Talent Acquisition Manager

General Description

The Talent Acquisition Manager manages the full-cycle recruitment process to fulfill current and future clinical staffing needs while ensuring a positive candidate experience. By managing a team and leveraging online platforms, career fairs, community events, and innovative sourcing strategies, the Talent Acquisition Manager strategically leads the hiring initiatives for designated areas.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage a team of recruiters and the recruitment process for Behavior Consultant and BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) positions, amongst other clinical leadership roles, conducting clinical interviews to assess candidates' qualifications and suitability for these critical roles.
• Develop and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent for Clinical Leadership positions, aligning with organizational goals and objectives.
• Utilize a variety of sourcing methods, including job boards, social media, professional networks, and referral programs, to identify and engage qualified candidates.
• Evaluate candidates' clinical competencies, knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles, clinical expertise, and ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
• Partner with hiring managers and key stakeholders to understand staffing needs and requirements.
• Provide guidance and support throughout the recruitment process, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with candidates, internal teams, and external partners to enhance the recruitment experience and promote Dream Big Children’s Center as an employer of choice.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations, maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout the recruitment process.
• Demonstrate high commitment to excellent customer service.
• Support on hiring needs for other roles as needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities 

• Knowledge of the science behind Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Proven interviewing skills, brand ambassador that can quickly assess candidate’s skill set, knowledge, and cultural fit.
• Keeps track of multiple projects and priorities using documented organization tools, plans, and timelines.
• Approaches work with consistency, reliability, and punctuality in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team player attitude.
• Able to build rapport and trust with colleagues and demonstrate alignment with team’s priorities.
• Excellent relationship management skills, customer service orientation, collaboration, and team player attitude.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills that foster the skills necessary to educate, train, motivate, empower, reinforce, influence, coach, and provide feedback.
• Knowledge of behavioral interviewing techniques and clinical assessment methods.
• Effective organization skills, interpersonal skills, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Exercise confidentiality and discretion pertaining to the work environment.
• Remain up-to-date on and follow all BACB guidelines regarding supervision of BCBA/BCaBA candidates, as well as RBTs.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of progressive experience in an agency or corporate recruiting capacity
• 3+ years of experience managing and developing a team
• 2+ year of experience In-house/corporate recruiting required
• 2+ years of working in ABA required
• Demonstrated experience with one or more applicant tracking systems

Working conditions

This position requires working in the office setting. 

Physical requirements

Lifting 20 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects up to 10 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, running, squatting, bending over, kneeling and sitting on the floor.