Talent Acquisition Senior Coordinator

Athena•New York, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

AthenaPsych is a New York State mental health-approved provider of community mental health services for children, adults, and families with behavioral and emotional challenges. We specialize in individual and group psychotherapy for clients with a focus on trauma-informed care. Athena is dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of mental health care for all, especially individuals from underserved communities. Here at Athena, we pride ourselves on hiring a diverse group of mental health clinicians and staff who are passionate and dedicated to improving our clients’ overall emotional well-being. We provide both in-person and telehealth services for our clients. Under the supervision of the Talent & Retention Manager, the Talent Acquisition Sr. Coordinator plays a pivotal role in driving Athena's recruitment lifecycle and employee engagement initiatives. This position balances hands-on talent sourcing, full-cycle interview coordination, and employer branding with a strong focus on retention strategy. The Associate will actively track recruitment metrics, manage candidate pipelines, and coordinate culture-building events to foster a positive, supportive work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, or a closely related field.
2-3 years of dedicated recruiting experience, demonstrating a solid understanding of modern talent acquisition practices, sourcing techniques, and candidate management.
High proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, and hands-on experience utilizing an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Detail-oriented, accountable, trustworthy, and capable of handling confidential, sensitive data.
Ability to prioritize tasks, adhere to tight deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
Must be deeply passionate about working with underserved communities and fostering diverse, inclusive workplaces.

Nice To Haves

Preferably in-house experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial screenings and interviews, including conducting phone screens and virtual/in-person interviews.
Proactively identify and source qualified talent for open positions using diverse channels, including LinkedIn, Facebook, specialized job boards, and professional databases.
Coordinate and schedule interviews between candidates and hiring teams, collect feedback, and collaborate with hiring managers to refine specific recruiting plans.
Maintain consistent communication with candidates (confirmation emails, follow-ups, and status updates) to ensure a high-quality candidate experience
Create branding materials, flyers, and digital content to market Athena positions across various social platforms.
Organize, coordinate, and attend job fairs and recruitment events; build and maintain ongoing relationships with school partners and professional networks.
Present job offers to qualified candidates, prepare offer letters and welcome materials, and assist with the new hire onboarding process.
Assist with pre-employment background checks, collect personnel files, and maintain accuracy within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
Adhere strictly to all HR laws, rules, and regulations, including EEOC guidelines.
Assist in planning and executing Athena initiatives and staff events (both on-site and remote) to promote a positive workplace culture and boost employee job satisfaction and retention.
Collaborate with leadership on specialized projects and perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.