Why Join UCS:

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful care to individuals and families in our community through programs, services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers, psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15 facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that provide mental health, substance use disorder, and developmental-disability services and supports in every county in Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

UCS Offers Generous Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Generous paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities
• Free clinical supervision towards licensure
• Loan repayment and tuition assistance program
• Award winning worksite wellness program
• An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committee.
• Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent, assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.

This position can be hybrid.

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE:
Under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Recruiter performs varied duties to attract, recruit, and onboard new employees with efficiency and effectiveness.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.0 RECRUITMENT
In cooperation with the Executive Director, Division Directors, and their management teams, develops a strategic and effective approach to attract, recruit, and hire employees for vacant positions. Candidates are sourced both internally through the Career Mobility Process and externally via best practices in recruitment and outreach methods. Develops compelling job postings that attract qualified candidates and uses recruitment/marketing platforms that maximize the Agency's exposure and access to ideal candidates. Pre-screens candidates for minimum qualifications and core competencies. Schedules and conducts interviews in cooperation with hiring managers. Provides interview guidance and HR insight to managers regarding candidate fit. Obtain and/or collaborate with the HR Generalist in gathering required references and ensures that all conditional offers of employment are within existing compensation guidelines. Collaborate with HR Generalist on their completion of background checks to ensure timely start date. Follow through on any variances or adverse action needed pending questionable background findings.

Ensures compliance with EEO guidelines and best practices pertaining to applicant tracking and related records retention.

2.0 ONBOARDING
Actively participates in new staff orientation for all personnel in cooperation and coordination with HR Generalist and HR Specialist, ensuring that initial training requirements are satisfied and in accordance with agency onboarding and orientation policy. Ensures an effective and welcoming greeting to the newly hired employee. In conjunction with the Director of HR, proactively develops recommendations and/or solutions regarding recruitment and retention needs in response to workforce trends, HR outcome data, and 90-day Engagement Survey feedback. Ensures the accurate provision of any new hire and onboarding paperwork and/or notifications; and/or smooth coordination with the HR Generalist in related matters.

3.0 COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT ADMINISTRATION:
Works in cooperation with the Director of HR to ensure the administration of employee compensation and benefits plans in accordance with the legal Plan documents, policies and procedures and related laws. This includes collaboration with the Director of HR, Division Directors, and the Director of Finance on matters pertaining to wage and salaries specified on Job Orders, salary (re)negotiations and/or unique circumstances that may alter the job order or job offer. The HR Recruiter makes recommendation for specific wage/salary offer within a prescribed range, troubleshoots and/or or provides wage research as needed, while ensuring equity, compliance, and ethical business practices. Incumbent also ensures the protection of Personally Identifiable Information and employee privacy in all modes of business communication and/or record keeping including PHI where applicable. Conducts special salary surveys as assigned. Conducts wage comparables analysis and wage studies.

4.0 EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS
Fosters a culture that supports positive inter-departmental relationships. Provides direct assistance to managers and supervisors when called upon to support their new employee engagement. Identifies onboarding engagement trends and/or management training gaps. Interprets agency policies, as applicable, seeking guidance from the Director of Human Resources as needed or when there is an emergent concern. Provides support and guidance to managers on the practical application of labor laws impacting recruitment and/or hiring decisions to ensure compliance. Participates in agency workgroups that promote employee recruitment, retention, and/or development as assigned. Assists in the facilitation and planning of events and celebrations that promote workforce engagement including but not limited to the annual staff luncheon, staff and family picnic, and staff appreciation week.

5.0 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Contribute in a manner that supports UCS as a Center of Excellence where UCS is a "great place to work" and "great place to get care". Participate in the review of workforce data sets to identify gaps in employee talent and/or engagement. Use effective interviewing techniques to provide or obtain retention and/or exit interview feedback, and record findings accordingly. Respond to emergent needs.

6.0 DELIVERY OF HUMAN RESOURCES PRODUCTS
Serves as a general subject matter expert to employees in the delivery of UCS human resources supports and services, with a greater emphasis on recruitment. Employs standard operating policies and procedures when responding to customer need including those from job applicants, employees, and agency leadership. Ensures equity, compliance, and ethical HR business practices in the performance of duties. Partners with leadership throughout the agency on strategic HR interventions. Applies experience and expertise to contribute suggestions and solutions to recruitment challenges. Compiles data for reports. Identifies and reports trends. Provides deliverables with high attention to accuracy, timeliness, and awareness of broader workforce implications.

7.0 SPECIAL PROJECTS
Completes special projects as assigned.

* In addition, performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of work experience in human resources, business, or a related field OR an Associate's degree in human resources, business, or a related field plus 2 years of work experience OR a Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. A PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

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