Onboarding Coordinator

Ascentria Care Alliance

Background Coordinator coordinating employment screenings and onboarding for Ascentria Care Alliance's Senior Services Division. Detail-oriented role ensuring compliance and supporting high-volume hiring efforts.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeWorcester • Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $24 - $29 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and monitor pre-employment screenings including: CORI checks, National background checks, OIG exclusions, Sex offender registry checks, Driving record (MVR) checks, License and certification verification, State-specific compliance requirements
Track pending screenings and follow up to ensure timely completion
Escalate delays, discrepancies, or compliance concerns appropriately
Support onboarding documentation and pre-employment workflows
Ensure records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready
Assist with I-9 coordination and onboarding documentation
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Maintain accurate records within HRIS/ATS systems
Generate status updates and screening reports
Assist with process improvements and workflow tracking
Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the onboarding process
Support candidates with onboarding questions and required documentation
Help create a positive, welcoming experience aligned with Ascentria’s mission and values

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
1–3 years of experience in HR, onboarding, recruiting coordination, compliance, healthcare administration, or related field preferred
Experience with background screening or onboarding processes strongly preferred
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Experience supporting healthcare, nonprofit, or multi-state organizations preferred
Familiarity with Sterling, DISA, or similar screening platforms preferred
Knowledge of healthcare or human services compliance requirements preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Mission-driven nonprofit organization
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Opportunity to contribute to critical hiring and onboarding operations
Valuable hands-on HR and compliance experience

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Hard Skills & Tools

background screeningonboarding processescompliance requirementsrecord keepingHRISATS

Soft Skills

organizational skillsattention to detailcommunication skillsprofessionalismdiscretion

Certifications

high school diplomaassociate degreebachelor's degree