Onboarding Specialist

Description

Title: Onboarding Specialist

Location: River House - 211 SE Caruthers St. Portland, OR 97202

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Wage Range: $20.00 – $25.00, Non-Exempt, Hourly

If you are a motivated and dedicated Onboarding Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At Nara Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

This role involves coordinating orientation activities, providing necessary training, and supporting new hires through their initial period of employment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for enhancing the employee experience.

What you will do:

• Conduct and manage new hire background checks, reference checks, and drug tests.

• Conduct engaging and informative orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with company policies and procedures.

• Ensure all necessary onboarding paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner.

• Act as a point of contact for new hires during their initial period, offering support and guidance.

• Manage and maintain DMV and Background compliance for NARA NW.

• Point of contact for credentialing team.

• Offer assistance and support to the recruiting team.

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field (Preferred).
• Minimum of either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required. 
• Proven experience as an Onboarding Specialist, HR Coordinator, or similar role (Preferred).
• Understanding of onboarding best practices and employment laws.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25^th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

Salary : $20 - $25