Full-Time

Shared Living Recruitment Coordinator

Deadline 1/28/27
Advocates

Advocates

1,001-5,000 employees

Nonprofit providing family care and autism

Compensation Overview

$21 - $23.50/hr

Framingham, MA, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; requires travel within approx. 1 hour of Framingham, MA.

Category
People & HR (2)
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Required Skills
Customer Service
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years of experience in an office, administrative and/or customer service setting.
  • Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Exceptional organizational, time-management, and multitasking capabilities with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
  • Outstanding customer-service orientation with commitment to responsiveness and relationship building.
  • Ability to work productively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact professionally and collaboratively with management, staff, and external partners.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to maintain a professional approach and handle confidential materials.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to an operational and insured vehicle for work-related travel.
  • Travel within approximately one hour of Framingham.
  • Hybrid position with flexible hours within the Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm schedule.
Responsibilities
  • Provide overall administrative support to the Shared Living Referral team including maintaining and processing documents and records.
  • Serve as customer service contact for Shared Living team; respond to caregiver inquiries.
  • Respond to inquiries and form submissions from potential caregivers; conduct initial phone screenings and distribute application packets.
  • In collaboration with Shared Living team members, conduct interviews for potential caregivers determining the overall eligibility for a caregiver; match and present viable candidates to Shared Living Referral Team based on interview results.
  • Conduct and track reference checks for potential caregivers.
  • Maintain an active and diverse pipeline of prospective caregivers through community engagement and follow-up; maintain accurate and up-to-date short profiles for potential caregivers.
  • Maintain tracking sheet for active caregivers.
  • Complete home assessments and environmental checklists to ensure suitability.
  • Stay abreast of recruiting trends and best practices.
  • Adhere to all principles related to the Advocates Way.
  • Attend and actively participate in supervision and team meetings.
  • Perform all duties in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Strictly follow all agency Performance Standards.

Advocates is a nonprofit organization that provides care programs and partners with community groups to support people with disabilities, mental health needs, and family caregivers. It operates through programs like Adult Family Care, which places individuals in family-like settings, and group homes for people with autism, all funded by donations, grants, and fundraising events such as its annual gala. The organization works with community partners to expand its services and reach a wider audience. Its leadership guides a mission to offer compassionate care and practical solutions to improve people’s lives. The main goal is to help clients live meaningful, supported lives by connecting them with appropriate care options and supportive networks.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Framingham, Massachusetts

Founded

1975

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What believers are saying

  • Serves over 40,000 individuals across Massachusetts, Rhode Island.
  • Comprehensive autism supports including ABA Centers, Neurodiversity @ Work.
  • Foundation grant expands bilingual behavioral healthcare.

What critics are saying

  • DRNJ lawsuits cause 40-60% client loss in 12-18 months.
  • Massachusetts Medicaid cuts force group home layoffs in 3-6 months.
  • Teladoc erodes Mobile Crisis reimbursements by 45-65% in 12-18 months.

What makes Advocates unique

  • Nationally recognized for Prader-Willi Syndrome supports.
  • Specialized services for Deaf adults with disabilities.
  • Innovative alternatives like Mobile Crisis Intervention.

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