Career Services Manager

About the Role

The Stepping Stones Group is seeking a Career Services Manager (Recruiter) to help grow the business by building meaningful, long-term relationships with candidates. The organization focuses on improving the lives of children, families, and communities through therapeutic and behavioral health services, and it operates with core values centered on trust, integrity, results, quality, community, and inclusivity.

The company emphasizes a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes people who are motivated by purpose, collaboration, and making a positive impact.

What You Will Do

• Engage both active and passive candidates to develop a strong hiring pipeline.
• Review and evaluate candidate qualifications and share key insights with internal team members.
• Create a positive candidate journey by understanding individual needs, preferences, and goals.
• Keep communication timely, clear, and consistent throughout the recruiting process.
• Discuss compensation details and support negotiations when needed.
• Coordinate pipeline activity and manage all candidate communication during recruitment.
• Maintain relationships with candidates and current employees to encourage referrals and strengthen talent networks.
• Take ownership of responsibilities while working in a highly collaborative setting.
• Work toward and surpass targets related to activity, placements, and margin.

What We Are Looking For

• A confident, enthusiastic, and team-oriented professional.
• Strong ability to handle objections, negotiate effectively, and close conversations successfully.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Good judgment, strategic thinking, and problem-solving ability.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and time well.
• A dependable work ethic and willingness to lead by example.
• Flexibility and adaptability to support rapid business growth.
• Prior experience in sales or recruiting.
• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Additional Information

This role is based in the United States and follows an onsite work arrangement. The company highlights a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and a collaborative culture built around purpose-driven service.