Director of Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning

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Help us Build a Thriving New England! Ascentria Care Alliance has been transforming underserved communities for over 150 years, providing a wide range of services to children, families, and seniors across five states. Recognized as one of the largest human services nonprofits in New England and one of the top 100 women‑led businesses in Massachusetts, we envision vibrant communities where all individuals have access to resources to support one another to overcome challenges and seize opportunities.
If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below. Work Location/Program Overview: This role combines enterprise strategy, operational excellence, and people’s leadership, overseeing and developing a team of five recruiters to deliver exceptional talent outcomes across the organization. The Senior Director will collaborate closely with senior leaders to ensure Ascentria attracts, engages, and retains top talent who are deeply aligned with our mission and culture of care. This position requires ability to travel (25% of the time) to Ascentria offices, senior care facilities, and recruitment events across New England (must have reliable, accessible transportation).
Position Overview: The Director of Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning is a mission‑critical leadership role responsible for shaping and executing Ascentria’s enterprise‑wide talent acquisition strategy. Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, this leader will serve as both a strategic business partner to our Senior Care Services and Community Care divisions, and a hands‑on driver of innovative, value‑driven recruitment practices.
Here’s what we’re looking for:
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field and a minimum of 5+ years of recruitment and/or HR experience and must have minimum of 3 years’ experience supervising recruitment staff.
Proven ability to design and execute creative sourcing strategies (social media, networking, and passive candidate outreach).
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive hiring practices and advancing workforce equity.
Hands‑on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (UKG, Dayforce Recruiting preferred).
Solid understanding of employment laws and compliance practices.
Strong decision‑making and judgment skills in fast‑paced environments.
Ability to build collaborative partnerships across multiple levels and functions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Ability to travel (25% of the time) to Ascentria offices, senior care facilities, and recruitment events across New England (must have reliable, accessible transportation).
Here’s why you should join us: We prioritize our employees’ wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package, for those who qualify, and a supportive workplace culture where all are encouraged and empowered to drive change, make a difference, and enjoy life outside of work.
Ascentria offers the following employee benefits:
High quality/affordable health, dental, and vision insurance to support your overall wellness
Flexible Spending Account to help manage eligible expenses
A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match
A full‑service Employee Assistance Program with many free and accessible services and supports
Generous tuition reimbursement to invest in your professional growth and development
Paid time off which increases as your tenure grows and holidays for work‑life balance
A workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, where all voices are heard and respected
When you join Ascentria, you’re not just taking on a job—you’re stepping into a role that empowers you to grow personally and professionally while contributing to a meaningful mission. Transform lives and communities with Ascentria Care Alliance. Apply today to be a part of our mission‑driven Team Equal Opportunity Employer For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Location:
Worcester, MA
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Human Resources And Personnel

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