Talent Acquisition Specialist

Paycom - ATS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Birch Family Services seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive full life cycle recruitment, from sourcing and screening to offers and onboarding across healthcare and social services. You will partner with HR leadership and manage ATS workflows to meet staffing goals.

The role requires coordinating required trainings, ensuring compliance with federal/state laws, and building partnerships with universities and professional groups. Up to 50% travel in the Tri-State area is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; healthcare or social services recruiting exp preferred.
• Experience with ATS and HRIS; proficient in screening and assessments.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and compliance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle recruitment for exempt and nonexempt roles.
• Screen resumes, interview, administer assessments, reference checks.
• Extend offers and manage onboarding and orientation processes.
• Partner with HR leadership to forecast staffing and manage ATS data.
• Build university and professional partnerships to source candidates.

Skills

Recruiting

Interviewing

Onboarding

ATS usage

HR compliance

Training delivery

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master’s in HRM (preferred)

Tools

HRIS

Job description

SummaryThe Talent Acquisition Specialist will perform duties in the following functional areas: oversee the onboarding process for new employees, assists in the development and conducts required State and City mandated employment trainings, employee orientation, and full life-cycle recruitment: recruiting, screening, and recommending placement of staff by using creative sourcing methods (internal and external) for entry-level to senior level positions. Responsible for human resource objectives designated within departments; to serve as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues and communicating proactively in the development of integrated solutions. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will formulate and maintain partnerships across universities, colleges, and other professional affiliations and deliver ongoing recruitment strategies for future employees and affiliates, whilst meeting the objectives and goals of Birch Family Services’ strategic plan.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPartners with the Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Recruitment and Strategic Partnerships to determine staffing needs and department forecasting.Screens resumes, interviews candidates (by phone or in person), administers appropriate assessments and reference/background checks, makes recommendations for hire (or not hire), and delivers employment offers for both exempt and nonexempt position openings (Onboarding).Serves as an expert in recruiting candidates (Direct Support Professionals, Residential Managers, Nurses (RN/LPN), Teachers, and Teacher Assistants) within Birch’s network of service sites.Uses traditional and nontraditional resources, such as career fairs, online job fairs, community network events, etc., to identify and attract quality candidates.Assists in advertising programs (internal and external) to ensure high visibility with potential candidates.Manages internal transfer process, including screening, coordination of interviews with hiring managers, transfer offer letters, etc.Follows up with candidates and hiring managers to obtain feedback regarding the recruiting process.Develops and maintains an excellent relationship with internal and external clients to ensure the achievement of staffing goals.Communicates important employment information during delivery of employment offers (e.g., benefits, compensation, employment agreements).Works with hiring managers of all agency departments to ensure compliance with all federal/state laws and regulations, including affirmative action plan compliance.Manages current candidate activity in the applicant tracking system (ATS).Manages application/resume file and retention according to company policy.Maintains memberships, partnerships, and affiliations with trade/professional organizations related to the industry.Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars and workshops.Researches, analyzes, prepares, and presents hiring statistics.Maintains records on recruiting activities as required.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position; days and hours of work are generally Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Flexibility in work schedule will be required to accommodate recruitment functions and meetings as assigned.TravelThis position requires up to 50% travel. Most travel will be within the Tri-State area (NY, NJ, and CT)Required Education and ExperienceBachelor’s DegreeAt least two years of “provider” recruiting experience in healthcare and/or social services.Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster’s degree, preferably in Human Resource ManagementFormulating partnerships with academic institutions and other key associations.HRIS experience.Training experience is a plus.Other DutiesPlease note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.EEO StatementBirch Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Birch Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Birch Family Services expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Birch Family Services’ employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.