In the current candidate-driven job market, recruiters are looking for unique ways to attract talent. Some have resorted to even (dare we say it?) recruitment strategies on the border of weird and wacky. What can we learn from the unusual recruitment tactics that are being used and actually getting results? Here’s a rundown of some unique recruitment strategies that actually work. 

Recruitment strategies that are weird, but actually work 

Recruiters are looking for unique ways to attract talent, from professional stalking to virtual events and VR experiences. With AI and chatbots, companies can more quickly qualify the best candidates for available positions. Get creative to stand out and find the best talent!

If you’re like most of us, you’d love to be wealthier. Having more money would alleviate stress. It would make it easier to pay your bills and buy nicer things. Maybe it’d allow you to spend more time with your kids and go on more vacations. You’re not alone if you wish you could somehow earn a more significant income.

How To Make $100K a Year – No BS Strategies & Advice

Make $100K a year? It's possible! Learn how to get promoted, switch to a higher paying field, maximize your current salary, or start a side hustle. With hard work and smart strategies, you can make your financial dreams a reality!

When a student applies for their first job or for their next academic degree, they don’t have much experience to showcase their skills and personal qualities. Hiring managers and admissions officers, therefore, often look at recommendation letters as a way to go beyond the student’s GPA and learn more about the student’s skills and personal qualities.&nbsp;

How to Write a Recommendation Letter for a Student

Help your students reach their academic and career goals with a tailored letter of recommendation. Showcase their skills, qualities, and achievements to give them the best chance of success. Guide them on how to structure the letter and what to include to make it stand out.

Anyone who has worked in a supervisor role knows how challenging yet rewarding it is. But chances are if you're trying to become a supervisor, you'll be forced to answer:

How To Answer “Why Do You Want to Be a Supervisor” in an Interview

Become a supervisor and discover rewarding challenges. Show the interviewer you possess the skills, experience and qualities to be an effective leader. Differentiate yourself by highlighting your management strategies and philosophies.

Is your organization prepared for “career cushioning”?&nbsp;

What is Career Cushioning?

Employees are creating backup plans for their careers in case their current job doesn't work out. They are looking for new opportunities, learning new skills, and evaluating job prospects. Employers must take control by providing opportunities and building trust to retain employees and prevent "quiet quitting".

You’ve just started learning the ropes at your new job, and you've gotten to know your colleagues. But you’re already thinking about quitting. Maybe you were deciding between to job offers and realized that you’ve made the wrong choice. Or, a change in your personal circumstances means that you have to quit.

How to Gracefully Quit a Job You Just Started

Quitting a new job can be stressful, but with the right preparation it can be done professionally and with respect. Learn how to prepare yourself, give your notice and leave on good terms with your workplace. Be sure to take the time to consider all options before resigning, as you don't want to burn any bridges.

It can be stressful to interview candidates to fill an open role at your company. Maybe your boss is on you to hire someone who’s absolutely perfect as soon as possible. Maybe you don’t have a ton of experience yet in conducting interviews. Whatever the case, there’s a lot to take under consideration when you’re the one in charge of interviewing. For instance, “What questions can you not ask in an interview?” may very well be running through your mind given its legal ramifications. Knowing exactly which interview questions are off-limits (and which are fine to ask) will boost your confidence as you continue to search for the ideal new hire. 

What Questions Can You Not Ask in an Interview?

Know which topics to avoid in an interview to stay compliant with the law. Build rapport with candidates while gathering the information you need to make an informed hiring decision. Stay fair and respectful to avoid legal action and build relationships with candidates.

If you’re reading this, let me be the first to tell you how sorry I am. Getting fired feels crappy, disheartening, hurtful, and all the other bad, sad words. But here’s what I want you to do. First, let yourself fumble for a minute. Then, pick your head up — sometimes getting fired is a blessing in disguise. If you think termination is around the corner, we’ll teach you how to prepare to be fired and what to do next so you land somewhere even better. 

