
Current CPR, BLS, and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
Preferred
Healthcare or behavioral health recruiting experience
Experience recruiting licensed professionals (e.g., RN, LVN, Social Workers)
Bilingual in English and Spanish, or other languages commonly spoken by the patient population
Crisis prevention/intervention training (e.g., HWC, CPI, PMAB) or de-escalation certification
Knowledge of HIPAA, Title 22, and other applicable regulatory standards
Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles and culturally responsive practices
Leadership experience or demonstrated capacity to mentor others (if applicable to the role)
Company
Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility
Ocean View is a voluntary inpatient hospital that provides individualized care for people suffering from an acute behavioral health problem in a safe and private setting.