Mentor Recruiter

Sevita; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 52,416 - 64,064; Full time

Job summary

Sevita is seeking a Mentor Recruiter for the East Bay area with a competitive salary of $58,240 per year. This role involves independently managing recruitment strategies to build a network of qualified mentors for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in human services or related fields and at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting screenings, representing the company at events, and utilizing CRM systems to track interactions. Join us in our mission to support individuals and communities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in recruitment or marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment strategy and process for the assigned area.
• Conduct cold calls and screening meetings with potential mentors.
• Attend job fairs and community events to promote recruitment.
• Screen potential mentors following network and state licensing guidelines.
• Utilize a CRM system for tracking customer interactions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Sales and marketing understanding

Recruitment strategy management

Networking and relationship building

CRM system proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services, marketing, or business

Job description

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe every person has the right to live well and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. Join our mission‑driven team and build relationships that motivate us every day.

Mentor Recruiter - East Bay

Compensation – $58,240 per year – salary plus overtime.

Working independently, the recruiter builds and enhances an active network of qualified mentors (adult foster families) through strategic recruitment and selection initiatives, following network/license guidelines. The recruiter develops and implements recruiting tracking tools and strategies, measures campaign effectiveness, and designs new campaigns as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Manages the recruitment strategy and process for the assigned area, building a prospect network and related campaigns to establish an ongoing pipeline of candidates.
• Conducts cold calls and informational screening meetings, reviews applications, medical examinations, and references, and coordinates related advertising.
• Attends networking and marketing events and represents the company at job fairs, promotional presentations, and other events to recruit mentors.
• Raises community awareness through visits to community locations and leaders, follows up on referrals to source potential mentors, and enhances community relationships. Develops and maintains professional alliances.
• Screens potential mentors following network and state licensing guidelines, including psychological interviews, background checks, home visits, and meetings with families.
• Conducts orientation, home‑study evaluations, and pre‑service orientation.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains the allocated marketing budget, partners with internal marketing resources, produces materials, and maintains the required records.
• Records and reports statistics necessary to measure the effectiveness of recruitment efforts; reports regularly on pipeline activity.
• Co‑ordinates with the Program Director and other staff to facilitate client‑match meetings.
• Compiles and submits application packets once all components are received and advises management whether to proceed to the next step of the certification process.
• Develops informative activities and programs about company services and may participate in mentor retention program development.
• Utilises a CRM system for customer tracking and management.
• Performs other related duties and activities as required. Working hours are likely to fluctuate.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human services, marketing, or business preferred, and three years of related experience. Demonstrated strong communication skills and understanding of sales and marketing.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

• Current driver’s license, car registration and auto insurance if providing transportation for clients or driving for company purposes.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification as required by state.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement – As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.