About this role
NAFI Connecticut provides programs, consultation, and support services in a variety of settings across Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. We work with adults, children, and families to increase communication and social skills, improve relationships, increase circles of support, and provide therapeutic services based on best-practice research. We believe that people can change, and we work to empower each individual in their own care.
Are you a people person who loves connecting the right people with the right opportunity?
At NAFI Connecticut (NAFI CT), we believe the right people change lives. Every day, our employees make a meaningful difference for children, adults, and families throughout Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island. NAFI Connecticut is looking for a Bilingual Recruiter to join our HR team and help us find the talented, compassionate people who make our mission possible. This is a great opportunity for someone with recruiting, HR, customer service, sales, community outreach, or related experience who wants to build a career in recruiting. You don't need years of recruiting experience—we're looking for someone who is organized, outgoing, resourceful, and comfortable talking to people, with the ability to build relationships and make candidates feel welcome.
What You'll Do
You'll play a key role in attracting exceptional talent by:
• Building relationships with candidates through networking, community outreach, and recruiting events
• Developing creative strategies to attract diverse and multilingual candidates
• Managing the full recruitment lifecycle, including posting positions, sourcing candidates, and screening applicants, scheduling interviews and maintaining communication throughout the hiring process
• Managing and maintain the applicant tracking system (ATS) by creating and updating job postings, tracking candidate activity, and ensuring data integrity
• Partnering with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and identify top talent
• Representing NAFI CT at job fairs, colleges, universities, and community events
• Creating engaging recruiting marketing materials and social media content to strengthen NAFI CT's employer brand
• Monitoring recruiting metrics and recommending process improvements to enhance the candidate experience and hiring outcomes.
• Serving as a positive ambassador the NAFI CT ensuring every candidate has a processional and welcoming experience from the first contact through onboarding
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is:
• Fluent in English and Spanish (required)
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• An excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships
• Organized, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable networking in the community and representing our organization
• Experienced in recruiting, talent acquisition, community outreach, marketing, or a related field
• Familiar with applicant tracking systems and recruiting technology
Experience in recruiting, HR, customer service, sales, marketing, community outreach, or a related field is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates strong communication, relationship-building, and organizational skills.
Why You'll Love Working Here
We know great employees deserve great support. We offer:
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Three weeks of paid vacation in your first year
• Paid holidays and sick time
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and college tuition discounts
• Free professional development and CEU opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• A collaborative, supportive culture where your work truly matters
Salary: $60,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.
Inclusivity and Non-Discrimination Statement:
NAFI Connecticut, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class. Inclusivity and removing barriers are important to us. We are passionate about instilling a sense of belonging, celebrating diverse perspectives, and offering equal opportunities for employees to contribute and grow. We encourage members of underrepresented or marginalized communities and all those that share in these beliefs to apply.
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