Human Resources & Recruiting Coordinator

Pay: $25.44 - $30.63 per hour

Job description:

We are a New Jersey-based human services organization providing Housing Supports, Home Health, and Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) services to individuals across all 21 counties in New Jersey.

Our programs help individuals with complex needs—including those experiencing housing instability, medical challenges, or developmental disabilities—access stable housing, healthcare services, and community-based support.

Our team works closely with healthcare providers and community partners to ensure individuals receive the services needed to live safely and independently in the community.

As our programs continue to grow statewide, we are expanding our internal team to support recruitment, training, and workforce development for the staff delivering these critical services.

HR / Recruiting Coordinator

Housing, Healthcare & Community Services

Position Overview

The HR / Recruiting Coordinator will lead recruitment efforts for a growing organization providing Housing Supports, Home Health, and IDD services across New Jersey.

This role is responsible for managing the hiring pipeline for critical frontline roles including:

• Housing Specialists
• Case Managers
• Direct Support Professionals
• Home Health staff
• Administrative support roles

The coordinator will oversee job postings, candidate screening, initial interviews, and hiring coordination to ensure the organization continues to build a strong workforce capable of serving individuals with complex social, medical, and housing needs.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting recruitment for human services, healthcare, or nonprofit organizations.

Position Overview

The HR / Recruiting Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the growth and development of our workforce by managing recruitment efforts and coordinating hiring activities for the organization.

This role will help attract and identify qualified candidates for frontline and administrative roles that support housing stabilization, home health services, and IDD programs.

The coordinator will oversee the recruitment process from job posting through initial candidate screening and interview coordination, ensuring an organized and efficient hiring process that supports program growth.

This position works closely with leadership to ensure the organization maintains a strong, mission-driven workforce capable of serving individuals with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Hiring

• Post job openings on recruitment platforms including Indeed, LinkedIn, nonprofit job boards, and social service hiring platforms
• Screen resumes and evaluate candidate qualifications
• Conduct first-round screening interviews to assess candidate experience, communication skills, and job readiness
• Coordinate interview scheduling with program leadership
• Maintain an organized recruitment pipeline and applicant tracking system
• Communicate with candidates throughout the hiring process
• Provide leadership with recommended candidates for final interviews

Workforce Development Support

• Assist with identifying staffing needs across housing, healthcare, and IDD programs
• Support recruitment strategies to attract candidates with experience in case management, social services, healthcare, and disability services
• Track hiring activity and recruitment metrics
• Maintain strong candidate communication to ensure a positive hiring experience

Hiring Administration

• Prepare and send employment offer letters
• Coordinate background checks and employment verification
• Assist with new hire onboarding documentation
• Ensure all required hiring paperwork is completed and properly filed

HR Record Management

• Maintain employee personnel records and documentation
• Ensure HR records remain organized and compliant with internal policies
• Support HR administrative tasks related to employee onboarding and workforce management

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting recruitment or HR functions within human services, healthcare, nonprofit organizations, or social service environments.

Candidates should be comfortable communicating with applicants, coordinating hiring logistics, and supporting a growing workforce that serves individuals with complex needs.

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Services, or related field (preferred but not required)
• 2–3 years experience in HR, recruiting, or administrative coordination
• Experience conducting candidate screening or interviews
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple hiring processes simultaneously
• Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, housing, or social services environments preferred

Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and scheduling abilities
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional and respectful candidate interaction

Why Join Our Organization

Joining our team provides an opportunity to work with a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals facing housing instability, healthcare challenges, and developmental disabilities.

Our work directly impacts communities across New Jersey by helping individuals access safe housing, essential healthcare services, and long-term support systems.

As we continue to grow our programs statewide, we are committed to building a strong workforce that reflects our values of compassion, professionalism, and community impact.

Please no recruiting agencies or third-party staffing firms.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

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