HR & Recruitment Specialist
ICES: Data, Discovery, Better Health, Tualatin, OR, United States
Who We Are
Empowered Services is a one-on-one Attendant Care agency supporting individuals in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) community across Oregon. We inspire and support the unique individuals and families we serve, empowering them to participate in their communities and live their best lives. Our core values drive everything we do: Integrity, Empathy, Synergy, Community, Advocacy, and Legacy. About the Role
We’re looking for an HR & Recruitment Specialist who is people-first, detail-driven, and ready to manage the full employee lifecycle — from hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), caregivers, and team members to onboarding, benefits coordination, and ongoing HR operations. You’ll partner with our operations team to ensure caregivers and team members are recruited, credentialed, and placed effectively. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer. What You’ll Do
Manage full-cycle recruitment for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), caregivers, and team members Post jobs, source candidates, screen applications, and conduct interviews Evaluate candidates for skills, experience, role fit, and alignment with our mission Make hiring recommendations, prepare offers, and communicate with applicants Staff hiring events and job fairs in partnership with our community outreach team Move candidates efficiently through hiring and onboarding to meet staffing needs Onboard & Credential
Lead onboarding — paperwork, background checks, credentialing, and compliance Coordinate caregiver placement with our intake and matching teams Ensure all documentation meets Oregon regulatory standards Support Our Team
Administer benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Leave Oregon) and track leave balances Maintain employee records in BambooHR, reconcile with our scheduling system, and ensure data integrity across both platforms Support employee questions, assist with issue resolution, and conduct exit interviews Prepare internal communications on policy and compliance updates Track the employee referral program and associated bonuses Ensure Compliance & Confidentiality
This role involves access to sensitive employee and customer information. You’ll be expected to maintain strict confidentiality and support compliance across hiring, credentialing, and records management. What Success Looks Like
Candidates move quickly through hiring and onboarding Employee records and compliance stay accurate and current New hires are ready to work and supported from day one Hiring and onboarding processes support workforce readiness and strong early retention What You Bring
A genuine heart for people and a passion for serving the IDD community Experience in recruiting, HR operations, benefits administration, or administrative coordination Strong communication skills — written and verbal Highly organized with attention to detail in a high-volume environment Comfortable with HR software (BambooHR or similar) and Google/Windows platforms Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security requirements preferred Familiarity with Oregon employment law and BOLI regulations preferred Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred but not required Must be cleared through Oregon’s Background Check Unit (BCU) Knowledge of the I/DD community preferred High school diploma or GED required Compensation & Benefits
Hourly rate: $29.00+ Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexible) Medical, dental, and vision insurance PTO and performance bonus 401K with 3% employer match Why Empowered Services?
The right people make all the difference. As our HR & Recruitment Specialist, you’ll build the team that ensures IDD individuals and families receive compassionate, dependable care. If you enjoy working with people, building relationships, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Empowered Services is an equal opportunity and fair chance employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital or family status,age, or any other protected class. We do not inquire into criminal history until after a conditional offer. A background checkis required due to access to vulnerable individuals. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify a candidate. Empowered Services — Inspiration. Opportunity. Support. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Empowered Services is a one-on-one Attendant Care agency supporting individuals in the Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) community across Oregon. We inspire and support the unique individuals and families we serve, empowering them to participate in their communities and live their best lives. Our core values drive everything we do: Integrity, Empathy, Synergy, Community, Advocacy, and Legacy. About the Role
We’re looking for an HR & Recruitment Specialist who is people-first, detail-driven, and ready to manage the full employee lifecycle — from hiring Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), caregivers, and team members to onboarding, benefits coordination, and ongoing HR operations. You’ll partner with our operations team to ensure caregivers and team members are recruited, credentialed, and placed effectively. This role reports to the Chief Operating Officer. What You’ll Do
Manage full-cycle recruitment for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), caregivers, and team members Post jobs, source candidates, screen applications, and conduct interviews Evaluate candidates for skills, experience, role fit, and alignment with our mission Make hiring recommendations, prepare offers, and communicate with applicants Staff hiring events and job fairs in partnership with our community outreach team Move candidates efficiently through hiring and onboarding to meet staffing needs Onboard & Credential
Lead onboarding — paperwork, background checks, credentialing, and compliance Coordinate caregiver placement with our intake and matching teams Ensure all documentation meets Oregon regulatory standards Support Our Team
Administer benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Leave Oregon) and track leave balances Maintain employee records in BambooHR, reconcile with our scheduling system, and ensure data integrity across both platforms Support employee questions, assist with issue resolution, and conduct exit interviews Prepare internal communications on policy and compliance updates Track the employee referral program and associated bonuses Ensure Compliance & Confidentiality
This role involves access to sensitive employee and customer information. You’ll be expected to maintain strict confidentiality and support compliance across hiring, credentialing, and records management. What Success Looks Like
Candidates move quickly through hiring and onboarding Employee records and compliance stay accurate and current New hires are ready to work and supported from day one Hiring and onboarding processes support workforce readiness and strong early retention What You Bring
A genuine heart for people and a passion for serving the IDD community Experience in recruiting, HR operations, benefits administration, or administrative coordination Strong communication skills — written and verbal Highly organized with attention to detail in a high-volume environment Comfortable with HR software (BambooHR or similar) and Google/Windows platforms Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and security requirements preferred Familiarity with Oregon employment law and BOLI regulations preferred Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred but not required Must be cleared through Oregon’s Background Check Unit (BCU) Knowledge of the I/DD community preferred High school diploma or GED required Compensation & Benefits
Hourly rate: $29.00+ Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (flexible) Medical, dental, and vision insurance PTO and performance bonus 401K with 3% employer match Why Empowered Services?
The right people make all the difference. As our HR & Recruitment Specialist, you’ll build the team that ensures IDD individuals and families receive compassionate, dependable care. If you enjoy working with people, building relationships, and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Empowered Services is an equal opportunity and fair chance employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital or family status,age, or any other protected class. We do not inquire into criminal history until after a conditional offer. A background checkis required due to access to vulnerable individuals. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify a candidate. Empowered Services — Inspiration. Opportunity. Support. #J-18808-Ljbffr