Talent Acquisition Specialist

Behavioral Health Network, Inc.; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

403(b)

Educational assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Behavioral Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to build a diverse, talented workforce aligned with its HEART values. This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration (3 days per week at the Corporate office) with flexible scheduling and travel across Massachusetts where needed.

You will manage full-cycle recruiting for various roles, collaborate with hiring managers, and drive effective sourcing, screening, and onboarding processes to support BHN’s mission.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Three to five years of talent acquisition experience preferred, ideally in healthcare.
• Skilled in candidate sourcing, screening, evaluation, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Committed to inclusive recruitment and reducing bias in hiring.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for full-time, part-time, temporary, contract, and intern positions.
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networks, and BHN’s applicant tracking system.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and recruitment priorities.
• Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, communicate throughout the hiring process, and extend timely job offers.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and provide a positive, responsive candidate experience.
• Attend job fairs, community events, and educational outreach activities to build candidate pipelines.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Review and update job descriptions and postings with hiring managers.
• Analyze recruitment data, meet quarterly metrics, and identify opportunities to improve hiring processes.
• Participate in the New Employee Orientation concierge rotation and provide team coverage as needed.

Skills

Candidate sourcing

Screening candidates

Interview coordination

Applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Stakeholder management

Diversity & inclusion

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree in HR or related field

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

LinkedIn Recruiter

ATS (Applicant Tracking System)

Job description

Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is a leading statewide provider of behavioral health services and a Certified Great Place to Work. Since 1938, BHN has helped individuals, families, and communities thrive through compassionate, high-quality care and support. With deep roots in Western Massachusetts and a growing presence throughout the state, we’re seeking a Talent Acquisition Specialist to help build a diverse, talented workforce in support of our mission. This is a hybrid position, with 3 days onsite in our Corporate office.

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Work – Help recruit the people who make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities.
• Professional Growth – Access training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Work with hiring managers and colleagues across BHN, guided by our HEART values: Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Enjoy generous PTO, 403(b), educational assistance, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Certified Great Place to Work – Join an organization recognized for creating a positive and engaging employee experience.

What You Will Do

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for full-time, part-time, temporary, contract, and intern positions.
• Develop targeted sourcing strategies using job boards, social media, professional networks, and BHN’s applicant tracking system.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, role requirements, and recruitment priorities.
• Screen candidates, coordinate interviews, communicate throughout the hiring process, and extend timely job offers.
• Maintain accurate applicant records and provide a positive, responsive candidate experience.
• Attend job fairs, community events, and educational outreach activities to build candidate pipelines.
• Support employer branding and recruitment marketing efforts.
• Review and update job descriptions and postings with hiring managers.
• Analyze recruitment data, meet quarterly metrics, and identify opportunities to improve hiring processes.
• Participate in the New Employee Orientation concierge rotation and provide team coverage as needed.

Who You Are

• Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Three to five years of talent acquisition experience preferred, ideally in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Skilled in candidate sourcing, screening, evaluation, and applicant tracking systems.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Committed to inclusive recruitment and reducing bias in hiring.
• Knowledgeable about employment practices and recruitment compliance.
• Able to work onsite five days per week and travel throughout Massachusetts for meetings, job fairs, and community events.
• Reliable transportation required.

We Hire for HEART! BHN’s core values—Humanity, Empowerment, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork—guide how we lead, serve, and support one another. If you’re motivated to connect talented people with meaningful work, we’d love to hear from you.

Pay Range: $70,000-$80,000

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