How to Prepare to Be Fired - What You Need to Do

Being fired can be a blessing in disguise. Look out for signs like unrealistic goals and micromanagement, and if it's coming, prepare for it by gathering info, updating your resume and keeping a cool head. Don't burn bridges - even if you disagree, exit gracefully with professionalism.

Do you ever feel like your life is like one of those rom-com movie scene openers? You know, the ones where the main character rolls out of bed, awakened by a casually upbeat theme song, sulks their way to the coffee pot, and then trudges toward their computer to begin yet another boring day at work?

How to Find a Job That Makes You Happy - 11 Concerning Facts

Unhappiness at work is a common problem, but finding a job that makes you happy doesn't have to be impossible. To discover true work-related happiness, focus on your values and cultures, ask specific questions in the interview, define your non-negotiables, prioritize your income, and look for a supportive manager. With these tips, you'll be well on your way to finding a job you love.

When you think about it, turning down a job offer is not the worst position you could be in. If you’ve been lucky enough to consider multiple job offers, well, then you’re lucky enough.&nbsp;

How to Decline a Job Offer You Already Accepted

Declining a job offer is more common than you think. Learn how to do it professionally and respectfully, to keep your network doors open and your reputation intact. Consider all the pros and cons before deciding and be honest about your reasons for declining. Timeliness and tact are key.

This position is open to full-time, part-time and fee-for-service candidates and will float between our Salem and Gloucester locations.. NSCH collaborates with Bentley Academy, Collins Middle School, Horace Mann School, Bates Elementary School, and the Peabody Learning Academy for behavioral health services.. Enjoys and works effectively in a culture of collaboration, ongoing change, and commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.. LICSW or PsyD required. The North Shore is connected to the city via the Rockport Commuter Rail line, which makes stops in Salem and Gloucester.

