Recruiter - Independence, MO

Position Summary

The Direct Support Professional Recruiter is responsible for sourcing, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates to serve as Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). This role plays a critical part in ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive quality care and support by maintaining a strong pipeline of compassionate, reliable, and skilled staff. The recruiter partners closely with hiring managers, program directors, and HR to meet staffing needs and build a workforce aligned with the organization’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract top candidates for DSP roles.
• Proactively source candidates through job boards, social media, community events, job fairs, schools, and local organizations.
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, applicant screening, interviewing, reference checks, and offers.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, workforce development agencies, and educational institutions to create a steady talent pipeline.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational hiring policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate candidate tracking in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and recruitment logs.
• Partner with program leadership to understand staffing needs and forecast hiring trends.
• Represent the organization in a professional, mission-driven manner to promote the role of DSPs and encourage community interest in caregiving careers.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation of new hires as needed.
• Track and report on recruitment metrics (time-to-fill, source effectiveness, retention, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of recruitment experience, preferably in human services, healthcare, or high-volume hourly recruiting.
• Knowledge of direct care or developmental disability services is a strong plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse candidate pools.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Demonstrated ability to recruit with creativity and persistence in competitive labor markets.

Key Competencies

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices.
• Relationship-building and networking skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Passion for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.

Working Conditions

• Standard office environment with regular travel to job fairs, schools, and community events.
• May require occasional evening or weekend availability for recruitment activities.

** This position is 100% on-site**