Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist

Job purpose At The Inspired Community Project (TICP), we believe that exceptional services begin with exceptional people. We're not just filling positions—we're building a team of passionate clinicians, educators, and service providers who are committed to creating equitable, inclusive, and life-changing experiences for children and families.

We're seeking a highly organized, relationship-driven Recruitment & Onboarding Specialist to lead the recruitment and onboarding of our growing team of therapists and service providers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building talent pipelines, creating outstanding candidate experiences, and ensuring new hires feel welcomed and supported from day one.

If you're passionate about helping mission-driven professionals find meaningful work and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to meet you.

Duties and responsibilities

Lead Recruitment Efforts Manage full-cycle recruitment for clinical and educational service providers, including: Occupational Therapists (OTs) Physical Therapists (PTs) Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) Special Education Teachers (SEITs) Behavioral Technicians (BTs) Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) Early Intervention and CPSE providers Review resumes and applications to identify qualified candidates Conduct phone and/or virtual screenings and initial interviews Coordinate interviews with hiring managers and department leaders Maintain consistent communication with candidates throughout the hiring process Build and maintain talent pipelines for future hiring needs Coordinate Onboarding Serve as the primary point of contact for new hires during the onboarding process Collect and track pre-employment documentation and clearances Coordinate background checks, fingerprinting, SEL, SCR clearances, and credential verification Ensure all required compliance documentation is completed before start dates Collaborate with HR, Finance, Clinical Leadership, and Operations to ensure a seamless onboarding experience Support Workforce Growth Help create a welcoming and engaging candidate experience that reflects TICP's values Assist with employee referral initiatives and recruitment campaigns Support workforce development efforts and internship partnerships Identify opportunities to improve recruitment and onboarding processes Contribute to special projects that support organizational growth and talent acquisition Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Experience in recruitment, preferably within behavioral health, workforce development, or apprenticeship programs.

Strong understanding of TICP’s mission to advance racial and economic equity and a demonstrated commitment to supporting underrepresented populations. Proven ability to manage recruitment pipelines, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for program and role fit. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Knowledge of New York State apprenticeship standards and familiarity with Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) qualifications is a plus. Position Details Position : Full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule: To be determined in consultation with the CEO/ED, Remote position Salary : $50,000 - $52,000 annually Benefits : Medical & Vision 401(k) Health Saving Account (HSA) Commuter Benefits PTO Benefits: Total 7 weeks [36 days] Discretionary PTO Days : [15 days - can roll over] 3 weeks PTO per calendar year.

Predetermined PTO Holidays : [11 Days - floating holidays] MLK Day, Presidents Day, Employee Appreciation Day (March), Autism Advocacy Day (April), Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Thanksgiving & Black Friday Predetermined PTO Weeks : [10 days - no roll over] Last week of August & the week between Christmas and New Years