behavioral health clinician

Job Description Description: $5000 New Hire Sign-on Bonus! Full-Time, Part-Time, or Fee-for-Service Opportunities! Opportunity Overview North Shore Community Health (NSCH) is an industry leader in exceptional community healthcare delivery. Under the general direction of the Director of Behavioral Health, the Behavioral Health Provider will provide behavioral health services at North Shore Community Health. As a team member at our health center, you will work with staff who are racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse, so being culturally competent is required. This position is open to full-time, part-time and fee-for-service candidates and will float between our Salem and Gloucester locations. The Organization North Shore Community Health (NSCH) is a highly accomplished community health organization that prides itself on its compassionate approach to serving the surrounding communities with comprehensive and culturally sensitive care. With a strong commitment to excellence, NSCH provides: <ul><li>Comprehensive primary care. </li><li>Dental services. </li><li>Behavioral health care. </li><li>Care management. </li><li>Pharmacy services. </li><li>Substance abuse disorder treatment. </li><li>Nurse care management. </li><li>Insurance enrollment assistance. </li></ul>NSCH operates service sites at Gloucester, Peabody, and Salem Family Health Centers, ensuring convenient access to care. Additionally, NSCH extends its reach through school-based health centers within the Salem and Peabody School Districts. NSCH collaborates with Bentley Academy, Collins Middle School, Horace Mann School, Bates Elementary School, and the Peabody Learning Academy for behavioral health services. As a community-based safety net healthcare provider, NSCH actively encourages diversity and welcomes staff members who reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We highly value the contributions of our team members and offer a wide range of perks and comprehensive benefits. These include health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness opportunities, and other appealing benefits. We believe in supporting our employees from day one, and all eligible staff members can take advantage of these benefits right from the start of their employment at NSCH. We aim to foster a supportive and rewarding environment that empowers our team members to provide exceptional care to our communities. Mission North Shore Community Health’s mission is to build healthy communities by providing exceptional care to all. Vision Healthy People | Vibrant Communities Values Accountability We take our responsibility to ourselves, each other, and the NSCH Community very seriously. We understand our individual roles, and positions of power with respect to how others perceive our roles and actions. We hold ourselves accountable when we make mistakes–acknowledging the error, owning it, taking corrective actions, and moving forward. We follow through on what we commit or resolve to do. Integrity Integrity is the foundation of healthy relationships. We are committed to the highest ethical standards: honesty, fairness, respectfulness, and trustworthiness. We are honorable and respectful in dealings with others, and we strive to deal honestly, fairly, and in a respectful, ethical, and trustworthy manner when in agreement or disagreement. Empathy Empathy is a deep appreciation for another’s situation and point of view, which is the basis for the golden rule and our intrinsic sense of justice. We strive to bring empathy into our interactions with each other and with our patients. Courage We see courage as the strength of character to stand up for our convictions and belief system. To have courage is to have the fortitude to take risks and to extend one’s behaviors, actions, and thoughts beyond one’s comfort zone. We appreciate that courage is often required to compromise. Courage is a state of mind to face adverse, difficult, and challenging situations with confidence and positive energy. Respect NSCH holds its patients in the highest regard. We provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient needs and values. We take the time to listen to concerns, understand what is important, and provide appropriate solutions and care. We do this through coordination and integration of care, collaboration, and teamwork. Commitment NSCH is committed to the health and well-being of its community, patients, and staff. We demonstrate this commitment by constantly striving to align our actions with our mission, vision, and values. EEO Statement: We, North Shore Community Health (NSCH), are an equal employment opportunity employer. Our goal is to have a diverse workforce representative of all people, at all job levels, in the organization. We do not and will not make any personnel decisions (like recruiting, hiring, job assignments, and promotions) based on age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. https://www.nschi.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/nsch_eeo-policy-statement-dec-2021.pdf Duties/Responsibilities: <ul><li>Provides intake, diagnostic assessment, and treatment planning to primary care North Shore Community Health patients with chronic medical, behavioral health, and/or substance use issues </li><li>Provides outpatient psychotherapy services (individual, family, group). </li><li>Provide crisis intervention </li><li>Provide consultation to primary care and dental staff pertaining to the behavioral health needs of their patients. </li><li>Shares best practices and expertise with NSCH staff </li><li>Meet documentation standards in a timely fashion using the electronic health record for each patient contact.? </li><li>Attends in-service training for ongoing licensure requirement </li><li>Complies with all policies for compliance and documentation.? </li><li>Participate in supervision and team and staff meetings, as appropriate. </li><li>Participates on committees and task forces as appropriate. </li><li>Enjoys and works effectively in a culture of collaboration, ongoing change, and commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. </li></ul>Requirements: <ul><li> LICSW or PsyD required </li><li>Demonstrated strong communication skills with individuals and/or groups </li><li>Experience preferred in Electronic Health Records and in Microsoft Office? </li><li>Maintains strict adherence to the NSCH Confidentiality policy </li><li>Incorporates NSCH values, principles, and mission statement into daily activities </li><li>Complies with all NSCH personnel policies and procedures </li><li>Self-motivated and self-directed to work within a team and work independently </li><li>Maintain CEUs as required by the state </li><li>Bilingual Spanish/Portuguese preferred. </li><li>Completion of NSCH required Compliance Training before the deadline. </li></ul>As a health center, NSCH ensures that all employees comply with the annual requirements for vaccinations and health screenings. All employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of their employment unless they have been granted a religious or medical exception. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination must be provided, and prospective employees must be vaccinated before their first day of employment, submitting their vaccination record and prehire paperwork. If you need to request an exemption from the vaccine requirement or have any inquiries regarding this policy, please get in touch with the Human Resources Department at hr@nschi.org. At North Shore Community Health, our commitment lies in fostering a diverse workforce. If you're enthusiastic about this position but feel that your previous experience aligns differently with every requirement in the job description, we still encourage you to apply! Your skills could be a great fit for this role or other opportunities within North Shore Community Health. Living on the North Shore With facilities in Salem, Peabody, and Gloucester, NSCH offers access to New England’s Coastal charm just thirty minutes outside Boston. The North Shore is connected to the city via the Rockport Commuter Rail line, which makes stops in Salem and Gloucester. The North Shore has plenty to offer, with a rich history and thriving cultural scene. For Information Please Contact: Talent Acquisition Department North Shore Community Health TalentAcquisition@nschi.org

Behavioral Health Clinician