Home Instead is seeking a talented Recruiting and Engagement Coordinator to manage the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing engagement of caregivers, including Home Health Aides. Home Instead is a leading home care provider serving Somerset and Middlesex Counties.The Recruiting and Engagement Coordinator is responsible for maintaining a strong caregiver pipeline, guiding candidates through the hiring process, coordinating onboarding, and helping caregivers feel supported throughout their employment.The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced office environment. Strong communication, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through are essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement effective caregiver recruiting strategies
- Work with management to identify staffing needs and hiring priorities
- Write and post job advertisements on appropriate recruiting platforms
- Source candidates through job boards, databases, referrals, and community outreach
- Review applications and resumes to identify qualified candidates
- Conduct phone, Zoom, and in-person interviews
- Coordinate reference checks, background checks, credential verification, and other pre-employment requirements
- Communicate with candidates throughout the application and hiring process
- Prepare new-hire paperwork and ensure required documentation is complete and accurate
- Coordinate and lead caregiver orientation and onboarding
- Maintain accurate records of applicants, interviews, onboarding, and new hires
- Support caregiver engagement and retention through regular communication, check-ins, recognition efforts, and employee events
- Validate and export caregiver payroll information to ensure hours and pay rates are accurate
- Stay current on effective recruiting methods and hiring practices
- Assist with general office administration and daily operational needs
- Provide occasional evening or weekend on-call support when regularly scheduled staff are unavailable
Required Qualifications
- At least one year of experience in a fast-paced office, staffing, human resources, scheduling, or administrative environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines
- Ability to communicate professionally and warmly with applicants, caregivers, clients, and office staff
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software, technology, and office systems quickly
- Ability to maintain confidential employee and applicant information
- Comfort conducting phone, Zoom, and in-person interviews
Preferred Qualifications
- Home care, healthcare, staffing agency, or medical office experience
- Experience using an applicant tracking system, HR database, or candidate management system
- Experience coordinating reference checks, background screenings, or structured interviews
- Familiarity with caregiver credentialing and onboarding requirements
The successful candidate will take ownership of the hiring process, keep candidates informed, maintain accurate records, and build positive relationships with caregivers and the office team.
Job Type: Full-time
Base Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Somerset, NJ 08873 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Somerset, NJ 08873: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
