Onboarding Coordinator

Onboarding Coordinator (Assignment-Based – 4 Month Position)90% Remote 10% meetings in Corp office.Must be located in MA, ME, CT, VT or NHPeople & Culture / Talent Acquisition Ascentria Care Alliance $24–$29/hourHelp Build Safe, Compliant TeamsAt Ascentria Care Alliance, every hire matters because every employee impacts the lives of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Background Coordinator to support employment screening, compliance tracking, and onboarding coordination across our Senior Services Division.This is a 4-month assignment-based position created to support hiring and onboarding during a high-volume period.Position SummaryThe Background Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and monitoring pre-employment background screening and onboarding compliance activities. This role partners closely with Talent Acquisition, hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and external vendors to ensure screenings and documentation are completed accurately and efficiently.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Assignment Details Compensation: $24–$29/hour Assignment Length: 4 Months Position Type: Assignment-Based / Temporary Schedule: Full-Time Potential for Extension: Based on organizational needsKey ResponsibilitiesBackground & Compliance Coordination Coordinate and monitor pre-employment screenings including:CORI checksNational background checksOIG exclusionsSex offender registry checksDriving record (MVR) checksLicense and certification verificationState-specific compliance requirements Track pending screenings and follow up to ensure timely completion Escalate delays, discrepancies, or compliance concerns appropriatelyOnboarding Support 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 informationReporting & Administrative Support Maintain accurate records within HRIS/ATS systems Generate status updates and screening reports Assist with process improvements and workflow trackingCandidate Experience 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 valuesQualifications 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 discretionPreferred Experience Experience supporting healthcare, nonprofit, or multi-state organizations Familiarity with Sterling,, DISA, or similar screening platforms Knowledge of healthcare or human services compliance requirementsWhy Join Ascentria? Mission-driven nonprofit organization Collaborative and supportive team culture Opportunity to contribute to critical hiring and onboarding operations Valuable hands-on HR and compliance experienceJoin Our MissionAt Ascentria Care Alliance our employees are at the heart of the work we do. If you are passionate about organization, compliance, and creating a positive candidate experience, we would love to hear from you.