Talent Acquisition Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

At McLeod Centers for Wellbeing, our mission is to build a foundation of healing and hope based on equity, education, and evidence-based practice for all communities. A nonprofit founded in 1969 in Charlotte, North Carolina, we have since grown to be one of the largest providers of comprehensive substance use disorder treatment in western North Carolina. From initial assessment to customized aftercare, McLeod Centers provides compassionate, steadfast support for our patients’ journey to recovery. We are looking for passionate people to join our team!

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is currently searching for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to work in its People Operations department at its headquarters in Charlotte, NC. This is a hybrid role .

How will you help us achieve our mission? You will:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for clinical and non-clinical roles

• Draft offers and coordinate all pre-employment requirements

• Oversee onboarding and orientation alongside L&D

• Manage vendor relationships and contract staff onboarding

• Maintain accurate records in the applicant tracking system (ATS)

• Support internship placement and hiring compliance

• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruitment strategies

• Represent McLeod’s mission and values throughout the hiring process

What are the qualifications needed for this role?

• 2+ years of dedicated recruitment experience, ideally in healthcare or nonprofit settings

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

• Familiarity with employment law, onboarding processes, and ATS platforms

• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

• HR or healthcare recruiting certification a plus (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, CHCR)
  

What we offer you as an employee:

• Balanced Lifestyle: Enjoy a 37.5-hour work week to support a better work/life balance.

• Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Access medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with FSA and HSA options.

• Employer Paid Benefits: Benefit from 100% employer-paid short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and EAP services.

• Financial Security: Secure your future with a 401(k) plan and up to 3% company match after 90 days.

• Generous Leave Policies: Take advantage of PTO, sick leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and parent-child education time.

• Holiday Benefits: Enjoy 9 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, and a paid day off during your birthday month.

• Student Loan Forgiveness: Eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) as a nonprofit employee.

• Continuous Growth Opportunities: Access free CEUs, clinical supervision, and career development support.

• Recruitment-Specific Support: Be part of a collaborative HR team that values innovation, candidate experience, and mission alignment.
  

Research indicates that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply for jobs only when they believe they meet 100% of the qualifications. At McLeod Centers, we encourage you to challenge this statistic and apply. It's rare for anyone to meet every qualification. We look forward to hearing from you!