Talent Acquisition Specialist

About the Organization

Vitra Health is a purpose-led healthcare provider working to enhance the daily lives of people and families across Massachusetts. The organization delivers innovative services in home and community settings for older adults, people with disabilities, and individuals with complex care needs, with support from nurses and case managers to help clients receive respectful, individualized care.

To grow its mission and community reach, Vitra Health is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist who is energized by community connection and helping people access the care and support they need.

Role Overview

This position supports end-to-end recruitment for selected roles and teams. The focus is on sourcing, screening, interview coordination, candidate communication, onboarding assistance, and day-to-day recruitment operations.

The role is practical and execution-oriented, partnering closely with hiring managers and HR colleagues to keep hiring efficient, compliant, and candidate-friendly.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with hiring managers to create clear, accurate job descriptions that match business needs and role expectations.
• Run full-cycle hiring for assigned openings, including intake discussions, sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, offer coordination, and transition to onboarding.
• Find candidates through job boards, social platforms, professional communities, employee referrals, and other channels.
• Recommend creative sourcing approaches to reach both active job seekers and passive talent.
• Review resumes and conduct initial phone screenings to evaluate fit and qualifications.
• Arrange interviews between candidates and hiring leaders, and support the logistics needed for a smooth process.
• Help manage reference checks and relay relevant feedback to hiring managers.
• Act as the main contact for candidates during the hiring process.
• Provide timely updates on status, next steps, and outcomes throughout recruitment.
• Respond to candidate questions quickly and professionally while protecting a positive experience.
• Work with HR operations and hiring managers to coordinate onboarding activities.
• Ensure new hire documents and compliance forms are completed properly.
• Support onboarding workflow so new employees are integrated smoothly.
• Assist with or deliver new hire orientation and help shape a strong onboarding experience.
• Be available as a contact point for new hires during their onboarding period.
• Keep candidate and requisition records accurate in the applicant tracking system.
• Help improve ATS use and data quality across the recruitment process.
• Track hiring metrics such as time to fill, source of hire, and pipeline activity.
• Look for ways to make recruitment more efficient and improve candidate movement through the funnel.
• Support employer branding efforts through job fairs, career events, and community hiring activities.
• Represent the organization’s value proposition throughout recruitment interactions.
• Communicate the company’s benefits, culture, and values to help attract strong candidates.
• Contribute to efforts that strengthen the organization’s reputation as a desirable employer.
• Make sure hiring practices follow federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Handle applicant and employee information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Assist with HR projects and broader initiatives as needed by HR leadership.
• Help continuously improve recruitment and onboarding processes.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related area is preferred; equivalent experience may also be considered.
• At least 3 to 5+ years of experience handling full-cycle recruitment in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong understanding of sourcing methods, recruiting best practices, and the talent acquisition lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across levels.
• Strong organizational ability and comfort managing several requisitions at once.
• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to keep records and documentation accurate.
• Capable of working independently while also partnering effectively with an HR team.
• Working knowledge of employment law and recruitment compliance requirements.
• Professional, discreet, and service-oriented toward candidates.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Office-based work in a clean, well-lit setting with occasional temperature changes and nearby coworkers.
• For field-facing staff and community liaisons, frequent travel to client homes or community locations may be required.
• Must be able to drive safely for travel related to the role.
• Work in client homes may involve changing temperatures, odors, allergens, pets, and other environmental conditions.
• The job involves extended periods of repetitive computer work using a monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
• May require lifting and carrying equipment or supplies up to 35 pounds.
• May require pushing and pulling equipment or supplies up to 35 pounds.
• Requires walking and standing, along with sitting for more than 75% of the workday.
• Must be able to climb stairs.
• Requires good vision and manual dexterity to operate equipment.

Perks and Benefits

• Employer-sponsored health insurance with a generous employer contribution.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Supplemental benefit options.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 5% company match.
• Accrued paid time off.
• Ten paid company holidays.
• Wellness benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Supportive team structure and a culture that emphasizes work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability.