Candidate Engagement Specialist

Boothby Therapy Services

6d•Remote

About The Position

Boothby Therapy Services (BTS) is hiring a Candidate Engagement Specialist to drive one of the most critical parts of our hiring process: closing great candidates. BTS partners with schools across New England, providing high-quality school-based therapy services and the strength of our team starts with who we hire. This is not a post-and-wait recruiting role. We're looking for someone who knows how to build rapport quickly, read a conversation in real time, and confidently guide candidates from interest to commitment. If you thrive in live conversations, can navigate objections naturally, and enjoy connecting with people, you'll do well here.

Requirements

Proven ability to close; you can move someone from interested to committed through conversation
Strong communication skills and comfort speaking with new people daily
Ability to read tone, pick up on hesitation, and adjust your approach in real time
Experience navigating compensation conversations and candidate concerns
Fast-moving and responsive; you understand that speed matters in hiring
Comfortable handling unexpected questions and thinking on your feet
Collaborative mindset; you work closely with hiring and pipeline teams

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting in education, healthcare, or school-based services
Background as a school-based provider (SLP, OT, PT, Special Educator, etc.)
Experience with full-cycle recruiting or closing credentialed professionals
Familiarity with ATS systems and candidate pipelines

Responsibilities

Lead candidate conversations and move qualified candidates to offer acceptance
Address questions, navigate hesitations, and communicate BTS's value clearly and authentically
Negotiate compensation, timelines, and details without losing the relationship
Respond quickly when candidates are available - timing matters!
Conduct initial interviews and competency-based assessments
Assess fit, build rapport, and provide clear feedback to the hiring team
Keep candidates moving through the process without unnecessary delays
Engage candidates directly through platforms like Indeed and LinkedIn
Reach out to passive candidates and generate interest in opportunities
Partner with internal teams to prioritize outreach based on hiring needs
Communicate clearly and consistently with candidates at every stage
Deliver both offers and rejections with professionalism and respect
Ensure every candidate leaves the process with a positive impression of BTS