DSP Talent Acquisition Specialist

Beacon Specialized Living; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team in Clarks Summit, PA. This role focuses on sourcing, interviewing, and hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and other essential roles to staff residential group homes with compassionate professionals.

You'll manage high-volume recruiting, build talent pipelines, partner with operational leaders, and ensure a positive candidate experience from first contact through onboarding at Beacon.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of recruiting experience, and one to three years in HR/Management or similar.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, organizational development, marketing, business, or similar.
• Healthcare or mental health background is a plus.
• Must pass criminal background check and have a valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for DSPs and other positions.
• Source qualified candidates via job boards, social media, community partnerships, employee referrals, career fairs, and other recruiting channels.
• Screen resumes, conduct phone and virtual interviews, and coordinate hiring manager interviews.
• Extend employment offers and guide candidates through the pre-employment and onboarding process.
• Partner with hiring managers and senior leadership to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines to support ongoing hiring needs for residential group homes.
• Monitor recruiting metrics and adjust sourcing strategies to meet hiring goals.
• Ensure recruiting practices remain compliant with employment laws, Joint Commission standards, and BSLS policies.
• Maintain accurate candidate records within the ATS.
• Represent Beacon at hiring events, job fairs, and community outreach activities.
• Promote Beacon's mission, culture, and employment brand to prospective candidates.

Skills

High-volume recruitment

Candidate sourcing

Interviewing

Stakeholder collaboration

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

BSLS IT systems

Job description

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking an experienced Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team in Clarks Summit, PA. This role focuses on sourcing, interviewing, and hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and other essential roles to staff residential group homes with compassionate professionals.

You'll manage high-volume recruiting, build talent pipelines, partner with operational leaders, and ensure a positive candidate experience from first contact through onboarding at Beacon.