Junior Recruiter
Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Summary
The Junior Recruiter plays an important and strategic role in the recruitment process working closely with CARD's center operations leadership to source and recruit qualified candidates for their assigned centers. The Junior Recruiter will operate in a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment supporting the recruitment process by sourcing, interviewing, and hiring candidates.
Job description
Position Overview
The Junior Recruiter plays an important and strategic role in the recruitment process working closely with CARD's center operations leadership to source and recruit qualified candidates for their assigned centers. The Junior Recruiter will operate in a fast-paced, high-volume recruiting environment supporting the recruitment process by sourcing, interviewing, and hiring candidates.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in the full-cycle recruitment process under the guidance of Lead Recruiter and TA Manager
- Build active/passive applicant pipelines by researching/identifying candidates, building relationships with community representatives and colleges/universities, assisting with social media branding and professional networking sites and by promoting company reputation in other relevant spaces
- Maintain applicant tracking system
- Build relationships with applicants and independently assess qualifications by interviewing applicants by phone, video conferencing platforms, or in person, when possible, analyze resumes and qualifications, applicant responses, and compare qualifications to job requirements
- Manage candidate experience, actively develop strategic communication, requisition ownership, and hiring manager relationships
- Using key recruitment metrics, create weekly activity reports regarding recruiting activities and needs and consistently meet or exceed weekly goals set by department
- Actively contribute to recruiting meetings with Talent Acquisition, Operations and/or Corporate Leadership as well as other Recruiters
- Implement and represent CARD policy and represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders
- Keep industry knowledge up to date and develop new knowledge by participating in seminars, educational activities, reading professional publications, and participating in relevant professional organizations
- Manage other duties as assigned by Talent Acquisition leadership
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and ability to work with individuals of all levels
- Strong time management skills and a process-oriented mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and handle large phone correspondences and workload
- Detail-oriented, organized and can work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, video conferencing platforms, applicant tracking systems, social media, and other industry related software programs
- Ability to make cold calls and source and evaluate talent using provided tools and templates
- Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including varying hours, based on company needs
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 1-2 years of high-volume recruiting experience
- English proficiency, both verbal and written
- College coursework up to Bachelor's degree preferred
- Industry certification(s) from institutions such as SHRM, AIRS, The Recruiter Academy or others preferred
- Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and ability to work with individuals of all levels
- Strong time management skills and a process-oriented mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and handle large phone correspondences and workload
- Detail-oriented, organized and can work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, video conferencing platforms, applicant tracking systems, social media, and other industry related software programs
- Ability to make cold calls and source and evaluate talent using provided tools and templates
- Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including varying hours, based on company needs
Company overview
The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is one of the world's largest and most experienced autism treatment providers, founded in 1990 by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh. As the third largest non-governmental organization in the United States contributing to autism research, CARD specializes in providing evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The organization operates treatment centers throughout the United States and globally, offering comprehensive services that include communication skills development, social interaction training, and daily living skills enhancement. CARD's treatment approach is grounded in scientific research and has been endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Surgeon General as the most effective method for treating ASD. The organization employs a team of skilled clinicians including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and behavior technicians who deliver individualized care tailored to each client's unique needs. Beyond clinical services, CARD actively contributes to autism research and community education, positioning itself as a leader in advancing understanding and treatment of autism spectrum disorders while maintaining a strong commitment to compassionate, family-centered care.