Hiring Specialist

Empowered Services•Tualatin, OR

21h•$27

About The Position

Empowered Services is seeking a compassionate, organized, and highly motivated Hiring Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a vital part in building the team that supports individuals in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) community across Oregon. The Hiring Specialist is responsible for overseeing the recruitment and onboarding of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and other providers. This position works closely with management, county coordinators, providers, and applicants to ensure we are hiring qualified and compassionate staff who align with Empowered Services’ mission of providing high-quality, person-centered care. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys connecting with people, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where organization and communication are key. This position will start in May of 2026.

Requirements

Heart for people and the ability to meet our core vales: integrity, empathy, synergy, community, advocacy, and legacy.
Experience in recruiting, hiring, HR, or administrative coordination preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Comfortable learning and working within HR software systems
Passion for supporting individuals in the IDD community
Proficient with Google and Windows platforms (including Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Excel, and Word)
Knowledge of the I/DD community
Be cleared through a federal background check
Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma/GED
Candidates must be able to: Communicate professionally and genuinely with customers, co-workers, providers, and visitors.
Skilled in written and verbal communication
Identify, solve, and respond to critical situations
Collect customer and provider feedback
Be a team player and work with people of different ages and skill levels
Prioritize while remaining flexible and adaptable
Handle high-volume work with professionalism
Demonstrate empathy and understanding of our customers, families, and provider needs
Accept guidance, supervision, and coaching
Meet company and department deadlines

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish & English) is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Manage the recruitment process for Direct Support Professionals
Review applications, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidates for alignment with customer needs
Coordinate hiring decisions and communicate next steps with applicants
Oversee onboarding processes, ensuring all required paperwork and trainings are completed
Maintain accurate employee records within HR systems such as BambooHR
Coordinate background checks and employment eligibility documentation
Communicate with county coordinators, internal staff, and applicants to support provider placement
Write job postings, organize recruitment outreach, and lead the company's hiring strategy
Ensure compliance with state and federal employment requirements
Reply to all emails, text messages, and voicemails daily (within 24 hours)
Answer incoming calls
Operate the MAGICARD Pronto badge printer