Onboarding Specialist

BHG Careers•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Onboarding Coordinator at BHG serves as the primary contact and facilitator for new employees, driving an engaging, structured, and compliant onboarding experience from day one through the completion of initial training across multiple treatment centers. Working closely with leadership, trainers, and Human Resources, this role coordinates schedules, tracks compliance and milestones, provides continuous support, and fosters a welcoming culture aligned with the organization's values to enhance overall employee retention and success.

Requirements

High school diploma required
At least 1 year of experience in onboarding, training, human resources, employee development, or operations required.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation abilities.
Ability to build positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
Comfortable speaking to groups and virtual facilitating training sessions.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrate basic computer/word processing skills
Demonstrate basic knowledge and skill in the use of typical office equipment such as calculator, fax machine, copier, computer, telephone, and computer programs

Nice To Haves

associate's or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or a related field preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS or Learning Management Systems is preferred.
High integrity
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Sound judgment
Efficient
Self-starter
Ability to work independently and under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to make decisions and use proper judgment with confidential and sensitive issues
Must be able to react quickly and make effective decisions

Responsibilities

Coordinate and oversee the onboarding process for all new hires across the organization.
Serve as the primary contact for new employees from their first day through completion of onboarding.
Facilitate engaging new hire orientation sessions.
Coordinate and monitor required training programs, ensuring all mandatory training is completed on time.
Partner with center leadership to schedule onboarding activities that meet operational needs.
Adjust work schedule as needed to accommodate varying new hire start dates, shift times, and locations.
Ensure each new employee receives the appropriate tools, resources, system access, and training materials before or on their first day.
Conduct regular check-ins with new hires throughout their onboarding period to answer questions, provide support, and identify potential barriers to success.
Track onboarding milestones and maintain accurate training and compliance records.
Communicate onboarding progress to department leaders and Human Resources.
Collaborate with trainers and operational leaders to continuously improve onboarding content and processes.
Identify opportunities to improve the overall new hire experience and employee retention.
Assist with onboarding documentation, policy acknowledgments, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Promote a welcoming, positive, and inclusive experience that reflects the organization's culture and values.