Talent Acquisition Specialist – PFT Full Time

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.” 

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Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience

In this role you will support the continued growth of VHA by attracting top talent with the corporate team. You will be responsible for the entire life cycle of talent acquisition and onboarding, including progressive integrated recruitment solutions using multiple sources such as direct sourcing, employee referrals, online/digital sourcing (incl. social media, job boards, industry associations) and networking. You will contribute to human resources department initiatives to support VHA’s goals and objectives. Reporting to the Supervisor, Talent Acquisition and Onboarding, you will work closely with the HR team, key stakeholders, and will role model VHA’s organizational values.

Key Areas of Accountability

VHA’s Talent Acquisition Specialist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:

• Plans, coordinates and implements all recruitment activities including posting jobs, sourcing candidates, reviewing resumes, conducting phones screens, performing interviews, checking references and background checks, creating and issuing offer letters, and onboarding new hires.

• Designs job postings and place them with the most effective sources to attract candidates.

• Conducts a thorough selection process, and keep accurate interview and evaluation records.

• Selects employees in collaboration with the hiring manager or coordinator, coordinate start date, processes new employee documentation, and opens employee file.

• Assists in identifying hiring needs based on input from all departments and future initiatives.

• Monitors internal activities and external information to identify trends and impact on the organization.

• Participates in team meetings with a commitment to contribution and service development and on project teams as appropriate.

• Provide statistics and information for reports and decision making.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree and/or certificate in Human Resources.

• Minimum 3 years of Human Resources experience in full-cycle corporate recruitment.

• Active participation in the Human Resources Professional Association development program preferred.

• Knowledge and practical experience with employment legislation.

• Experience in a unionized environment and knowledge of labour relations.

• Demonstrated knowledge of ATS and HRIS (Workday experience an asset).

• Experience in HR analytics is an asset.

• Ability to integrate the use of technology to streamline work activities

• Excellent interviewing, communication and presentation skills.

• Strong computer skills in MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

• Solid understanding of key HR concepts and how they apply to the workplace.

• Demonstrated customer service and relationship building skills.

• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

• Demonstrated creativity and innovation in identifying unique methods for recruiting and selecting.

• Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive work and learning environment. 

• Demonstrated efforts to continuously develop and upgrade skills.

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development

• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

• Mentorship and peer support

• Career development opportunities

• Employee and family assistance program

• Wellness resources

• Perks & discounts

• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.