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Recruiter - (Talent Acquisition Specialist)
Recruiter - (Talent Acquisition Specialist)Beacon Specialized Living • Princeton, New Jersey, US
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Recruiter - (Talent Acquisition Specialist)

Recruiter - (Talent Acquisition Specialist)

Beacon Specialized Living • Princeton, New Jersey, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
  • Position Summary
  • The Direct Support Professional Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates to serve as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This role plays a critical part in ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive quality care and support by maintaining a strong pipeline of compassionate, reliable, and skilled staff. The recruiter partners closely with hiring managers, program directors, and HR to meet staffing needs and build a workforce aligned with the organization's mission and values.
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract top candidates for DSP roles.
  • Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, community events, job fairs, schools, and local organizations.
  • Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, applicant screening, interviewing, reference checks, and offers.
  • Build and maintain relationships with community partners, workforce development agencies, and educational institutions to create a steady talent pipeline.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational hiring policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accurate candidate tracking in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and recruitment logs.
  • Partner with program leadership to understand staffing needs and forecast hiring trends.
  • Represent the organization in a professional, mission-driven manner to promote the role of DSPs and encourage community interest in caregiving careers.
  • Assist with onboarding and orientation of new hires as needed.
  • Track and report on recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, source effectiveness, retention, etc.).
  • Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
  • 1-3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in human services, healthcare, or high-volume hourly recruiting.
  • Knowledge of direct care or developmental disability services is a strong plus.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse candidate pools.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit with creativity and persistence in competitive labor markets.
  • Key Competencies
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.
  • Relationship-building and networking skills.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • Working Conditions
  • Standard office environment with regular travel to job fairs, schools, and community events.
  • May require occasional evening or weekend availability for recruitment activities.
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