Talent Acquisition Specialist

$47,840 - $52,000/Yr

Venture Forthe - East Syracuse, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

East Syracuse, NY

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

Venture Forthe is a premier home health care agency in Western New York that operates on the fundamental premise that every individual has the right to remain independent and make their own choices. We advocate for the needs and goals of our clients because everyone deserves to choose their path through each stage of life. Venture Forthe's commitment to treating people with respect, compassion, and honesty doesn't end with our clients. When you work for Venture Forthe, this family-owned company treats you as part of that family. We empower our employees to turn a job into a career, and we take pride in rewarding the hard work it takes to achieve your goals. We are excited to be expanding into the Syracuse, NY Region, and we are currently hiring for a Talent Acquisition Specialist! As the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will lead the full-cycle recruitment and hiring process of our Personal Care Aide (PCA) candidates. The Talent Acquisition Specialist plays a pivotal role in the recruitment and onboarding process for regional PCA staff. They are responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process, establishing relationships with diverse talent pools, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This position requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong relationships with candidates and internal collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process for regional PCA staff, from sourcing candidates to onboarding.
• Spearhead initiatives to identify, attract, and engage talent for regional positions.
• Analyze regional needs and establish relationships with diverse talent pools through online platforms, industry networks, and community events.
• Register, attend, and organize job fairs and community events to promote job opportunities and develop referral sources.
• Collaborate with regional outreach specialists to coordinate community engagement efforts.
• Perform candidate prescreening, interviews, and maintain the regional tracker to track candidate progress.
• Ensure thorough review of rehire eligibility requests and escalate requests as needed to meet company requirements.
• Manage the recruitment and onboarding life-cycle for PCA employees, including pre-employment activities and new hire orientation.
• Create and maintain employee files in HRIS/Payroll, Learning Management, and EMR systems.
• Review all onboarding paperwork, including tax forms, I-9s, and company-specific forms, for accuracy and completion.
• Maintain open communication with key collaborative departments, including Scheduling and Nurse Training, to develop and meet regional staffing needs.
• Partner with regional outreach specialists to collaborate on community events and outreach efforts.
• Ensure departmental and positional reports are accurately filled out in a timely manner.
• Review compliance audits weekly to identify and correct any deficiencies assigned to the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
• Communicate with individuals visiting the office, assisting or directing their needs accordingly, including HR-related matters.
• Assist the Regional Branch Manager or Regional Coordinator with office needs as assigned.
• Communicate with PCA applicants regarding sensitive or disciplinary matters as needed.
• Follow escalation procedures to dismiss applicants or advise candidates who are not eligible for hire.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in recruitment or HR-related roles is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems.
• Valid Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle strongly preferred, or access to reliable transportation.

Benefits

• Health insurance with employer contribution
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short term disability supplement
• Critical illness
• FSA/DCA
• Health Saving Account
• Employer Assistance Program
• Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Discount Programs
• PTO
• 401k w/ match
• and more