Experienced Healthcare Recruiter

What we offer

Stride Autism Centers provides a hybrid work arrangement based in Davenport, Iowa, with an annual compensation starting at $50,000. The role centers on championing candidates with a high-touch, personalized approach while strategically sourcing RBTs and BCBAs. Expect a mission-driven culture that values collaboration with clinic leadership, ongoing professional growth, and a focus on maintaining Stride’s authentic brand across all recruiting touchpoints.

• 401(k) plan
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Hybrid remote work setup

Core values and cultural leadership

• Do What’s Right: Represent Stride professionally, ethically, and positively with all stakeholders
• Continuous Improvement: Optimize workflows and recruitment needs through ongoing evaluation of the ATS
• Collaborate, Collaborate, Collaborate: Partner across teams to align on talent needs and fill roles
• Infuse Joy: Create a positive candidate experience and highlight the meaningful impact of ABA therapy
• Care BIG: Seek mission-driven therapists who will best support families

Responsibilities

• Be the primary advocate and professional face of Stride, delivering timely, personalized communications within 24–48 hours and offering a white-glove candidate experience
• Act as a true partner with clinic leadership to align hiring with clinical caseloads and ensure cultural and clinical fit
• Continuously audit the candidate journey to remove friction from application through orientation
• Source talent creatively across job boards, social channels, and professional networks
• Use the ATS as the trusted source of truth to enhance recruitment workflows
• Coordinate with local teams to schedule video interviews and arrange second-round onsite evaluations
• Leverage ATS automation and scheduling tools to reduce administrative burden while preserving a human connection
• Provide the Director of Talent Acquisition with updates on recruitment needs and pipeline health
• Consistently represent Stride’s brand across channels, events, and candidate communications
• Engage in job fairs, conferences, and in-house hiring events to build a talent community
• Conduct online market research to stay ahead of trends and talent availability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 3 years of recruiting and onboarding experience; experience in human services or healthcare is preferred
• Experience using a wide range of talent-sourcing channels and strong computer skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, strong rapport-building, and excellent time management
• Positive, growth-oriented mindset with the ability to learn and adapt as needs evolve
• A deep-seated passion for healthcare and supporting individuals with special needs

Technologies we use

• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
• Video platforms
• Social media platforms

Working conditions

• Environment: Primarily home-based with up to 25% travel to venues, colleges, and clinic locations in the Midwest (SD, IA, NE, IL)
• Physical: Focused workstation presence and use of digital recruiting tools

Compensation and location

Pay starts at $50,000 per year. This is a hybrid remote role based in Davenport, IA 52807.