Recruiter, Behavioral Health Staffing

Onward Search; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission

Collaborative and supportive company culture

Comprehensive benefits and PTO package

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for a proactive Recruiter to support sourcing and placing behavioral health professionals. This role involves building a strong pipeline, qualifying candidates, and negotiating compensation packages. Ideal candidates will have experience in staffing, especially in behavioral health, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary of $60,000 - $65,000 with uncapped commission potential, as well as comprehensive benefits and PTO.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in staffing, ideally in behavioral health recruiting.
• Strong understanding of the recruiting process.
• Excellent communication skills focusing on phone outreach.

Responsibilities

• Source candidates using job boards and online platforms.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of candidates.
• Conduct candidate screenings to assess qualifications.

Skills

Behavioral health recruiting

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Onward Search is a national staffing company with 19 years of experience delivering specialized talent to leading organizations across the country. The company is launching a new staffing division to supply licensed behavioral health professionals to hospitals, health centers, recovery treatment facilities, and related healthcare providers. As we continue to build and scale our Behavioral Health Staffing Division, we are seeking a proactive and results‑driven Recruiter to support sourcing, recruiting, and placing behavioral health professionals.

This role is ideal for a recruiter who thrives in a fast‑paced, production‑oriented environment and enjoys building strong candidate relationships within the behavioral health space.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing Candidates: Utilize job boards, referrals, and online platforms to identify and attract qualified behavioral health professionals for open roles.
• Pipeline Development: Build and maintain a robust pipeline of behavioral health candidates through proactive outreach, networking, and relationship‑building.
• Qualifying Candidates: Conduct thorough candidate screenings to assess qualifications, experience, and fit for specific roles.
• Negotiating Compensation: Discuss and negotiate pay rates and compensation packages with candidates, ensuring alignment with both candidate expectations and client needs.
• Candidate Management: Provide ongoing support to candidates after placement, addressing any concerns and ensuring satisfaction in their roles.
• Internet Savvy: Stay up‑to‑date with online recruiting tools and strategies to effectively source and engage potential candidates.

Requirements

• Previous experience in staffing, with behavioral health recruiting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of the recruiting process, including sourcing, interviewing, and placement.
• Excellent communication skills, with a focus on phone outreach and relationship management.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven, KPI‑driven environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage multiple candidates and placements simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to join and help scale a new Behavioral Health Staffing Division.
• Competitive compensation package with uncapped commission potential.
• Collaborative, supportive company culture focused on growth and performance.

Salary

• $60,000 - $65,000, based on experience.
• Commission eligible.
• Comprehensive benefits and PTO package, including 401k, offered.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer. We value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforce and are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, domestic partner status, civil partnership, status as a covered veteran, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States, citizenship and any other characteristic protected by State and Federal law.