Talent Acquisition Specialist - Kankakee

Envision Unlimited; Kankakee (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Envision Unlimited in Kankakee, IL seeks a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support recruitment across the Kankakee metro area with hybrid-remote work. You will develop postings, source candidates, and partner with community organizations to build a strong candidate pipeline for our nonprofit programs.

You will manage postings on ATS and external sites, coordinate interviews, oversee background screenings, and collaborate with managers to keep job descriptions current.

Qualifications

• B.A. in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of full-cycle recruiting experience.
• Experience in healthcare recruiting.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (Paylocity or UKG highly desired).
• Strong computer skills: MS Word, MS Excel, and database systems.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-paced environment and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Publish job postings on ATS and external platforms.
• Source candidates and build a pipeline via social media and recruitment sites.
• Build partnerships with colleges, chambers, and community outreaches with on-ground recruiting.
• Manage social media presence (Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube).
• Schedule in-person interviews and manage candidates through the process.
• Coordinate background screenings for applicants and employees.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand departmental needs.
• Assist with new hire orientation.
• Stay active on job boards and networks to find candidates.
• Grow relationships with a talent pool of active and passive candidates.
• Partner with recruiting team to refine and implement innovative strategies.
• Keep job descriptions up-to-date with senior managers.
• Serve on agency committees as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Creative thinking

Education

B.A. in Human Resources or related field

2–3 years full-cycle recruiting experience

Tools

Paylocity

UKG

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

All Jobs > Talent Acquisition Specialist - Kankakee

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Kankakee
IL

Full-time

Description

Must live in the Kankakee/Metro East/Bourbonaiss area.

This position will be hybrid-remote and support the areas of Kankakee, Metro East, Bourbonaiss, Manteno, Bradley, Momence, Aroma Park, Herscher, Peotone and Swansea.

Description

Envision Unlimited is a large non-profit agency committed to providing services for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. We emphasize quality services that promote choice, independence, and community integration. Through the collaborative efforts of an interdisciplinary team, our members receive person-centered services aimed at improving the functionality and practical application of social, financial, and emotional skills. In addition, we work to build partnerships with our community to enrich the lives of our members by creating lasting opportunities that will strengthen relationships for a lifetime. Our programs include, but are not limited to, ABA Therapy for Children, Community Day Program, Community Living, Mental Health, Employment and Career Services, and Foster Care.

Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and publish job postings on the applicant tracking systems and other external platforms.
• Source potential candidates and generate a pipeline through social media and other recruitment sites.
• Build and establish partnerships in the community (colleges/Chamber of Commerce/all outreaches) with "boots on the ground" recruiting tactics.
• Must have experience with posting and managing Social Media (Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
• Schedule in person Interviews with administrators and managers and manage candidates throughout the interview process.
• Administer STOFLHA test’s to scheduled interviewee’s once a week.
• Cultivate relationships with hiring managers to become familiar with departmental needs.
• Attend and assist with coordination of new hire orientation.
• Monitor background screening processes for all applicants and employees, as required.
• Stay active with current job boards, social networks, and platforms to find prospective employees.
• Grow and foster relationships with a database of qualified active and passive talent.
• Continuously partner with recruiting team to design, refine, and implement innovative recruiting strategies.
• Work with senior managers and administrators to make sure job descriptions are up to date.
• Serve on agency committees as assigned.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

Employees shall respect the diversity of all individuals (e.g., clients, co-workers, stakeholders) and refrain from any form of discrimination and/or harassment based on religious, marital, ethnic, racial, gender, sexual orientation, or other differences.

Employees share the responsibility of creating and maintaining a welcoming and supportive work environment.

Requirements

EDUCATION, SKILLS, and/or EXPERIENCE

B.A. in Human Resources or related field preferred.

Must have two-three years’ of relevant experience in full-cycle recruiting.

Must have experience with healthcare recruiting.

Must have experience with applicant tracking systems, Paylocity or UKG experience highly desired.

Must have strong computer skills, such as M.S. Word, MS Excel, and general database systems.

Must have the demonstrated ability to multi-task and function in a high-paced environment, positive “can do” attitude, the ability to think creatively, and strong organizational skills required.