Recruiting Specialist

Associated Home Care•Waltham, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Associated Home Care is on a mission to set the standard for excellence in Home Care. Together, we’re building a recruitment team that attracts and engages the best Home Health Aides (HHAs) in the region. We’re looking for a Rock-Star Recruiting Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and is excited to help shape the future of home care. The Recruiting Specialist supports the full recruitment life cycle — from sourcing and screening candidates to scheduling interviews, onboarding new hires, and ensuring compliance. This role is ideal for someone who loves connecting with people, juggling multiple priorities, and being part of a collaborative, high-performing team.

Requirements

1+ year of administrative or customer service experience (recruitment experience preferred).
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a metrics-driven environment.
High attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office; ATS experience a plus).
Proactive mindset — able to take initiative and work independently.

Responsibilities

Lead all phases of the recruitment process.
Collaborate with hiring managers to identify and refine position requirements.
Source, screen, and interview candidates through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Clearly explain job details, compensation, and the hiring process to candidates.
Represent the company at job fairs, career events, and community partnerships (colleges, training centers, etc.) to attract top talent.
Prepare and process new hire paperwork and ensure compliance with all requirements.
Conduct reference checks and background verifications.
Oversee the onboarding process to ensure a seamless experience for new hires.
Maintain records for I-9, E-Verify, background checks, certifications, and licensing.
Ensure compliance with all EEO and employment laws.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date candidate and employee data.
Support additional projects and team initiatives as needed.