Recruiter & Workforce Planning Specialist - Supported Living

Workforce Planning Specialist

We are Alpha Supported Living Services, a non-profit organization, we provide residential and community-based services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our primary objective at Alpha is to enhance the quality of life for each of our clients by aiding them in learning, personal development, and fostering increased independence. Since 1974, we've been dedicated to offering supported living, group home, community inclusion, and representative payee services, expanding our reach across King, Snohomish, and Spokane counties in Washington State.

At Alpha, our commitment lies in treating every client with utmost dignity and respect while also valuing and nurturing the abilities of our employees to foster their professional growth.

This position is responsible for full life cycle recruiting, screening and recommending placement of staff by using creative sourcing methods (internal and external) in support of the agency's mission. In addition, this position is responsible for workforce planning and development. Under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources, this position will serve as an expert for recruiting candidates and succession planning.

The Recruiter will interact with leadership and Human Resources team to source, select and develop internal candidates for open positions. The Recruiter must also be familiar with the Guiding Values issued by the Developmental Disabilities Administration. At all times, the Workforce Planning Specialist will seek to act in accord with the principles and values expressed in the guidelines and uphold the agency mission "to serve individuals with developmental disabilities by providing an array of residential and other support services that will result in maximizing the person's quality of life."

Partner with hiring managers and HR leadership to determine staffing needs.

Manage the recruitment process from start to finish, including posting job vacancies, sourcing candidates, and screening applications.

Conduct interviews by phone, virtual platforms, or in-person.

Administer candidate assessments and complete reference and background checks.

Present employment offers and explain benefits, compensation, and agency agreements to candidates.

Coordinate hiring workflows for Direct Support Professionals (DSP) with HR Coordinators and Compliance Managers.

Coordinate hiring workflows for administrative and non-DSP roles with relevant hiring managers.

Manage internal promotions and transfers in coordination with HR leadership.

Maintain and update the applicant tracking system (ATS).

Provide training and guidance to hiring managers on how to use the ATS and follow established hiring procedures.

Collect and track hiring metrics to assist in departmental planning and reporting.

Represent the agency as a brand ambassador at career fairs, events, and community meetings.

Build and maintain relationships with schools, community organizations, and workforce groups to identify new recruitment sources.

Participate in task forces, committees, and professional organizations to promote the agency and stay informed on industry trends.

Identify barriers to recruitment and retention and work with program staff to develop strategies to address these challenges.

Administer surveys to assess vacancy rates, service needs, and training requirements.

Facilitate internal and external discussions, such as training sessions, round tables, and webinars, regarding workforce and recruitment concerns.

Assist the HR Director in developing succession plans and career pathways for staff.

Ensure all hiring practices follow federal and state employment laws and regulations.

Attend mandatory staff meetings, training sessions, and seminars.

Complete annual training requirements, including First Aid, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Mandated Reporter status.

Operate a personal or agency vehicle for business use. Maintain a valid Washington State driver's license, vehicle registration, and insurance.

Provide a driver's abstract every year or upon agency request.

Perform other daily duties as assigned.

Use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), HRIS platforms, and…